Visual Storyteller

The Tallahassee Democrat, part of the USA TODAY Network, is seeking a Visual Storyteller to lead compelling photo and video journalism that brings to life the biggest stories in Florida's capital region.

This is a high-energy, digital-first role focused on capturing and producing visual content - from breaking news and community moments to enterprise storytelling - that engages audiences across platforms.

We're looking for a creative, fast-moving journalist who can tell powerful stories through images, video and emerging formats, with a strong sense of urgency and an eye for what resonates with digital audiences.

What you'll do

• Capture and produce compelling visual journalism, including photography, video and short-form social content
• Cover breaking news and major events, delivering visuals quickly to support real-time reporting
• Tell people-first stories visually, focusing on the impact of news on local communities
• Edit and publish multimedia content optimized for digital, mobile and social platforms
• Use analytics and audience insights to guide visual storytelling decisions and improve engagement
• Collaborate with reporters and editors to develop multimedia storytelling plans for daily and enterprise coverage
• Identify and pursue visual opportunities around trending topics and high-interest stories
• Produce video-first journalism, including vertical video, explainers and live coverage formats
• Ensure all work reflects accuracy, context and journalistic integrity
• Maintain equipment and stay current on emerging storytelling tools and techniques

• A digitally savvy visual journalist with strong photography and video skills
• Ability to work quickly under deadline while maintaining high-quality standards
• Experience editing video and photos for web, mobile and social platforms
• Understanding of audience behavior, SEO and social media trends
• Strong storytelling instincts with a people-centered approach
• Ability to juggle breaking news, daily assignments and enterprise projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with analytics tools and social listening to identify visual opportunities
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work across teams
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, multimedia or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of professional experience preferred

• You'll document life in Florida's capital city, where breaking news, politics, weather and community stories intersect daily.
• You'll help expand the Democrat's reach through video, social and emerging formats
• You'll partner with one of the top photojournalists in the nation and be part of a networked award-winning newsroom, collaborating across the USA TODAY Network on statewide and national stories

1. Your resume - one to two pages.
2. A cover letter that outlines how you would approach the job.
3. Links to 3-6 online samples of your work. Show us what you've produced or had a hand in that best reflects what you can do in your desired role.