WTSP-TV, the TEGNA station in Tampa/St.Petersburg is looking for a highly skilled artistic Photojournalistwho can create shareable and exciting content for television, social media and mobile. We want a photojournalist who can tell great stories on their own or with a team. Our ideal candidates are familiar with the latest photography, editing tools, and techniques. They create unique and exciting content on all platforms. They are proficient with live news-gathering tools and are able to participate in live performance on-air and on live streaming when necessary. 

Responsibilities: 

• Operate an ENG truck or IP video-based live unit (TVU) when assigned.
• Be assigned to either work in a team or solo for daily news assignments.
• Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideas.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Gather news content for general assignment or breaking news or sports stories, using a broadcast field camera as well as other cameras and devices
• Operate non-linear edit systems, experience with Edius and Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere & After Effects) is a plus.
• Produce original content on-air and on all digital platforms that evoke emotion and tell compelling stories.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories

Requirements: 

• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field preferred or equivalent years of experience
• 2-5 years of experience preferred in a newsroom environment.
• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems
• Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable 
• Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots
• If you do not already have one, you will be required to pass the FAA Part 107 drone exam to become a TEGNA Pilot in Command to be part of our industry- leading drone program
• Member and active participant in NPPA a plus
• Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.
• Understanding of the tenants of professional journalism
• Knowledge of EDIUS, or any Non-Linear base editing system preferred.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs. and occasionally up to 80 lbs. with or without an accommodation
• Current driver’s license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations
• Passion for capturing video & audio elements that produce compelling and engaging news, sports, features and documentary-style stories in a daily deadline environment