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Graphic Arts Photographer
Affilliation: PNG
Department: News
Date Updated: 04/30/2007
Updated By: Crider/Fitzgerald
Position Purpose/Objective: To provide coverage with visual elements often on a self-directed basis, in which the graphic arts photographer makes independent decisions on coverage; occasionally direct other staffers when the supervisor is out of the office.
All core duties are listed before supporting duties. The relative importance of duties relates to the anticipated impact of that duty to the business, department, customer, and/or product.
Position Duties:
Meets Expectations When:
Captures visual images, both assigned and self-generated. CORE
Visual images of high quality both in composition and in technical skill are produced, often of timely news events.
Works with editors and reporters and coordinates photo staff efforts to provide best possible photo coverage. CORE
Graphic arts photographer and reporters/editors/photo staff communicate regularly to produce images closely tied to text content.
Initiates ideas for visual projects, whether assigned or self-generated. CORE
Graphic arts photographer takes initiative to produce images based on coverage needs.
Processes images using available technology, including archiving of images. CORE
Images are processed quickly and without error; archives are kept current.
Obtains and writes complete and accurate caption information on photos. CORE
Captions are accurate and complete.
Manages time effectively. Completes assignments and turns in work to meet deadlines. SUPPORTING
Work is performed in a timely fashion, without delays or excessive downtime.
Maintains communication with the photo editor and other desks. SUPPORTING
Photo editor and other assigning editors are told of issues, developments and problems in a timely fashion.
Cares for photo equipment and keeps work area orderly. SUPPORTING
Equipment is well-maintained and ready for use at all times.
Uses available technology to support sales/production efforts as needed. SUPPORTING
Possesses adequate knowledge of all pertinent software/systems necessary to perform duties efficiently.
Other related duties as assigned. SUPPORTING
Additional duties are performed on time and in a satisfactory manner.
Required Education and/or Experience/Knowledge: A college degree or significant professional experience. Valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle and proof of insurance required.
Requires Skills: Thorough knowledge of the processes used in capturing visual images, good news judgment; the ability to direct oneself. An understanding of and appreciation for the demands of ethical decision-making.
This position reports to: AME/Photo
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