Senior Sports Producer

TEGNA Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Teladoc and Spring Health access

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

TEGNA Inc. is hiring a Senior Sports Producer for WUSA9 in Washington, DC. You will lead multi-platform sports storytelling, leveraging access to the Washington Commanders to deliver exclusive coverage across TV, digital, streaming and social media.

You’ll drive live coverage, collaborate with anchors and reporters, and shape the brand voice while guiding teams through fast-paced game days and breaking news cycles. Strong leadership and newsroom collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Be a social media pro, adept at spotting and amplifying trends, and identifying content on new platforms.
• Understand that sports are about more than X’s and O’s—they’re about people, passion, and community.
• Thrive under pressure, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities across platforms.
• Be ready to embrace the evolving media landscape, from traditional broadcasts to cutting-edge streaming and social initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of dynamic, multi-platform sports content: Create engaging sports stories and segments for TV, digital, streaming, and social media.
• Leverage exclusive access to the Washington Commanders: Work directly with the team to identify stories, develop partnerships, and execute unparalleled coverage.
• Innovate with live and event-driven coverage: Produce live sports commentary shows and field coverage of marquee events that captivate our audience.
• Be a newsroom leader: Inspire a shared vision with our anchors, reporters, and producers while coordinating across teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Expand WUSA9’s footprint in sports storytelling: Identify emerging sports trends, monitor social media for storylines, and find fresh ways to connect with our viewers.
• Step up when needed: Fill in as a newscast producer during major news cycles or events. Breaking news is a team sport at WUSA9.

Skills

Social media savvy

Trend spotting

Multiplatform storytelling

Leadership

Live/event coverage

Job description

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. 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 than100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

Are you a sports storyteller who thrives in the fast-paced world of live television and digital news? WUSA9 , the official television station of the Washington Commanders, is looking for a dynamic Senior Sports Producer to redefine how local sports are covered in the nation’s capital. With exclusive access to the Commanders and the opportunity to produce two dedicated shows outside of our regular sports coverage, you’ll lead the charge in crafting compelling, people-centered sports content that stands apart from the rest.

At WUSA9, sports are not an afterthought-they’re woven into the fabric of our newsroom. Gone are the days of siloed highlights and stats dumps. We bring the stories of athletes, fans, and the community to life, focusing on the people behind the plays. From traditional broadcasts to groundbreaking streaming opportunities, we’re constantly pushing the boundaries of how sports stories are told.

What You’ll Do:

As a key leader in our sports coverage, you’ll collaborate with our talented anchors, reporters, producers, and digital team to shape the WUSA9 sports brand.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the production of dynamic, multi-platform sports content: Create engaging sports stories and segments for TV, digital, streaming, and social media.
• Leverage exclusive access to the Washington Commanders: Work directly with the team to identify stories, develop partnerships, and execute unparalleled coverage.
• Innovate with live and event-driven coverage: Produce live sports commentary shows and field coverage of marquee events that captivate our audience.
• Be a newsroom leader: Inspire a shared vision with our anchors, reporters, and producers while coordinating across teams to ensure seamless execution.
• Expand WUSA9’s footprint in sports storytelling: Identify emerging sports trends, monitor social media for storylines, and find fresh ways to connect with our viewers.
• Step up when needed: Fill in as a newscast producer during major news cycles or events. Breaking news is a team sport at WUSA9.

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking an ambitious, creative, and motivated leader who knows how to connect sports to a broad audience.

Requirements:

• Be a social media pro, adept at spotting and amplifying trends, and identifying content on new platforms.
• Understand that sports are about more than X’s and O’s-they’re about people, passion, and community.
• Thrive under pressure, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities across platforms.
• Be ready to embrace the evolving media landscape, from traditional broadcasts to cutting-edge streaming and social initiatives.

Pay Range

$38—$42 USD

Benefits:

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

TEGNA 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 thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

EEO statement

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We areproud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived 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 disabilitiesin accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email [e-mail]