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Photojournalist

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tegnainc logoTegnainc · Wusa-tv, WA
Full-timeOn-site2w ago
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Responsibilities

  • Meet daily and short-term deadlines when covering news, spot news, sports, weather and feature stories.
  • Setup & Shoot reporter live shots and fully edit on deadline short and long-form packages that incorporate the stations brand-look using EDIUS
  • Shoot and edit stories about various topics for air on future days including natsound pieces using EDIUS
  • Conduct in-person interviews when necessary.
  • Be an editorial voice. Attend editorial meetings and bring story ideas to the table.

Requirements

  • Journalism or communications degree preferred.
  • 5-7 years experience as a news photojournalist and editor required.
  • Knowledge of and experience with non-linear editing required.
  • Knowledge of and experience with newsgathering cameras, lights, audio and other equipment required.
  • Operate an ENG truck or 4G live unit (Dejero) when assigned.
  • Knowledge of EDIUS, Adobe Premiere or any Non-Linear base editing system preferred.
  • Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines.
  • Must be flexible with schedule including shift changes / weekends / holidays and dependable and reliable.
  • Member and active participant in NPPA is a plus.
  • Current valid driver license required.
  • Pay Range
  • $35 - $40 USD

Benefits

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.Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.EEO statement :Recruiting Fraud Alert:Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, aHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offFlexible schedule

Additional Information

About TEGNA 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. WUSA9, the TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate in Washington, D.C. is seeking a photojournalist who is passionate about great storytelling, chasing breaking news and eager to work with a team of great reporters. If you are a self-starter that can tell stories on your own or with a reporter and at the same time...create different and compelling content on all platforms including broadcast, digital and social media. You are proficient and familiar with the latest technology and tools for news gathering, live shots and story / show editing. Come join our team of storytellers and work along with some of the best photojournalists, multi-skilled journalists in the country!

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