Victorville, CA, USA Req #40277
Friday, December 15, 2023
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Visual Journalist, Center for Community Journalism
We're on a mission to save local journalism. You interested?
This position, located in Victorville, CA, is part of Gannett's Center for Community Journalism -a nationwide leadership, editing and planning structure supporting small and mid-sized newsrooms coast-to-coast. Its mission is to provide unique, high-impact coverage as a public service in local communities.
We are building a sustainable model that will support local journalism far into the future. The CCJ is not interested in merely surviving. We aim to thrive. We are looking for frontline journalists eager to join our quest to transform community journalism for the long haul.
Our Victorville visual journalist will be responsible for creating compelling multimedia journalism, including photographs for online and print, photo galleries/slideshows and videos. Must be a self-starter with a passion for identifying and pursuing compelling visual stories.
The successful candidate, in conjunction with reporters, will capture outstanding images and video to document community events, local government meetings, humanistic profiles, breaking news, portraits, investigations and high school sports.
Responsibilities: Creates visual storytelling that accurately informs, entertains and engages specific audiences and platforms, determined through the use of digital metrics. Connects with the community through visual storytelling and outreach, in person and online. Collaborates with reporters to provide the best possible visual elements for key stories. Coaches and mentors non-visual reporters in photography and multimedia skills. Works with local editor and audience analyst to evaluate what's working and what's not to develop ongoing plans to better satisfy audience needs. Requirements: Bachelor's or master's degree in journalism or any other subject or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with professional photography on multiple platforms. Experience building a personal brand on key social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X). This role requires a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the minimum liability insurance required by state law. Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer, pre-employment background check, drug screen and motor vehicle record check. Application Instructions:
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
Your resume - one to two pages. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
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The hourly rate for this role will range between $21.64 and $24.04. Variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and union representation, if applicable.
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