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Multi-Skilled Journalist / Digital Reporter & Photographer
TEGNA
San Antonio, TX, United States
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Job Description
KENS 5, a TEGNA Media company in San Antonio, TX, is looking for a MSJ/Digital Reporter & Photographer! Someone who is a self-starter to create innovative content and segments for multiple platforms. The successful candidate will be an idea machine with the ability to perform under daily deadline pressure. This person will be able to work solo and as part of a team as needed.
A background in photography, videography, graphics, editing, production, and storytelling will be helpful. This person should excel in front of and behind the camera and be able to shift between multiple storytelling styles. The successful candidate will excel across multiple social media platforms and always be learning what's next.
In this role, you will:
• Develop story ideas, write, shoot and edit news stories for on-air broadcasts and digital
• Write in an exciting, captivating and authentic manner
• Use the latest editing and photography tools to tell great stories
• Develop original content through social listening and independent sources
• Deliver on-air news events in an engaging, exciting, and accurate manner
• Interview news subjects and research for facts and credibility
• Develop news sources for general assignment and special areas of interest
• Produce news stories that are unique and captivating
• Operate newsgathering vehicle to and from various locations
• Write and post daily on all digital platforms including social media
• Shoot, write and edit packaged reports
• Write for the web, including attaching images and streaming video
• Help others create content for broadcast and digital
• Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer
Job Requirements
In this role you will need:
• BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field
• 2 years of experience preferred
• Bilingual, (English & Spanish) speaking preferred
• Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems
• Understanding of the tenants of professional journalism
• A portfolio with examples of strong breaking news reporting
• Ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots
• Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on Twitter and Facebook
• Knowledge of EN PS, Premier, Edi us, Final Cut Pro and Axis graphics a plus
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
KENS 5 offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, EAP, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holiday, paid time off, and 401(k). No phone calls please. Due to the volume received, we are unable to provide status updates on individual applications.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. With 47 television stations and two radio stations in 39 markets, TEGNA delivers relevant content and information to consumers across platforms. It is the largest owner of top 4 affiliates in the top 25 markets, reaching approximately one-third of all television households nationwide. Each month, TEGNA reaches 50 million adults on-air and approximately 35 million across its digital platforms. TEGNA has been consistently honored with the industry’s top awards, including Edward R. Murrow, George Polk, Alfred I. DuPont and Emmy Awards. TEGNA delivers results for advertisers through unparalleled and innovative solutions including OTT local advertising network Premion, centralized marketing resource Hatch, and G/O Digital, a one-stop shop for local businesses to connect with consumers through digital marketing. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions.
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information.