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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.
Location
KHOU-TV Houston, the CBS TEGNA affiliate
Position: Multi‑Skilled Journalist
We are looking for an experienced journalist who can create unique, memorable and well‑written stories, share them on all platforms with outstanding photography and editing. Creative storytellers who understand true multi‑platform journalism and are not bound by traditional TV news methods are encouraged to apply.
Core Responsibilities
- Perform authoritative, compelling live shots in developing story or breaking news situations.
- Develop story ideas.
- Mine the community to find sources who keep you informed about events and ideas in their areas of expertise.
- Identify, write and produce stories within a specific framework.
- Research for facts and credibility.
- Maintain and develop sources who elevate our reporting.
- Shoot, write, produce and edit on‑air and online content within deadlines.
- Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new media to enhance stories.
- Use social media and digital tools to research, discover and distribute content.
- Attend editorial meetings and offer story ideas daily.
- Write in an exciting, captivating, authentic manner.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of reporting experience (preferred).
- Solid news judgment, strong communication, creativity and ethical decision‑making skills.
- Strong writing, production and tease writing abilities.
- Experience with ENPS, EDIUS and Axis graphics (preferred).
- Strong organization and ability to work under constant deadlines.
- Calmly handle live breaking news situations and changing events.
- Proven social and digital content creation ability.
- Knowledge of Houston (plus).
- Current driver’s license and ability to operate a news‑gathering vehicle.
Benefits
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families, including two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, dental and eye care coverage, fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program offers full, part‑time and temporary employees to contribute 1%–80% of pay on a pre‑tax basis, with company match up to 4% fully vested from day one. All employees receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments via Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions via Spring Health. Paid Time Off and nine paid holidays are provided.
Some jobs may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement; benefits described may differ for union employees.
EEO Statement
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We hire and develop individuals from diverse backgrounds to add to our collaborative culture. Applications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. We accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodations may be emailed to askhr@tegna.com.
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