Description

Temporary News Photographer / Video Editor (maternity leave coverage)

We are seeking a temporary News Photographer / Video Editor at KIAH-CW39 in Houston to support our newsroom during a maternity leave. This role plays a key part in gathering visuals, editing video, and supporting live and digital coverage across platforms.

The ideal candidate understands the importance of strong breaking-news visuals, can edit compelling video under deadline, and communicates clearly in fast-paced newsroom and field environments.

This is a temporary, full-time position.

• Responsibilities
• Shoot video for news reports in the field and newsroom environments
• Edit new video and feed video for television and digital platforms
• Collaborate with reporters, producers, and executive produccer to plan coverage and meet editorial needs
• Communicate clearly and consistently with reporters, producers, and newsroom managers regarding assignments, logistics, timing, and story development, especially during breaking news
• Set up, compose, and execute compelling live reports
• Operate TVU or similar live transmission equipment for field coverage, as assigned
• Requirements and skills
• High school diploma required; college coursework or degree preferred
• Fluency in English
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly under deadline and in high-pressure situations
• Ability to communicate effectively with newsroom teams in person, by phone, and digitally
• At least two years of experience operating professional video recording equipment preferred
• Experience editing video for broadcast or digital news
• Proficiency with newsroom technology, computers, and standard office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays
• Work environment and physical requirements
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven newsroom environment
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift, carry, and operate equipment such as cameras, tripods, and lighting gear weighing up to 25 pounds
• Search video feeds and sources to support daily newscasts and digital content
• Support digital and streaming coverage when in the field
• Maintain and care for video and photography equipment
• Assist with basic writing or content gathering as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned