Multimedia Journalist: Live TV & Digital Storyteller

TEGNA, Inc.

Hartford (CT)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 60,000

Full time

28 hours ago

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Health insurance

401(k) with company match

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Job summary

TEGNA Inc. is seeking a Multi-Skilled Journalist for WTIC WCCT-TV Hartford, the CW/FOX TEGNA affiliate. The candidate will craft unique, well written stories and share them across platforms with strong photography and editing.

Responsibilities include live shots, story development, sourcing, research, and producing content under deadlines. Proficiency with ENPS, EDIUS, and Axis graphics is valued; Hartford knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

1-3 years reporting experience preferred.
Solid news judgment, display strong communication skills, creativity, and ethical decision-making skills.
Strong writing skills, production skills and tease writing abilities.
Knowledge of Hartford a plus

Responsibilities

Perform authoritative, compelling live shots in a developing story or in breaking news situations
Develop story ideas
Mine the community to find sources who will keep you informed about events and ideas in their areas of expertise
Ability to identify, write and produce stories within a specific framework.
Research for facts and credibility.
Maintain and develop sources who will help bring our reporting to the next level.
Shoot, write, produce and edit on air and online content within deadlines.
Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
Use social media and digital tools to research, discover and distribute content.
Attend editorial meetings and offer story ideas daily.
Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner.