Lifestyle Host​/Reporter

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 than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

is looking for a dynamic, creative and engaging Lifestyle Host & Multimedia Journalist to join Show Me St. Louis, our locally produced lifestyle and entertainment program. We are interested in finding a journalist who can create unique, memorable and well written stories, who can share them on all platforms. St. Louis is filled with incredible people, neighborhoods, restaurants, businesses, nonprofits, attractions and experiences, and we’re looking for someone who is excited to tell their stories.

The ideal candidate is an engaging on-air personality and strong storyteller who is equally comfortable hosting in the studio, reporting in the field and working behind the camera. This person should know how to take an idea from concept to air, whether that means interviewing a guest live, shooting and editing a feature story, creating an engaging live shot or working with a local business or community partner to develop compelling content.

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

• Host Show Me St. Louis and deliver on-air content in an engaging, conversational and accurate manner.
• Shoot, write, edit and report compelling lifestyle and community stories.
• Conduct engaging interviews both in studio and in the field.
• Develop original content showcasing the people, places, businesses, food, entertainment, nonprofits and experiences that make the St. Louis region unique.
• Pitch fresh, creative and timely story ideas and help shape future Show Me St. Louis programming.
• Generate fun, creative and content-driven live shots and field segments.
• Work professionally and collaboratively with advertising clients and community partners to turn their ideas into compelling television.
• Create content for broadcast, digital and social platforms.
• Maintain an active and professional social media presence while finding new ways to engage with viewers.
• Use photography and editing tools to create polished, visually engaging stories.
• Contribute to sponsored content, station initiatives, special programming and community events.
• Collaborate with producers, photographers, sales teams and other departments to execute content across platforms.
• Manage multiple stories and projects while consistently meeting deadlines.

• 2–4 years of experience in broadcast journalism, multimedia journalism, lifestyle television, hosting or a related field preferred.
• Strong on-camera presence with an authentic, approachable personality.
• Strong interviewing, writing and storytelling skills.
• Experience shooting and editing video.
• Ability to independently take a story from idea to finished product.
• Comfortable working with advertising clients, local businesses, nonprofits and community organizations.
• Creative thinker who understands how to make lifestyle content informative, entertaining and visually compelling.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to perform under tight deadlines.
• Experience in creating content for social and digital platforms.
• Experience with ENPS and EDIUS is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or a related field preferred.

We want someone who is curious about St. Louis and genuinely excited to explore it. Someone who can walk into a restaurant…