Photojournalist

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

About the role

WFAA-TV, the TEGNA ABC station in Dallas, is looking for a highly skilled artistic Photojournalist who can create shareable and exciting content for television, social media, and mobile. We want a photojournalist who can tell great stories on their own or with a team. Our ideal candidates are familiar with the latest photography, editing tools, and techniques. They create unique and exciting content on all platforms, are proficient with live news-gathering tools, and are able to participate in live performance on-air and on live streaming when necessary. A current driver's license and ability to operate a news-gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.

Responsibilities

• Passion for capturing video & audio elements that produce compelling and engaging news, sports, features, and documentary-style stories in a daily deadline environment.
• Operate an ENG truck or IP video-based live unit (TVU) when assigned.
• Be assigned to either work in a team or solo for daily news assignments.
• Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideas.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.

Requirements

• BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field preferred or equivalent years of experience.
• 3-5 years of experience preferred in a newsroom environment.
• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems.
• Must be flexible with schedule, reliable, and dependable.
• Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots.
• Member and active participant in NPPA a plus.
• Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.
• Understanding of the tenants of professional journalism.
• Knowledge of EDIUS or any Non-Linear base editing system preferred.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines.
• Able to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events.
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs. and occasionally up to 80 lbs. with or without an accommodation.
• Current driver’s license and ability to operate a news-gathering vehicle to and from various locations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage.
• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) program with company match: contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
• Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc for all employees and their eligible family members, regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans.
• Twelve free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
• Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement, which may affect the benefits described herein.