Video Cameraperson (Level 1 Journalist - Temp)

Reuters Video News is looking for a dynamic and talented Video Cameraperson for a TEMPORARY position based in Phoenix, Arizona.  Talented candidates within commutable distance to Las Vegas, Nevada or Denver, Colorado would also be considered. 

About the Role

As Video Cameraperson (Level 1 Journalist - Temp), you will:

• Produce, edit, write, and deliver compelling and creative video stories and live coverage on breaking news stories, sometimes in challenging weather conditions
• Cover varied news events in the U.S., including breaking news, sports and feature stories with travel to the scene of events mostly within the Western to Mid-Western region of the U.S.
• Film events and feature stories using broadcast-quality video camera, DSLR, GoPro, and other camera equipment.
• Work autonomously when filming, whilst collaborating with multimedia and video packaging teams to produce comprehensive reporting
• Work autonomously when filming, whilst collaborating with colleagues within Reuters Text and Pictures teams
• Work some weekend shifts and at times, longer hours.

About You

You're a fit for the role of Video Cameraperson (Level 1 Journalist - Temp) if you have:

• Demonstrable experience in TV/digital newsgathering and production, with a track record of working with desk and field producers and the ability to operate independently
• Any familiarity with additional equipment, such as drone, gimbal and GoPro, will be considered an advantage.
• Experience video editing (we use Premiere)
• Experience in delivering video live for television and/or digital audiences
• Experience shooting/filing still photographs considered an advantage 
• Experience conceiving of and executing feature stories
• Be willing to work long hours, weekend shifts, and travel to breaking news stories, often at short notice, under tight deadlines and in all weather conditions.
• Employ a strong sense of teamwork
• An understanding of Reuters’ broadcast and digital clients, both domestically and internationally.
• A commitment to accuracy and speed, while upholding Thomson Reuters editorial principles, is a must.

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What’s in it For You?

At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:

• Global Career: As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities.

• Learning & Development: On the job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists.

• Industry Competitive Benefits:  We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering days.

• Perks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world’s most important stories.

About Reuters

Reuters is the world’s largest multimedia news provider. Founded in 1851, it is committed to the Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from bias. With unmatched coverage in over 16 languages, and reaching billions of people worldwide every day, Reuters provides trusted intelligence that powers humans and machines to make smart decisions. It supplies business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers.

Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The base compensation range varies across locations.

For any eligible US locations, unless otherwise noted, the base compensation hourly range for this role is $40 - $72/hr.



This job posting will close 07/27/2025.

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