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Job Description:

News Videographer/Photojournalist | 4 News Now | Spokane, WA

About this opportunity: 

Being a news photojournalist means going places other people don’t get to go. This is an opportunity with a collaborative team in a fast-paced newsroom and to make a difference by informing the community in which you live. 4 News Now is looking for a photojournalist to add to our staff, continuing a proud legacy of storytelling. Every day is different. Every day, you’ll have the opportunity to learn something new and grow your skills.  

Why Work for 4 News Now? 

Because we care about you and your life outside of work just as much as we value the work you do in the newsroom and in the community each day. We’re here to help you grow in your career and will train you to tap into your creative side while also spotlighting the news in our community. We’re a family-owned company and a newsroom where the mantra “take care of the team” guides everything we do. You’ll work in a newsroom that truly believes in our role to serve the community and tell the stories that empower and inform our viewers. You'll also live in a city that's growing and changing, with virtually no traffic and plenty of access to the outdoors. 

What you’ll do: 

You’ll be a part of our experienced news team, working with photographers, anchors and multi-media journalists.  You’ll shoot video for daily news stories, breaking news, special reports and community events. We’ll teach you how to operate LiveU equipment and also how to turn an interview and some b-roll into compelling news content to air on TV and digital platforms. Your voice will matter in making daily decisions about news coverage and creative ways to tell stories.  

What you’ll bring: 

A 4-year degree and/or equivalent work experience is preferred, but we’re ready to train you if you’re eager and excited to do the job. It’s great if you have basic knowledge of broadcast quality camera equipment and some editing experience. You’ll need to be a dependable worker who is also self-motivated and able to work in a deadline-driven environment.  

Preferred Skills:

What you’ll get in return: 

You’ll get a supportive work environment with co-workers and managers who value your work, your time and your perspective. You’ll get the training and support you need to do your job well. You’ll get to work with journalists at all levels of their career who are passionate about what we do it. We offer medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and long-term disability insurance, EAP, flexible spending account, 401(k), paid time off including vacation, sick, personal days and holidays. 

Salary Range: $18-$20/hour

What’s next?  We want excited, passionate journalists with great ideas and the ability to work in a fast-paced newsroom with a great team.  For online application instructions go to: https://morganmurphymedia.com/current-openings/

KXLY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER