Photographer/Editor

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.

12News (KPNX-TV, NBC) – Phoenix
We are looking for a highly skilled Photojournalist to join our news team. We seek artistic photographers and editors who can produce shareable, exciting content for television, social media, and mobile. Successful candidates will be familiar with the latest photography and editing tools and techniques, proficient with live newsgathering tools, and able to speak live on‑air or online when necessary.

Responsibilities

Use Edius video editing software.

Use photography tools to tell great stories.

Produce original content on‑air and on all digital platforms that evoke emotion and tell compelling stories.

Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.

Contact sources and develop news stories. Cover breaking, general, sports, feature, investigative, and political news stories; produce news stories that are unique and captivating.

Ability to shoot and edit multiple camera interviews.

Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideas.

Edit and post video and text content stories for the website.

Develop news sources for general assignment and specialized areas of interest.

Operate news gathering vehicles including live vans with masts from various locations.

Perform other tasks as required.

Workdays and times may vary to the needs of the business.

Be placed on a rotation of on‑call shifts.

Requirements

BA/BS in journalism, communications, or a related field.

Must have a valid driver license with a clean record.

Must be able to drive different types of vehicles including but not limited to oversize mast live trucks and vans.

5-7 years of photojournalism experience.

Knowledge of non‑linear editing systems; Edius experience a plus.

Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content‑driven live shots.

SNG experience a plus.

LIVE Center/ENG coordination experience a plus.

Skills in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and After Effects a plus.

Demonstrated news judgment with an understanding of the tenets of professional journalism.

Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines.

Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events.

Must be team‑oriented, have a positive attitude, and be a problem solver.

Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

401(k) program with up to 80% employee contribution; first 4% matched 100% from day one.

Nine free virtual doctor appointments and 12 free annual therapy sessions.

Generous 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 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.

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