TEGNA is hiring: Multiskilled Journalist in Knoxville

Multiskilled Journalist – WBIR‑TV Knoxville, NBC TEGNA Affiliate, a part of TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA)

TEGNA operates 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets and reaches more than 100 million people monthly across web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television, building a sustainable future for local news.

We are seeking an experienced multi‑skilled journalist to maintain our tradition of superior reporting and newsgathering. Your work will be shared across all platforms with outstanding photography and unforgettable editing, blending traditional TV news with multi‑platform journalism.

Current driver’s license and ability to operate a news gathering vehicle to and from various locations are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform authoritative, compelling live shots in developing story or 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.
• Identify, write and produce stories within a specific framework.
• Research for facts and credibility.
• Maintain and develop sources to elevate our reporting.
• Shoot, write, produce and edit on‑air and online content within deadlines.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews) 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 and authentic manner.

Requirements

• 1–3 years reporting experience preferred.
• Solid news judgment, strong communication skills, creativity, and ethical decision‑making skills.
• Strong writing, production, and teaser writing abilities.
• Experience with ENPS, EDIUS and Axis graphics preferred.
• Organized and able to work under constant deadlines.
• Ability to calmly handle live breaking news situations and changing events.
• Proven social and digital content creation ability.
• Knowledge of Knoxville a plus.

Benefits

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of employees and families, including two medical plan options via Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, dental and eye care, fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance, disability and life insurance, 401(k) with 100% match up to 4%, nine free virtual doctor appointments and 12 free annual therapy sessions, generous paid time off and nine paid holidays per year. Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some benefits may not apply.

EEO Statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates 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. TEGNA will accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you require an accommodation to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com.

Recruiting Fraud Alert

Only TEGNA recruiters or hiring managers will contact you. Communications will come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or an affiliate station domain. They will never request payments or personal financial information. Protect your personal information when applying.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution