Full-Time News Photographer (Job# B482)

Job Description

WFMZ-TV 69News is looking for a talented, creative, and motivated News Photographer to join our award-winning Allentown newsroom.

WFMZ-TV is committed to delivering accurate, compelling, and impactful local news coverage to the communities we serve throughout the Lehigh Valley and Berks County.  We are looking for a photographer who understands the power of visual storytelling and can capture the moments, sounds, and images that bring important stories to life.

The ideal candidate is a visual storyteller with strong news judgment, a sense of urgency, and a passion for journalism. We value photographers who take pride in their craft, work well with reporters and producers, and consistently look for creative ways to make our coverage stand out.

Responsibilities

• Shoot, edit, and deliver high-quality video for daily news coverage, breaking news, and special projects.
• Work collaboratively with reporters, producers, and assignment editors to develop compelling stories.
• Capture strong visuals, natural sound, and sequences that enhance storytelling and engage viewers.
• Respond quickly and safely to breaking news and developing stories.
• Demonstrate creativity and initiative in the field, finding distinctive ways to tell stories through video.
• Edit news packages, interviews, live reports, and other content for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Contribute to investigative reporting, enterprise stories, and long-form projects.
• Maintain professional equipment and ensure all gear is ready for daily assignments.
• Follow newsroom policies, journalistic standards, and established safety procedures.
• Adapt to changing assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a news photographer or in a related video production role is preferred.
• Strong shooting, editing, and visual storytelling skills.
• Knowledge of video cameras, field audio equipment, lighting, and nonlinear editing systems.
• A strong understanding of news judgment, composition, sequencing, and natural sound.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative newsroom environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines and remain composed under pressure.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• A valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, weekends, holidays, and breaking-news assignments as needed.

What We're Looking For

We want someone who is passionate about journalism and committed to producing exceptional work every day.

The strongest candidates are proactive, dependable, creative, and competitive in the best sense of the word. They understand that great photography goes beyond recording events. It means anticipating moments, building sequences, capturing emotion, and finding the images and sounds that help tell a meaningful story.

We value photographers who take ownership of their assignments, collaborate with the newsroom, embrace new technology, and continually look for ways to improve their craft.

Join the 69News Team

WFMZ-TV 69News is proud to serve the Lehigh Valley, Berks County, and surrounding communities with trusted local journalism. If you are passionate about visual storytelling and want to be part of a team that makes a difference in the communities it serves, we want to hear from you.

Position: Full-Time News Photographer
Location: WFMZ-TV, based in Allentown, serving the Lehigh Valley and Berks County, Pennsylvania

To apply: Submit your resume, a link to your video reel or portfolio, and relevant work experience at photogjob@wfmz.com.  Please reference Job # B482 in all correspondence.

WFMZ-TV is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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