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About TEGNA
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 KPNX 12News
The NBC TEGNA affiliate in Phoenix, AZ is looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Journalist to continue our tradition of superior reporting and storytelling. We want a passionate journalist who can create unique, memorable and engaging stories and who loves to cover live breaking news.
Responsibilities
- Perform authoritative, compelling live shots in a developing story or in breaking news situations.
- Develop story ideas.
- Mine the community to find sources who will keep you informed about events and ideas in their areas of expertise.
- Write and produce stories within a specific framework.
- Research facts and maintain credibility.
- Shoot, write, produce and edit on-air and online content within deadlines.
- Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media to enhance stories.
- Use social media and digital tools to research, discover and distribute content.
- Attend editorial meetings and offer story ideas daily.
Requirements
- 3-5 years reporting experience preferred.
- Must possess solid news judgment, strong communication skills, creativity, and ethical decision-making skills.
- Strong writing skills, production skills and tease writing abilities.
- ENPS, EDIUS and Axis graphics experience is preferred.
- Must be organized with the ability to work under constant deadlines.
- Must be able to calmly handle live breaking news situations and changing events.
- Proven social and digital content creation ability.
- Current driver's license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.
Pay Range: $31.25—$36.06 USD
Benefits
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. Full and part‑time employees receive two medical plan options, dental and eye care coverage, fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance. Employees contribute to a 401(k) with up to 80% match. Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments and 12 free annual therapy sessions are available. Paid time off and nine paid holidays per year.
EEO Statement
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to protected characteristics. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
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