Multi-Platform News Producer - Live & Investigative

TEGNA

Hartford (CT)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

TEGNA WTIC WCCT-TV Hartford is seeking an innovative Producer to shape our daily newscasts. You’ll pitch stories, craft engaging pieces, and drive storytelling with strong writing and production skills across platforms.

Join a collaborative newsroom that values creativity, accuracy and audience engagement. You’ll meet daily deadlines, work with live shots, graphics and sound, and use ENPS and Edius to deliver compelling local content for Hartford audiences.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred in journalism or related field or equivalent experience.
1-3 years of news content experience.
Top-notch communication skills are essential.
Understanding of professional journalism tenets and local content emphasis.
Experience producing engaging newscasts and digital content.
Strong social media presence on preferred platforms.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle live situations.

Responsibilities

Use your natural curiosity to pitch compelling stories.
Show off your creativity and storytelling skills.
Craft stories of all lengths on all platforms for specific audiences.
Meet daily deadlines.
Combine live pictures, graphics, compelling video and emotional sound to create an engaging experience for our audience.
Booth continuous coverage on our live streams for breaking news and community events.
Consistently try new things after thoughtful discussion with supervisors.
Allow the impactful and emotional conversations the community needs to drive the content in your rundown.
Use data analytics to help shape the content of your show.
Challenge traditional ways of doing things.
Ensure all communities and viewpoints have a voice and presence in your show.