Photojournalist & Editor for Live News & Features

TEGNA, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

PTO & holidays

Teladoc access

Spring Health

Job summary

WBNS-TV Columbus, the TEGNA CBS station in Columbus, is looking for a skilled Photojournalist who can tell compelling stories for television, social media, and mobile platforms. The candidate will shoot, edit, and contribute packages solo or with a team under tight deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in a newsroom, proficiency in photography and editing tools such as EDIUS, and the ability to work flexible hours, including live on-air or streaming segments when necessary.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field preferred or equivalent years of experience.
• 1–3 years of newsroom experience preferred.
• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems.
• Must be flexible with schedule and reliable.
• Strong news judgment and writing skills.
• Knowledge of EDIUS or other nonlinear editing software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Capture video and audio to produce engaging news, sports, features and documentary stories under daily deadlines.
• Operate ENG truck or IP-based live unit when assigned.
• Work solo or as part of a team on daily news assignments.
• Attend editorial meetings and contribute story ideas.

Skills

Photojournalism

Editing

Storytelling

Live reporting

Education

BA/BS in journalism/communications

Tools

EDIUS

TVU

Job description

WBNS-TV Columbus, the TEGNA CBS station in Columbus, is looking for a skilled Photojournalist who can tell compelling stories for television, social media, and mobile platforms. The candidate will shoot, edit, and contribute packages solo or with a team under tight deadlines.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in a newsroom, proficiency in photography and editing tools such as EDIUS, and the ability to work flexible hours, including live on-air or streaming segments when necessary.