Visual Journalist

Description:

The Keene Sentinel is seeking a full-time visual journalist to document life in New Hampshire’s rural Monadnock Region through photography and video.

The addition of a second, full-time visual journalist is part of The Sentinel's increased investment in visual storytelling, and they will join our existing visual journalist in continuing to boost The Sentinel’s digital presence online; on social media, including Instagram; and through digital products.

The visual journalist will help capture the people, places and events of the region in everyday life, as well as breaking news and portraits for The Sentinel’s digital and six-day-a-week print editions and its special publications. They will work closely and collaborate with the local news and sports editors to coordinate photos that complement story coverage, as well as their own independent photo and video projects.

The Keene Sentinel was founded in 1799 and continues to be a locally and family-owned independent news organization. In fact, just two families have owned The Sentinel for most of its 225 years of publishing. Throughout its many years, the goal has been to create a community newspaper that not only informs readers, but is also a good community citizen. Our mission statement:

The reader of The Keene Sentinel will feel a sense of belonging and will be inspired and empowered to engage in community. This is made possible by an innovative, caring, proactive and responsive news organization that serves as a trusted source and civic partner.

What we are looking for: at least one year of experience and technical knowledge of photo/video equipment; proficiency in Adobe products including Photoshop and Premiere Pro; the ability to conceive of, film and edit videos; the ability to quickly produce quality photos/video during a breaking news event; the ability to collaborate well with colleagues and interact professionally with the public; and the ability to write accurate and informative captions. Access to reliable transportation is a requirement.

This is a full-time, in-person position that will include some night and weekend work. The Sentinel is an equal opportunity employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, holidays, paid medical health time and dental insurance options, retirement and more.

To apply, send a resume, samples of your work and cover letter to Anika Clark, executive-editor local news, at aclark@keenesentinel.com. No phone calls please.