Status: Full-time position
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Deadline Date:
Date Available: Immediately
Job Summary: KOAA and KOAA.com, the Cordillera owned #1 NBC affiliate in Colorado Springs-Pueblo, Colorado is seeking a Photojournalist.
Qualifications: Experience with ENG Live Trust is a must and Satellite Truck knowledge is a plus. Candidate must be willing to work various shifts including mornings, nights and/or weekends. Candidate must have a valid driver's license and good driving record to be considered. Must have the ability to carry heavy equipment in excess of 50 pounds and ability to stand for extended periods of time. In addition, technical savvy and problem solving skills are critical as this can be a high pressure job because of constant deadlines.
Duties: Candidate will gather facts, interviews and b-roll for stories as needed, both alone and with a reporter. Post news and breaking news from the field to our social media platforms. There is a heavy emphasis on story-telling and use of natural sound in pieces. This position will also create NAT sound packages for broadcast as opportunities arise. We are looking for someone who can shoot with NPPA style but is not afraid to go off the sticks and get edgy during live shots and breaking news. Our photojounalists are an important part of news meeting and are constantly pitching story ideas.
To Apply:
Send resumes and link of yoiur work to www.aknapik@koaa.com to be considered. No phone calls, please.