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Production Lead

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tegnainc logoTegnainc · Wtlv Wjxx-tv Jacksonville
Full-timeOn-site3w ago
LeadershipLinear
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Responsibilities

  • Use of independent judgement to spearhead the transformation of our visual product, adapting to our evolving audience across platforms
  • Serve as the technical lead for news production and operations, ensuring seamless daily broadcasts, and assign tasks related to production and operations
  • Use of independent judgement to plan and oversee technical requirements for special events and breaking news coverage
  • Collaborate with engineering to optimize streaming systems for production needs
  • Develop, implement, and manage standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency and quality
  • Direct camera angles, lighting, and set arrangements to create visually compelling content
  • Foster and lead effective communication between the newsroom and other departments
  • Lead and responsibly manage continuous, live coverage of breaking news and community events
  • Apply data analytics to shape content and boost engagement
  • Innovate in show design and storytelling, trying new approaches with guidance from supervisors

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred.
  • 5+ years of television broadcast experience preferred
  • Strong project management and leadership skills with experience using independent judgement
  • Proficiency in news production tools, vMix, audio mixers, studio lighting, teleprompter systems, robotic studio cameras, editing, and graphics systems
  • Experience with elections software
  • Excellent communication skills for coordinating within the newsroom and adapting plans in high-pressure, live situations
  • Ability to maintain composure and adaptability during breaking news and high-stakes events
  • Commitment to fostering teamwork, collaboration, and innovation
  • Quick decision-making skills and attention to detail
  • Flexibility to work in a 24/7/365 operation

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 :Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time off

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. WLTV TV , the TEGNA-owned affiliate in Jacksonville, FL , is seeking an innovative and tech-savvy Production Lead to revolutionize our visual storytelling across streaming and broadcast platforms. You'll be at the forefront of shaping our production strategy, driving innovation, and elevating our content to new heights. We're looking for a dynamic leader who can bring fresh ideas and a collaborative spirit to our newsroom, marketing, and sales productions.

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