TEGNA, Inc.
Overview
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.
Position KENS-TV San Antonio, the CBS TEGNA affiliate, is looking for an experienced Multi‑Skilled Journalist to help maintain our tradition of superior reporting and newsgathering. We are interested in finding a journalist who can create unique, memorable and well‑written stories, who can share them on all platforms with a mix of outstanding photography and unforgettable editing. If you’re a creative storyteller who understands true multi‑platform journalism and who is not bound by the methods of traditional TV news – we want to hear from you!
Current driver’s license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations are required.
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
Ability to identify, write and produce stories within a specific framework
Research for facts and credibility
Maintain and develop sources who will help bring our reporting to the next level
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, etc.) 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
Must possess solid news judgment, display 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
Knowledge of San Antonio is a plus
Benefits TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. Medical plans, disability and life insurance, fertility and adoption assistance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with matching contributions are among the benefits available. Employees also receive free virtual doctor appointments and therapy sessions, 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 actual or perceived 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 reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
Recruiting Fraud Alert To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA recruiters or hiring managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains. Recruiters or hiring managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.
Apply for this job Interested in building your career at TEGNA Inc.? Submit your application through the TEGNA careers portal.
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Position KENS-TV San Antonio, the CBS TEGNA affiliate, is looking for an experienced Multi‑Skilled Journalist to help maintain our tradition of superior reporting and newsgathering. We are interested in finding a journalist who can create unique, memorable and well‑written stories, who can share them on all platforms with a mix of outstanding photography and unforgettable editing. If you’re a creative storyteller who understands true multi‑platform journalism and who is not bound by the methods of traditional TV news – we want to hear from you!
Current driver’s license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations are required.
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
Ability to identify, write and produce stories within a specific framework
Research for facts and credibility
Maintain and develop sources who will help bring our reporting to the next level
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, etc.) 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
Must possess solid news judgment, display 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
Knowledge of San Antonio is a plus
Benefits TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. Medical plans, disability and life insurance, fertility and adoption assistance, paid time off, and a 401(k) with matching contributions are among the benefits available. Employees also receive free virtual doctor appointments and therapy sessions, 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 actual or perceived 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 reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
Recruiting Fraud Alert To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA recruiters or hiring managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains. Recruiters or hiring managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.
Apply for this job Interested in building your career at TEGNA Inc.? Submit your application through the TEGNA careers portal.
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