Photographer/Editor

Photojournalist
The WWL WUPL-TV station in New Orleans, part of TEGNA’s CBS/MNTV grouping, is seeking a highly skilled artistic Photojournalist who can create shareable and exciting content for television, social media, and mobile. The candidate will tell great stories on their own or with a team, using the latest photography, editing tools, and techniques to produce unique and engaging content across all platforms, including live news‑gathering tools and on‑air or live streaming performance when necessary.

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

Responsibilities

Passion for capturing video‑audio elements that produce compelling and engaging news, sports, features and documentary‑style stories in a daily deadline environment.

Operate an ENG truck or IP video‑based live unit (TVU) when assigned.

Be assigned to work in a team or solo for daily news assignments.

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

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

Requirements

BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field preferred or equivalent years of experience.

3–5 years of experience preferable in a newsroom environment.

Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems.

Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable.

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

Member and active participant in NPPA (a plus).

Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non‑linear editing skills.

Understanding of the tenants of professional journalism.

Knowledge of EDIUS or any non‑linear base editing system preferred.

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

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

Able to lift up to 40 lbs. and occasionally up to 80 lbs. with or without an accommodation.

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

Benefits
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits to safeguard the physical, mental, and financial health of employees and their families. These include:

Medical plans (full and part‑time employees) 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 company match.

Free virtual doctor’s appointments and therapy sessions.

Paid Time Off (PTO) and nine paid holidays per year.

EEO Statement
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. 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. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com.

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