Insurance Photographer Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Summary:

The Orange County Register is seeking an exceptional photographer to join our team. Orange County is a diverse, innovative community with 3.2 million residents, and we need a strong photojournalist to help tell the county's stories.

This key position is responsible for elevating the paper's coverage by delivering high-impact, storytelling visuals for all print and digital platforms. We are looking for a skilled photojournalist who can thrive under the demands of rapid spot news coverage while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. Employees in this role are represented by SCNG NewsGuild.

What you will do:

• Make storytelling photos for all sections of the newspaper and website, including news, features, and sports

• Cover spot news and be able to turn around photos quickly on deadline

• Gather accurate and complete information for AP-style photo captions and occasional stories

• Have an understanding of the assigned stories and be able to communicate that via photos with context and visual impact

• Communicate effectively with reporters and editors

• Adhere to photojournalistic standards and ethics

• Collaborate with other Register local journalists and Southern California News Group photojournalists in a positive culture of teamwork

What you will bring:

• Prior history as a staff photographer at a daily or weekly newspaper and as a photojournalist

• Experience with digital content and all social media platforms

• Highly goal-oriented with the vision to achieve set targets

• Skilled in Adobe Photoshop

• Ability to speak multiple languages is a plus

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required

• At least two years of professional journalism experience

Benefits and Compensation:

The hourly range is $24.04 - $26.44 + cell phone stipend. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to geographic location, education, work experience, time in role, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, the Company offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401k, as well as paid time off and select paid holidays (all benefits are based on eligibility). Please click the following link for more detailed information: www.mymedianewsgroup.com

Who we are:

In 2016, the Southern California News Group (SCNG) rapidly became a major U.S. news organization bringing together prominent publications like the Orange County Register and Riverside Press-Enterprise under the MediaNews Group umbrella. SCNG has become the largest news content provider in the five-county Los Angeles metropolitan area, boasting a leading circulation nationwide with 11 daily newspapers and over a dozen community weeklies. Our mission is to connect communities by providing readers with top-notch local news coverage and offering advertisers unparalleled access to a diverse and engaged audience. No matter the distribution vehicle - newspaper, magazine, mobile, online - SCNG's in-depth reporting on local news, politics, sports, and entertainment attracts a highly desirable audience of over 8.1 million adults weekly. This makes SCNG the leading local news provider and an indispensable marketing solution for Southern California advertisers.

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EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

How To Apply:

• Please submit an online application along with your resume for this position here

Closing Date:

• Continuous recruitment until the position is filled

Conditions of Employment:

• A full pre-employment background check and MVR will be conducted as part of the selection process. Must be willing to submit and pass the necessary required checks

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation

• Travel - This position entails occasional driving for work assignments, in-person training sessions and/or meetings. The employee will be responsible for transporting themselves between different sites as needed

• Must be available for shift work. May be required to work various hours for coverage outside of normal business hours

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