Photographer/Videographer - KIRO TV Job at Seattle TV-KIRO, Seattle, WA

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  • Seattle TV-KIRO
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

Job Title: Photographer/Videographer - KIRO TV

Position Overview

KIRO TV is looking for a visual storyteller who has a passion for news and someone who wants to make an impact in their community. Photographers work with reporters daily in the field to turn visually creative and compelling stories. We are looking for someone who takes ownership in all aspects of their work, loves breaking news and understands the importance of local news. If you love to be first to the scene, to showcase great content, and tell stories that make a difference, we want you to join our team!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities


  • Shoot and edit compelling local news stories that are clear and easy to understand
  • Able to work under pressure and make quick decisions in the field
  • Operate and maintain a professional video camera and related news gathering equipment. This includes laptop, iPhone, LiveU and drones
  • Be familiar with and understand non-linear editing techniques to meet deadlines and create high impact stories
  • Understanding of how to operate and maintain live equipment including microwave, satellite and LiveU backpacks. As well as being able to troubleshoot ENG/SNG trucks
  • Understanding the best way to troubleshoot equipment issues (camera, laptop or ENG/SNG trucks) as well as ownership of all technical aspects of the job
  • Collaborate with reporters to turn creative and visual stories, active live shot / teases and making sure daily deadlines are met in high pressure situations
  • A self-starter, with the ability to gather VO, VO-SOT and NAT sound packages by yourself
  • Can work in all weather conditions and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
  • Maintain news vehicles for safe operation, keeping up with scheduled maintenance and having a valid driver's license
  • Obtain training to be a drone operator, including taking the FAA drone pilot license exam
  • Ability to work all shifts scheduled, including mornings, nights, weekends and holidays
  • Other duties may be assigned as needed
  • Must adhere to all station policies
  • Bring story ideas and a creative energy to the job every day


Minimum Qualifications
  • 3-5 years of professional experience working as a TV news photographer required
  • 3-5 years of non-linear editing experience, preferably Avid editing software
  • Working knowledge of ENG trucks, as well as LiveU and/or licensed drone pilot
  • Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record


Preferred Qualifications
  • A college degree in Journalism or TV Broadcasting is preferred


The wage scale for this position is $28.00 per hour to $37.00 per hour.

Benefits forFull-Timerolesinclude:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available to the employee and employees family (i.e.child, spouse, domestic partner).

Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Accounts

Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance (supplemental and accidental, death, and dismemberment)

Participation in CMGs 401(k) plan with generous company match and both pre?tax and Roth options

Full?time hourly employees are eligible to earn up to 176 hours of PTO inclusive of paid sick and safe time under applicable law.

Part?time employees will receive one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.

Up to eight (8) paid holidays & two (2) floating holidays throughout calendar year 2025

Up to two (2) weeks of paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

All other benefits required by applicable law

About Cox Media Group
CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry?leading media company with unparalleled brands, award?winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The companys businesses encompass 14 high?quality, market?leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top?performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMGs TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit

CMG is a special place. Here, we rely on our winning mindset and deep expertise to find creative solutions, think differently, and work together to positively impact the people and communities we serve. Its where we connect and inspire diverse audiences every day and everywhere with our unmatched content, products, services and people.

At CMG, we take pride in our collaborative and open environment, where everyone feels valued, seen and heard. Our shared commitment to living our companys core Values Teamwork, Diversity, Integrity, Quality and Fiscal Responsibility - propels us every day, in everything we do. We encourage you to explore #LifeAtCMG, where you can bring your best, authentic self to work, think boldly and make a difference.

If you are currently a CMG employee, please log into THRIVE to access our internal career center.

CMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Local area, All shifts, Flexible hours, Night shift, Day shift,

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