Photojournalist

Job Description

KHOU-TV, the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate in Houston, TX, has an opening for a skilled and creative Special Projects Photojournalist. We are seeking an energetic and artistic professional who is passionate about the craft of visual storytelling. This role requires excellence across both broadcast and digital platforms, with a focus on special projects, investigative stories, and impactful journalism.

Responsibilities:
• Capture and edit video and audio elements to produce compelling, impactful stories using the latest editing and photography tools.
• Collaborate with reporters, producers, and other photojournalists to create high-quality news packages and specials.
• Edit for multiple platforms, including digital and social media, with a strong emphasis on creative and visually engaging content.
• Produce dynamic, content-driven live shots, often in fast-paced or breaking news environments.
• Operate and maintain news vehicles, bonded cellular transmission equipment, and photography equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Proven experience shooting and editing special projects, investigative reports, and news documentaries.
• A clear understanding of professional journalism principles, ethics, and newsroom workflows.
• Active membership in NPPA (National Press Photographers Association) is highly desirable.

Requirements:
• A college degree or equivalent experience, with at least three years as a TV photojournalist and news editor.
• Proficiency in Sony PXW-X400 cameras or similar systems and associated support equipment.
• Expertise in non-linear editing software (Adobe Premiere CC, After Effects, and Photoshop are a plus).
• Ability to lift and carry 40 lbs., and occasionally up to 80 lbs., of equipment.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to travel, including by commercial airlines, as assignments require.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Work Environment:
• Includes outdoor assignments and varied environmental conditions.
• Involves medium physical demands such as standing for prolonged periods, bending, and lifting.

Why KHOU?

At KHOU, you'll be part of a dynamic newsroom known for excellence in storytelling. We value creativity, innovation, and collaboration and are passionate about making a meaningful difference in our community.

Benefits:

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA's 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor's appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

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