Photographer II at The E.W. Scripps Company in Southfield, Michigan

Job Description:

WXYZ, The E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Southfield, MI, is seeking an experienced Photographer to join its team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Capture and edit visual content for multiple platforms




• Operate and maintain live equipment including microwave, satellite and related news gathering equipment




• Work in tandem with newsroom personnel to create and develop news stories




• Perform other duties as assigned

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• 2+ years experience as a photographer preferred

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Proficiency with lighting and computer based editing.




• Proficiency with live microwave truck operation.




• Knowledge and demonstration of creativity, editorial judgment, journalistic ethics and libel laws.




• Knowledge of and proficiency in posting content to station's web sites




• Able to work efficiently under multiple deadlines on a daily basis




• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.




• Valid driver's license and good driving record required. In addition, proof of insurance and liability coverage may be required.

ABOUT SCRIPPS:

The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As the nation’s fourth-largest local TV broadcaster, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. Scripps’ national networks reach nearly every American through the news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff and Court TV Mystery. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, “Give light and the people will find their own way.”

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.