Job Description

Photographer/Videographer - Lincoln Journal Star
The Lincoln Journal Star is seeking an experienced photojournalist with strong video and photo skills and a passion to tell stories through visual journalism.
The ideal candidate will have daily photojournalism experience producing still photographs and video for a news organization. They will be creative, accurate and reliable. The ability to multitask, work under deadlines and effectively communicate are musts. Knowledge of social media tools and digital news content is required.
Our photographers cover a range of assignments - breaking news, long-term projects and features, as well as high school and collegiate sports.
We are looking for these attributes:
• Exceptional core photojournalism skills (photography and videography, reporting, caption writing and journalistic ethics).
• The ability to manage complex breaking news situations under intense deadline and logistical pressure.
• An understanding of social media and how to respond and engage on digital platforms.
• Professional knowledge of Photoshop, Photo Mechanic, Premiere and other photo and video editing software.
• Willingness to travel and the flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
• A valid driver's license and proof of insurance.
• An FAA Part 107 drone certification and/or the ability to produce podcasts and do studio work is a plus.
A full set of Canon equipment will be provided, along with access to pool lenses and a laptop with software including PhotoMechanic and Adobe Creative Suite.
Lincoln is Nebraska's capital city as well as home to the University of Nebraska's flagship campus, where Husker sports are a major source of pride and community identity. The city boasts a low cost of living and draws world-class entertainment, and the Journal Star's new offices feature a state-of-art production studio. The community is diverse with one of the state's best interconnected bike trails and walking trails.
We have a strong culture of teamwork in our newsroom and a long tradition of award-winning photojournalism and storytelling. We welcome and encourage our staff to pursue what they find interesting. If you are looking to join an amazing and talented news team, apply at lee.net/careers/ Please include a resume, cover letter addressed to Photo/Video Editor Kenneth Ferriera, list of references and a link to your website containing your portfolio.
Why Join Us?
Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages in a dynamic, interesting work environment with career growth opportunities. We offer an extensive benefit program that can be personalized to your needs. Our benefit program includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance. In addition, we offer a 401K retirement plan with company match. We also offer generous paid time off to allow flexibility to balance personal life and work. This includes paid parental leave for new parents.
Lee Enterprises is a major subscription and advertising platform and a leading provider of local news and information, with daily newspapers, rapidly growing digital products and nearly 350 weekly and specialty publications serving over 70 markets in 25 states. Year to date, Lee's newspapers have an average daily circulation of 1.0 million, and our legacy websites, including acquisitions, reach more than 34 million digital unique visitors.
Lee Enterprises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we participate in Everfy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce whose diversity reflects the communities we serve. Lee embraces change, and we recognize that we must create and maintain a culture of fervent inclusion. For more information about Lee, check us out at .
We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply.
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Temporary work, Local area, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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