KFSN News Photographer at The Walt Disney Company

KFSN-TV/ABC30 Action News, the ABC Owned Television Station in Central California, is seeking an experienced News Photographer. This position is essential to gathering the high-quality content that feeds our top-rated newscasts. The role is critical to covering stories across our six-county viewing area in Central California. We are looking for a modern content creator who works productively as a team with a reporter or independently. We want someone to join our team who is inherently creative, embraces new technology and has a desire to expand their storytelling techniques on a daily basis. A successful candidate will be highly motivated with a proven track record in the fast-paced, high-pressure environment of daily local news gathering. The ideal candidate thrives under continuous deadlines, approaches challenges with a problemsolving mindset, and demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and a proven work ethic.

Responsibilities :

• Shoot & edit video for daily newscasts while meeting strict deadlines

• Set up, light, and transmit live shots

• Communicate with assignment desk & producers

• Assist with upkeep of equipment

• Create graphic elements for news stories

Minimum Qualifications :

• Experience shooting, editing, and producing high-quality video content in a fast-paced professional or college newsroom environment

• Proficiency in field cameras, lighting, and non-linear editing

• Ability to work as a self-starter, often alone, to find, shoot, and report stories with strong news judgment

• Proficiency in using non-linear editing software

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays, especially for breaking news

• Ability to carry, lift, and move up to 50+ pounds of equipment

• Valid license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Small to medium market experience as a News Photographer/Editor

• Knowledge of live technology, such as Dejero and LiveU

• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro

• Experience creating vertical videos

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education:

• Some college preferred

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between IBEW-45 and KFSN-TV. The pay rate for this role in Fresno, California is $21 to $30 per hour. The pay rate actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. The role also has potential for additional compensation for overtime and early morning/overnight shifts.

Job ID: 10152449

Location: Fresno,California

Job Posting Company: ABC Owned TV Stations

The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.