Dynamic Photojournalist: Live News & Field Stories

TEGNA Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with match

Telehealth and mental health benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

TEGNA Inc. in Atlanta seeks a skilled Photojournalist to create compelling content for television, social media, and mobile. The ideal candidate stories solo or with a team, using the latest photography and editing tools to engage audiences across platforms.

Responsibilities include live on-air performance, ENG truck operation, and contributing story ideas in editorial meetings. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift 40–80 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field preferred or equivalent years of experience.
• 1-3 years of experience preferred in a newsroom environment.
• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems.
• Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable.
• Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots.
• NPPA membership is a plus.
• Strong news judgment, writing and photography skills.
• Knowledge of editing tools and platforms (EDIUS preferred).
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage live breaking news.

Responsibilities

• Capture video and audio to produce compelling news, sports, features and documentary content under daily deadlines.
• Operate ENG truck or IP video-based live unit (TVU) when assigned.
• Assign to team or solo daily news assignments.
• Attend editorial meetings and contribute story ideas.
• Use creative production techniques (graphics, viewer pictures, webcam interviews) to enhance stories.

Skills

Photojournalism

Editing

Content management systems

Live news gathering tools

Non-linear editing

EDIUS

News judgment

Education

BA/BS in journalism or related field

Tools

EDIUS

Non-linear editing systems

TVU/ENG live unit

Job description

TEGNA Inc. in Atlanta seeks a skilled Photojournalist to create compelling content for television, social media, and mobile. The ideal candidate stories solo or with a team, using the latest photography and editing tools to engage audiences across platforms.

Responsibilities include live on-air performance, ENG truck operation, and contributing story ideas in editorial meetings. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift 40–80 lbs are required.