- Full Time
- Anywhere
KVUE-TV
TEGNA, Inc.
DESCRIPTION
KVUE-TV (Austin, TX) is seeking a highly skilled and artistic Photographer who is well-versed in the latest photography and editing tools. These tools are essential for creating shareable and exciting television and social media content. We are looking for a photojournalist who can tell great stories independently or with a team. The ideal candidate should be proficient with live news-gathering tools and capable of producing live content on-air and online.
Responsibilities:
- Use the latest editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
- Contact sources and develop news stories.
- Cover breaking, general, sports, and feature stories.
- Produce news stories that are unique and captivating.
- Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideas.
- Edit and post video content stories for KVUE.com and KVUE+.
- Develop news sources for general assignments and special areas of interest.
- Perform other tasks as required by the supervisor or executive producer.
- Some out-of-town travel is sometimes required.
- Must be able to lift/carry camera equipment.
- Work hours include some evenings and some weekends.
Requirements:
- College degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of two years experience as a TV photojournalist and news editor preferred
- Must help promote a culture of innovative storytelling
- Complete newsgathering skills required
- Must be able to make quick decisions while working under pressured deadlines, willingness to work overtime, and work flexible shifts
- Strong computer skills in a mobile environment are required
- Must have a valid driver’s license, able to lift to 40 lbs and occasionally up to 80 pounds with or without an accommodation
Benefits:
TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as 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.
* 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.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit http://www.TEGNA.com.
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 [email protected]
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