CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER - KOSA Job at Gray Television, Inc. in Odessa

About KOSA

KOSA/First Alert 7 is the top-rated, long-time news leader in Odessa-Midland, TX, covering the Permian Basin region of West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. We have an outstanding team culture! We pride ourselves on being the dominant player in a highly competitive market where there is never a shortage of news that impacts people on the regional level, throughout the state of Texas, and very often on the national stage.

Job Summary

First Alert 7 / KOSA – the top-rated, long-time news leader in Odessa-Midland, TX – is looking for a Chief Photographer to join our news team. You’ll be responsible for shooting and editing stories for on‑air and online. You will also be our lead trainer for camera equipment and video editing.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the News Director and other newsroom leaders on daily story and project assignments.
• Shoot and edit video and audio for broadcast, streaming, promos, and teases.
• Generate story ideas; identify potential stories.
• Communicate with reporters, writers, and producers on video needed for news stories.
• Respond to breaking news or urgent newsroom situations.
• Maintain camera/related equipment and news vehicles.
• Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree in Journalism or related field preferred.
• Must be a visual storyteller.
• Demonstrates sound news judgment and ability to tell stories with pictures and natural sound.
• Able to shoot and edit stories and work with producers/reporters.
• Must possess the ability to edit on non‑linear equipment and adapt to new technology.
• Ability to operate news‑related software and basic knowledge of web posting software preferred.
• Must be able to work well under pressure with limited supervision and daily deadlines.
• Ability to stay current with national and local news/weather.
• Strong initiative and attention to detail are required.
• Working knowledge of SNG trucks is a plus.
• Must have a clean driving record.

How to Apply

Visit , type in the job title, station call letters, or click "apply now". Upload your resume, cover letter, and references. Current employees can apply through the Gray‑TV UltiPro self‑service portal.

Additional Information

KOSA‑TV/Gray Media is a drug‑free company.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.