Visual Journalist & Storyteller — Investigative & Longform

TEGNA, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

TEGNA Inc. in Sacramento is seeking a Visual Journalist & Storyteller to produce compelling longform and investigative content for broadcast and digital audiences.

You will shoot, edit, and shape stories for daily coverage, collaborating with a team and using creative techniques to elevate storytelling across platforms. The role requires strong collaboration, deadline discipline, and a passion for impactful journalism.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a newsroom preferred.
• BA/BS in journalism, communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems.
• Working knowledge of Premiere, Adobe Suite, and Edius.

Responsibilities

• Shoot and edit news and feature stories for “To the Point with Alex Bell” and ABC10’s broadcast and digital platforms.
• Work independently or alongside a team on daily news assignments.
• Operate an IP video-based live unit (Dejero) when assigned.
• Manage multiple assignments while maintaining strong quality control.
• Participate in editorial meetings, contribute ideas, and help develop story angles.
• Use creative production techniques to enhance storytelling.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Photojournalism

Storytelling

Editing

Broadcast journalism

Multitasking

Education

BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field

Tools

Premiere

Adobe Suite

Edius

Job description

TEGNA Inc. in Sacramento is seeking a Visual Journalist & Storyteller to produce compelling longform and investigative content for broadcast and digital audiences.

You will shoot, edit, and shape stories for daily coverage, collaborating with a team and using creative techniques to elevate storytelling across platforms. The role requires strong collaboration, deadline discipline, and a passion for impactful journalism.