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The Times-Reporter of Dover/New Philadelphia, Ohio, is seeking a full-time visual journalist skilled in video, photography and social media to join our digital-first news team. This photographer and videographer will capture the people, moments, events, environment and sense of place that define our unique community. The journalist must understand the powerful role that visual storytelling plays in reaching new audiences across a variety of platforms. Our visual journalists must be able to move seamlessly between high school sports, daily local news, deep investigations, community festivals and breaking news. The successful candidate must have the ability to collaborate with reporters and editors to produce compelling storytelling about the people and places of Tuscarawas County, about 70 miles south of Cleveland, as well as nearby communities. We're committed to telling the full story of our community, meaning our coverage reflects the diversity of the people who live here.
About the region: The Dover-New Philadelphia area offers a mix of suburban and rural living, with access to both city amenities and the quiet charm of smaller towns. Residents are friendly and supportive and known for their close-knit communities. The area has been recognized for its economic development and is among Site Selection Magazine's Top 100 Micropolitan Communities. Tuscarawas County is home to Warther Museum, the historical villages of Zoar and Schoenbrunn, Atwood Lake Park, Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital and the world’s largest cuckoo clock. The Tuscarawas River Water Trail provides scenic paddling while Atwood and Tappan lakes offer boating, fishing and swimming. The area features historic sites, such as Fort Laurens, and the arts are celebrated with the outdoor Artagain Alley in New Philadelphia. Top industries include manufacturing, health care, retail and education.

The locally-based visual journalist:

• Creates quality visual storytelling using videography, photography and copy that informs, entertains and engages our audience.
• Experiments with video for YouTube, Instagram and other emerging platforms. Video will occupy at least 50% of the role.
• Has experience using video editing software, such as Adobe Premiere, and is comfortable with streaming and audio technology.
• Has a strong understanding of SEO to maximize audience reach for visual content.
• Uses audience metrics to help make coverage decisions.
• Collaborates and connects with the community through visual storytelling and outreach (social media, on camera, forums, community leadership, etc.)
• Works with editors and other journalists to evaluate what works and what doesn't and develops ongoing plans to satisfy audience needs.
• Projects include a mix of daily local news coverage and longer-term enterprise projects or series.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, photography, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two years of photojournalism experience.
• Experience with multimedia storytelling techniques on multiple platforms.
• Exceptional core photojournalism skills (reporting, photography and videography).
• Ability to use basic and advanced computer programs, including but not limited to video editing software such as Premiere Pro, Adobe Photoshop, and Photo Mechanic
• Self-motivated and self-directed.

Organizational skills:

• Understanding of social media and how to respond and engage our fan base on digital platforms.
• Effective communicator; able to get along with diverse personalities.
• Able to multi-task and excel under intense deadline pressure in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Command of writing, spelling, grammar and writing style.
• Command of media law and principles of ethical conduct.

How To Apply:

We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don’t limit your upload to a resume; show us what you’ve done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
1. Your resume – one to two pages.
2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you’ve produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
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