WLKY - Video Journalist

WLKY, the CBS affiliate in Louisville, Kentucky, has an opening for a Video Journalist/Photographer who understands the pressures and purpose of local television news. We are seeking an experienced video journalist who can collaborate and lead when collecting and editing visual elements for compelling storytelling on all WLKY platforms. You will be responsible for gathering visual content, working either individually to edit, or as a team to collaborate and edit newscast and online content. We are looking for a news photographer who understands the urgency of breaking news, the importance of deadlines, and the critical elements of collaboration and communication when working with reporters. Excellent editing skills, exceptional time-management abilities, effective communication style, organization, and attention to gear/equipment maintenance are critical. An excellent eye for video and the highest journalistic standards are a must. You will edit video for all platforms in multiple formats. This position reports to the News Director. Responsibilities

Shoot and edit VOs, VO-SOTs, packages and vertical videos for broadcast, social and digital platforms

Work with the Assignment Desk and Reporters to cover daily stories

Shoot on a full-size Sony ENG camera

Preferred drone certification, willing to become certified in drone operation

Edit in Adobe Premiere and use ENG, SNG, and wireless data to feed live shots and video to station

Work with reporters and desk to ensure the best content and facts are gathered

Work with the digital team to make sure information, images, and video from the fields are transferred quickly

Work with catalog systems to record and locate necessary video

Attention to detail regarding file management and technical workflow

Must be flexible with schedule, being on-call and respond quickly to breaking news

Ability to work under pressure, making quick decisions

Responsible for organization and care of gear/equipment and station vehicles

Requirements

Professional news video photographer experience preferred

Carry up to 50 pounds of equipment

Experience with ENG trucks and live transmission gear

Can work in all weather conditions

Have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Ability to operate digital editing tools

Must have computer and software experience

Knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Precis, and CNN platforms preferred

Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards

Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive content production

Related military experience will be considered

In-person attendance is required

Values in Action

At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Benefits

Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits.

Medical | Dental | Vision

401(k) matching

Emotional Wellness Support

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

LGBTQ+ Health Services

Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs