Producer

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing trusted local news and services. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across web, mobile apps, streaming and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

WZZM 13 On Your Side , the

TEGNA-owned ABC

affiliate in

Grand Rapids, Michigan

is seeking an innovative Producer to shape our daily newscasts. At WZZM, we build creative shows that engage, educate and inform our audiences. We prioritize original storytelling and investigative journalism as key components of our newscasts to set our product apart in the Grand Rapids market.

Responsibilities

Craft stories of all lengths on all platforms for specific audiences.

Write news scripts that are succinct, accurate, balanced and conversational.

Show off your creativity and storytelling skills.

Craft compelling teases to keep viewers engaged.

Meet daily deadlines.

Combine live pictures, graphics, compelling video and emotional sound to create an engaging experience for our audience.

Booth continuous coverage on our live streams for breaking news and community events.

Consistently try new things after thoughtful discussion with supervisors.

Use data analytics to help shape the content of your show.

Ensure all communities and viewpoints have a voice and presence in your show.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred in journalism, communications or related field or equivalent years of experience.

1-3 years of news content experience.

Top‑note communication skills are an absolute must.

Solid journalistic judgement and a news philosophy that emphasizes accurate, fair and unique local content, along with community engagement.

Understanding of the tenets of professional journalism.

Skills in producing engaging, content‑driven newscasts and digital content.

Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on your preferred social platforms.

Interest in the technical side of getting newscasts on the air.

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

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

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. Benefits include two medical plan options for full and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 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 made 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 with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health. TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as 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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