Photographer/Videographer I
Req #25313
Our current portfolio of media assets includes USA TODAY, local media organizations in 46 states in the U.S., and Newsquest, a wholly owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom with more than 120 local news media brands. Gannett also owns the digital marketing services companies ReachLocal, Inc., UpCurve, Inc., and WordStream, Inc., which are marketed under the LOCALiQ brand, and runs the largest media-owned events business in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.
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The Naples Daily News and Fort Myers News-Press, award-winning news organizations in Southwest Florida and part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, are seeking a full-time photojournalist who is skilled in photo and video to join our digital-first news team. We have a veteran staff of visual storytellers and we have an opening. We are looking for a photographer/videographer who can share stories across multiple platforms. The successful candidate will be committed to high-quality journalism and multimedia storytelling, someone who can capture moments of all kinds, from high school sports to redevelopment projects to telling the story of the impact of Hurricane Ian. This job requires flexibility and interest in local news. Journalism communicates vital information. It helps readers develop connections to each other and their communities, and it challenges readers and powers-that-be to seek change. If you can do this with a camera, we should talk.
Requirements
- Understands journalism ethics, sourcing and the digital-first mission.
- Core photojournalism skills (reporting, photography, and videography, editing software).
- Bachelor's degree in journalism is preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum experience of at least two years, which could include freelancing, internships, and college publication work
- Knowledge of AP style, command of English grammar and spelling and a commitment to accuracy.
- Comfortable in fluid, fast-breaking, stressful situations.
- Knows how to use social media such as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram to enhance reporting and promote stories.
- Collaborates well and can work with a team on the biggest stories.
- Contributes to written – in addition to visual – news reporting as needed. •
- A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law.
- Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer pre-employment background check and a motor vehicle record check and drug screen.
- Must have the ability to work out of town when needed
- FAA Part 107 Drone certification a plus
- Podcast experience a plus
- Live stream experience a plus
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done.
- Please submit your resume – one to two pages, a cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job and links to online samples of your work.
- Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.
In addition to uploading, please send directly to Breaking News and Visuals Editor Stacey Henson at shenson@gannett.com.
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Other details
- Job Family Photography & Video
- Job Function Consumer
- Pay Type Hourly