Cinematic Visual Journalist & Storyteller (Long-Form)

Tegna; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Nine paid holidays per year

Teladoc access

Spring Health therapy sessions

Job summary

TEGNA Inc. in Sacramento seeks a talented Visual Journalist & Storyteller for ABC10 Originals. This full-time role focuses on long-form storytelling across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.

The ideal candidate will shoot and edit compelling narratives, collaborate with reporters and editors, and utilize advanced production techniques including drone footage, motion graphics, and color grading.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of professional news, documentary, or long-form storytelling experience preferred.
• Strong ability to shoot and edit compelling, narrative-driven stories with visual impact.
• Advanced proficiency in Premiere Pro and working knowledge of After Effects.
• Understanding of cinematography, visual sequencing, natural sound, and pacing.
• Experience with color grading, lighting, and professional audio recording.
• Familiarity with Sony cameras, S-Log workflows, and modern production techniques.
• Experience using live transmission tools such as TVU or Dejero.
• FAA Part 107 drone certification preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively; calm under deadline pressure.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a dedicated visual journalist for ABC10 Originals, contributing to investigative, enterprise, and documentary projects.
• Shoot and edit high-quality stories ranging from general assignment to half-hour and hour-long specials.
• Collaborate with reporters, producers, and editors to plan visual storytelling from concept to completion.
• Create content for TV, digital platforms, social media, and ABC10+ streaming.
• Use advanced production techniques including drone, graphics, motion design, and lighting.
• Operate professional video equipment including mirrorless and Sony FS-series cameras.
• Perform post-production: color correction, color grading, audio mixing, and VFX.
• Edit with Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects for multi-platform delivery.
• Support breaking news and special events as needed.
• Travel throughout Northern California for assignments; operate station vehicles.

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Job description

TEGNA Inc. in Sacramento seeks a talented Visual Journalist & Storyteller for ABC10 Originals. This full-time role focuses on long-form storytelling across broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.

The ideal candidate will shoot and edit compelling narratives, collaborate with reporters and editors, and utilize advanced production techniques including drone footage, motion graphics, and color grading.