Photojournalist

Category:
Media - Journalism - Newspaper

Position/

Title:

Photojournalist 4092

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.

KENS 5, the TEGNA CBS station in San Antonio is looking for a highly skilled, artistic photojournalist to join our award‑winning team. We’re seeking someone who can create shareable and exciting content for television, social media, and mobile, and who can tell great stories on their own or with a team. Our ideal candidates are familiar with the latest photography/editing tools and techniques, are proficient with live news gathering, and can participate in live performance on‑air and live streaming when necessary.

• Passion for capturing video and audio elements in a unique way that produces engaging news, sports, features and other stories in a daily deadline environment.
• Operate IP video‑based live units (TVU) when assigned. Satellite and microwave live truck experience is a plus.
• Be assigned to either work in a team or solo for daily news assignments.
• Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideas.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Attention to detail in all aspects of the job, both in your own work and when dealing with material gathered by others.

• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field preferred or equivalent years of experience.
• 1‑3 years of experience preferred in a newsroom environment. This is not an entry‑level position.
• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems.
• Must be flexible with schedule, reliable, and dependable.
• Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content‑driven live shots.
• Member and active participant in the NPPA is a plus.
• Demonstrated news judgment, photography experience, and non‑linear editing skills. Writing skills are a plus.
• Understanding of the tenets of professional journalism.
• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere or other non‑linear editing systems.
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines.
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events.
• Able to lift up to 40‑50 lbs. with or without an accommodation.
• Current driver’s license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations.

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.

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud 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 disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email