Photojournalist/ Editor
Job description
About the role
This role produces emotionally compelling visual stories for broadcast and digital platforms. The position bridges live news gathering and multiplatform storytelling for KARE
11. Success in this role depends on adapting to fast breaking news cycles.
Content writers produce the words that explain products and ideas. They write articles, landing pages, emails, and social posts. The work combines research, editing, and search awareness. Good writers adapt their voice to the audience and the channel. Content teams plan around editorial calendars and measure performance with traffic and engagement. Most writers revise their own work several times before publishing.
Key facts
What you'll do
Editors and photographers shape powerful visual narratives using the latest tools.
Content evokes emotion and drives engagement across television, social media, and mobile platforms.
Writers craft and publish daily stories, attaching images and streaming video with social media integration.
Creators use graphics, viewer contributions, and webcam interviews to enhance on air storytelling.
Teams attend editorial meetings, contribute ideas, and refine story concepts collaboratively.
Editors refine video and text stories for website delivery under strict deadlines.
Staff handle additional assignments as directed by supervisor or executive producer.
Requirements
Holders maintain a current driver's license and operate news gathering vehicles safely to various locations.
Candidates possess a BA/BS in journalism, communications, or a related field.
Professionals demonstrate experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems.
Staff generate creative, engaging, content driven live shots consistently.
Writers show strong social media proficiency, especially Twitter and Facebook in the field.
Participants actively contribute to NPPA communities when possible.
Editors manage SNG workflows and integrate axis graphics with Adobe products.
Writers exercise strong news judgment, photography experience, and non linear editing skills.
Staff remain flexible with schedules, stay reliable and dependable under pressure.
Professionals understand core tenants of ethical journalism.
Teams master Enps, Edius, axis graphics, and Adobe product suites.
Organized individuals thrive while handling multiple deadlines and constant time pressure.
Calm professionals handle live breaking news and evolving events effectively.
Staff meet the physical demands inherent to photojournalism.
Practical notes
Some roles may be covered by collective bargaining agreements affecting benefits.
Typical interview steps
Content hiring usually starts with a writing test or portfolio review. Candidates may be asked to rewrite a passage, outline an article, or draft a landing page. Editing skill is tested as often as original writing. Clear structure and attention to detail matter. Interviewers often assign a timed writing test. Following the brief exactly and editing ruthlessly are the two habits that score highest.
Good to know
Photojournalism relies on visual storytelling to communicate news and emotion.
Editors balance technical precision with narrative impact under tight deadlines.
Modern newsrooms integrate live reporting, social media, and mobile content creation.
Proficiency with industry standard tools like editing software and graphics systems is essential.
Flexibility, reliability, and physical resilience support success in fast paced environments.
Questions to ask
Good questions to ask the employer in the interview: what does success look like in the first six months, how is the team structured, what is the current biggest challenge, and how are decisions made. Asking about growth paths and the review process is also well received. Employers expect questions, and good ones show preparation.
Career growth
Content careers grow from writer to senior writer, editor, and content lead roles. Some people specialize in search, technical writing, or brand voice. Proving measurable impact, such as traffic or conversion lift, drives progression. Content careers reward a visible portfolio and proven business results. Writers who understand their company's product and audience grow fastest.