KGO - News Photographers (As-Needed) (Expression Of Interest)

KGO - News Photographers (As-Needed) (Expression Of Interest) Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10157010 Location San Francisco, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Aug. 17, 2026 Job Summary: Disney Entertainment’s eight owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information.ABC7 KGO-TV is the Bay Area's news leader, delivering breaking news, weather and live video on-air and 24/7 wherever you stream.Producing more than 45 hours of live newscasts every week, ABC7 Eyewitness News is widely recognized for its solution-based journalism and advocacy with legacy franchises Seven on Your Side, and I-Team.ABC7 is a respected and valued community resource, KGO-TV is an ABC Owned Television Station serving San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and the greater Bay Area. ABC7/KGO-TV is seeking an experienced News Photographer for Daily Hire shifts. We are looking for self-starting, creative storytellers that are curious journalists as well. We are looking for team players who can work well under deadline pressure and are comfortable handling breaking news in the field with or without a reporter and can reliably deliver content in a timely manner for all platforms. Candidates must have experience in daily newsgathering, live microwave truck operation, knowledge of broadband streaming devices such as Dejero, LiveU, satellite operation, lighting, and field editing. Adobe Premiere experience is preferred. We are looking for problem-solvers that have good news judgment. Our News Photographers are responsible for the proper care and use of all assigned equipment. Schedule flexibility and willingness to work weekends, early mornings, late nights and holidays is required. Knowledge of the San Francisco Bay Area is a plus. Candidates should possess excellent interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic. Required Skills: Proficient with a variety of professional quality cameras and digital cameras. Proficient with non-linear desktop editing, including but not limited to Adobe Premiere. Flexibility to work a variety of shifts: weekends, early mornings, late nights and holidays. Work collaboratively with reporters, assignment desk editors, producers, writers and managers Proven ability to multi-task and thrive in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment Ability to take story from concept to completion independently Preferred Skills: Bilingual Required Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience as a photographer in local news, medium or large market Required Education: High school diploma or equivalent Preferred Education: Four-year degree Background check clearance and clean driving record will be required. Applicants should also have the flexibility to work a variety of shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. This position is covered under the Company’s collective bargaining agreement with NABET-CWA. The pay rate for this role in San Francisco, CA is $58.6875 per hour. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. To learn more about our benefits visit: About Disney Entertainment Television: Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories. About The Walt Disney Company: The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. This position is with KGO Television, Inc , which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television . KGO Television, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. 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