The Chief Photographer provides training and feedback to the photographer team along with other duties as assigned by the News Director and Operations Manager. The Chief Photographer regularly shoots and edits impactful, compelling, stories within our news brand for all platforms, while taking ownership in the technical aspects, including the operation of cameras, editing systems, microwave trucks and satellite truck. Effective October 1, 2021, all newly hired CMG employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to their start date. CMG will provide reasonable accommodations as required by law for individuals unable to be vaccinated due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief.RESPONSIBILITIESLead a team of highly skilled and experienced photographers.Help build a sense of team between photographers and reporters.Understand how the FOX23 News brand can be reinforced through photography.Schedule, approve time and complete reviews in a timely manner.Provide continuous training and feedback to the photographer team.Shoot and edit compelling, impactful stories that are clear and easy to understand.Complete knowledge of cameras to get the best and most creative possible video for our stories.Complete knowledge of our editing programs and computers to edit stories in the best and most creative manner.Understand how to use Aspera, so stories or elements can be fed from any wi-fi hotspot as opposed to being dependent on live trucks.Complete knowledge of how to operate every live/sat truck and learn the best ways to troubleshoot any truck or equipment issues – take ownership in the technical aspects of the job.Coordinate with Reporters to make sure all deadlines are met, including work making slot and being in place for scheduled live hits.Manage time efficiently so multiple stories can be shot/edited. Be willing and prepared to shoot/edit multiple stories each day.Explore all possibilities with reporters for active liveshots and standups.Regularly execute “process photography”.Ensure video, sound and a standup is fed back early for promotions.Have a “digital first” mentality that will get video, sound and information to our digital platforms asap.Look for “web only” opportunities with compelling raw interviews, video or extras.