WFTX-TV needs a full-time photojournalist

WFTX-TV is an aggressive Fox affiliate in a very competitive media market. Come enjoy the Florida lifestyle while also honing your skills and learning how to compete hard in television news and make a difference for viewers and the community. Operate electronic news gathering equipment including a live truck for the coverage of a wide variety of news stories for use in television newscasts; screen and log news video; must be able to work well with reporters and independently in the newsgathering process; must be capable of field producing recorded live and taped news events; editing experience preferred. While this is not a “one man band” position, we are interested in candidates who would like to develop their on-air potential, with the goal of becoming qualified to report on air.

Skills:

Ability to operate electronic news gathering equipment for the shooting and editing of television news video; ability to operate live microwave transmission equipment; must have strong journalistic judgment to support role as a photojournalist and field producer. Experience with Edius non-linear editing equipment a plus.

Experience:

1-2 years of photojournalist experience preferred. Entry level candidates will be considered with appropriate educational background.

Education:

College degree in related field preferred; journalism background preferred.

Send cover letter and resume to:

Curt Tremper
621 S.W. Pine Island Rd.
Cape Coral, FL 33991
ctremper@fox4now.com