Photojournalist

Job Overview
Photojournalist at WKYC-TV, TEGNA NBC station in Cleveland, responsible for creating shareable and exciting content for television, social media, and mobile platforms.

Requirements include a current driver’s license and the ability to operate a news gathering vehicle to and from locations.

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 either 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 preferred 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 editing system preferred.

Organizational skills and 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 accommodation.

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

Benefits
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of employees and their families. Medical plans include two Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas options for full‑time and part‑time employees, plus dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

401(k) program offers full, part‑time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1%–80% of their pay on a pre‑tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, all employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments via Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician via Spring Health.

Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit 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 race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other basis protected by law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. For accommodations, email askhr@tegna.com.

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