Summary:
The Greeley (Colo.) Tribune is seeking an enthusiastic photojournalist to join its award-winning news team. The staff photographer will work with the news team to capture images for breaking, sports, feature and enterprise stories. The successful candidate will have a passion for visual storytelling and use photography to enhance the Tribune’s coverage of Greeley and Weld County communities.
What you will do:
Consistently produce high-quality visual journalism, mainly still photography, which has compelling content, accurately reflects the event or assignment and meets standards technically
Collect caption information at the time of the assignment.; write accurate and factual captions that explain the picture and offer insight into the subject
Work directly and collaboratively with editors and reporters on story ideas
File photos on deadline, and in the event of breaking news, with enough speed to ensure photos are relevant
Know and understand what the story is about; seek additional information if necessary
Use social media posting and sharing to promote the Greeley Tribune’s work
Stay abreast of the latest technology and techniques; understand the new equipment and how to use it
Use studio lighting equipment to produce outstanding results
Work with the public and colleagues in a professional manner
What you will bring:
Proven skill and ability to make quality photographs that hold up as standalone pieces of visual journalism or complement written stories and document assigned events in a skillful, creative and accurate manner
Experience in newspaper photography to include photographic lighting techniques (studio and location), caption writing, digital darkroom techniques and photojournalism ethics
Visually fluent and familiar with all aspects of digital imaging
Must be computer literate with Macintosh and PC systems and fluent with photo editing software, such as Adobe Photoshop and Photo Mechanic
Excellent communication and writing skills
College degree preferred or equivalent work experience
Experience as a professional photojournalist is preferred, but open to recent college graduates
Flexible to take assignments that are early in the day or late at night, as well as work the occasional weekend or holiday
Must live in the Greeley area or be willing to relocate (no relocation assistance offered)
Benefits and Compensation:
The hourly wage is $19.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mybensite.com/mng
Who we are:
The Greeley Tribune endeavors to enhance the lives of our readers and our community by helping them understand and approach the issues and stories that matter most to Greeley and the surrounding communities. In a rapidly changing media landscape, we maintain our legacy of trust and integrity by speaking with all voices in the room and providing accurate, objective journalism. We are committed to transparency, accountability and collaboration.
Founded in 1870, the Greeley Tribune is under the ownership of Prairie Mountain Media, a publishing company with a multimedia portfolio of print, niche and digital products. We house an extensive, integrated network of trusted local brands that deliver exclusive local news and attract local audiences throughout the state of Colorado, including the Akron, Boulder, Broomfield, Brush, Cañon City/Royal Gorge Region, Colorado Springs, Erie, Estes Park, Fort Morgan, Julesburg, Lafayette, Lamar, Longmont, Louisville, Loveland, Pueblo, Sterling and Superior markets. Our 15 newspaper brands have served their respective communities for more than 100 years. They deliver more than 1.26 million print and 12 million digital impressions every month.
In addition to sharing and coordinating coverage throughout the Prairie Mountain Media family, the Greeley Tribune shares coverage of statewide interest with The Denver Post, giving our staff the opportunity to have their work featured to a larger audience and gain recognition beyond our local community.
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EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
How To Apply:
Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here https://myworkdaycenter.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/MNG/job/Greeley-Colorado/Photographer_R2536.
Closing Date:
Continuous recruitment until the position is filled
Conditions of Employment:
A full pre-employment background check, and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation
Travel – This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, training sessions, and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed
Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours
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