KRQE in Albuquerque is looking for a News Photographer and a Master Control Operator

The News Photographer operates television or video cameras to record images or scenes for news reports. Duties include:

  • Shoots video for news reports
  • Confers with other personnel to discuss assignments, logistics and shot requirements
  • Sets up, composes and executes video shots
  • Maintains video equipment
  • Edits video clips for television broadcasts and eMedia content
  • Operates live microwave and satellite trucks in remote situations
  • Performs other duties as assigned

The Master Control Operator is responsible for the overall on-air look of the station. Duties include:

  • Updates and maintains signal control systems
  • Maintains programming logs as required by station management
  • Segments content and clips to the server and then trims and modifies it
  • Appends traffic logs to the data management system
  • Monitors strength, clarity and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals and adjusts equipment as necessary to maintain quality broadcasts
  • Selects sources from which programming will be received, or through which programming will be transmitted
  • Reports equipment problems and ensures that repairs are made and makes emergency repairs to equipment when necessary and possible
  • Ensures the station’s compliance with Emergency Alert System requirements
  • Performs other duties as assigned

You can apply for both jobs here.


Jerry Redfern

Jerry Redfern is an at-large board member for the Rio Grande Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.