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Metro Market Media

<div>Visual Journalist
Metro Market Media - Northeast Georgia
Location: Gainesville, GA
Metro Market Media, a leader in local media and marketing solutions, is committed to helping our communities thrive. With a portfolio that includes The Times of Gainesville, Forsyth County News, Dawson County News, specialty publications, and the much-anticipated &ldquo;Best of&rdquo; awards and events, we also provide cutting-edge digital marketing services through Metro Market Media Agency.
The Visual Journalist is responsible for capturing, editing, and producing high-quality visual content for The Gainesville Times and other Metro Market Media (MMM) properties. This position plays a critical role in supporting the newsroom&rsquo;s digital and multimedia storytelling efforts by producing compelling visual content for breaking news, feature stories, community events, and special projects. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong technical skills, a keen editorial eye, and the flexibility to respond to news as it happens.
What You Will Do<ul><li>
Shoot professional-quality video and photos for news stories, feature segments, live events, and promotional content across digital and social media platforms</li><li>
Edit raw footage into polished, publish-ready video packages and retouch/enhance photographs for digital and print use, utilizing industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Photoshop, Lightroom).</li><li>
Respond promptly to breaking news assignments, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to ensure timely coverage</li><li>
Collaborate closely with reporters, editors, photographers, and the digital team to develop multimedia story packages</li><li>
Operate and maintain company-provided video equipment, if applicable, including cameras, audio recording devices, lighting kits, and tripods.</li><li>
Manage and organize digital media assets, including video and photo files, project archives, and libraries of raw footage and images.</li><li>
Produce content optimized for multiple platforms including web, social media, and broadcast where applicable; upload finalized assets to Anvil and post to company social media channels if applicable.</li><li>
Assist with live streaming of community events, press conferences, and breaking news situations, if applicable.</li><li>
Ensure all video and photo content meets Metro Market Media&rsquo;s editorial and quality standards</li><li>
Stay current with emerging photo editing and video production technologies, techniques, and industry trends</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned by the Managing Editor to meet the ongoing needs of the newsroom</li></ul>
What We Offer<ul><li>
Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more.</li><li>
Time Off: PTO package, including company-paid holidays.</li><li>
Culture of Success: Join an energized, passionate team with a flexible and fun workplace.</li></ul>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For<ul><li>
Associate&rsquo;s or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Film Production, Broadcast Journalism, Multimedia Communications, or a related field preferred</li><li>
Minimum of 1&ndash;2 years of experience in videography, video editing, or multimedia production; newsroom experience strongly preferred</li><li>
Proficiency in video and photo editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Photoshop, and Lightroom is required.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to shoot and edit under tight deadlines in a fast-paced news environment</li><li>
Strong understanding of photo and video composition, lighting, audio capture, and color correction</li><li>
Experience with motion graphics, animation, or graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe After Effects, Photoshop) is a plus</li><li>
Portfolio or demo reel showcasing previous work</li><li>
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing digital media assets</li><li>
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented newsroom environment</li></ul>
Work Environment &amp; Physical Demands<ul><li>
Work is performed in both office/studio and field environments; frequent travel to assignment locations throughout NE Georgia is required</li><li>
Exposure to varying weather conditions, crowds, and unpredictable environments while covering live events and breaking news</li><li>
Regularly required to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, and move quickly while carrying photo/video equipment</li><li>
Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds</li><li>
Extended periods of sitting may be required during editing sessions</li><li>
Must possess a valid driver&rsquo;s license and reliable transportation for field assignments</li></ul>
Additional Requirements<ul><li>
Must maintain flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays &mdash; breaking news does not follow a set schedule, and this position requires the willingness and ability to respond on short notice</li><li>
Travel to assignment locations and other Metro Market Media properties as needed; mileage reimbursement provided</li><li>
Must adhere to all Metro Market Media policies including the Business Conduct Policy, Confidential Information Policy, and Equipment Use Policy as outlined in the MMM Employee Handbook</li><li>
Employment is contingent upon successfully passing applicable background checks as required by MMM policy</li></ul></div>

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