Producer

TEGNA; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) with company matching

401(k) match

Job summary

A leading media company in Phoenix is seeking an innovative Producer to shape daily newscasts. The role demands creativity in storytelling and strong communication skills to engage audiences. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of news content experience and be adept at producing engaging newscasts across various platforms. Comprehensive benefits, including medical plans and generous PTO, are offered to all employees.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of news content experience.
• Solid journalistic judgment emphasizing accurate local content.
• Ability to handle live, breaking news situations.
• Solid journalistic judgement and a news philosophy emphasizing accurate local content and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Pitch compelling stories using natural curiosity.
• Craft stories for specific audiences across platforms.
• Combine live pictures and compelling video for engaging experiences.
• Combine live pictures, graphics, video and sound for engaging broadcasts.
• Booth continuous coverage on live streams for breaking news and events.
• Use data analytics to shape content and outcomes.

Skills

Top-notch communication skills

Strong social media skills

Organizational skills

Social media

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or communications

Tools

ENPS

Edius

Job description

Overview

About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. KPNX-TV, the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Phoenix, is seeking an innovative Producer to shape our daily newscasts. At KPNX-TV, we build creative shows that engage, educate and inform our audiences. We prioritize original storytelling and investigative journalism as key components of our newscasts to set our product apart in the Phoenix market. We value a collaborative, motivated journalist who works well within a team to bring the truth to our growing audiences across platforms, starting with our streaming and broadcast services. We want your authentic personality to drive your storytelling and writing in an exciting and captivating manner to hold the audience.

Current driver's license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in journalism, communications or related field or equivalent years of experience.
• 3-5 years of news content experience.
• Top-notch communication skills are an absolute must.
• Solid journalistic judgement and a news philosophy that emphasizes accurate, fair and unique local content, along with community engagement.
• Understanding of the tenets of professional journalism.
• Skills in producing engaging, content-driven newscasts and digital content.
• Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on your preferred social platforms.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under time pressure deadlines.
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events.
• ENPS and Edius system experience preferred.

Benefits

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. Options include two medical plan choices through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program supports full, part-time and temporary employees with pre-tax contribution options and company matching. All employees and eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions with Spring Health.

TEGNA also offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year. Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and certain benefits may not apply to all employees.

EEO Statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We hire and develop individuals from diverse backgrounds to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you need an accommodation to submit your application, please email [e-mail].

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