Production Coordinator TEGNA

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 than100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. WXIATV, the TEGNA-owned affiliate in Atlanta, GA is seeking an innovative, tech-minded Production Coordinator to shape our daily newscasts. You’ll build & execute shows that engage, educate and inform our audiences.We value a collaborative, motivated multi-skilled journalist who works well within a team to bring the truth to our growing audiences across platforms, starting with our streaming and broadcast services. We want your authentic personality to drive your storytelling and writing in an exciting and captivating manner to hold the audience. Responsibilities: Use your natural curiosity to pitch compelling stories, while leading the entire newscast process from ideation to execution. Craft and produce stories across platforms for diverse audiences, emphasizing quality, accuracy, and engagement. Build comprehensive rundowns with compelling stories, while also selecting your own production elements giving you full control of your show’s look and feel. Collaborate with newsroom leadership, production lead, and other producers to ensure editorial consistency and technical quality. Lead continuous, live coverage of breaking news and community events. Innovate in show design and storytelling, trying new approaches with guidance from supervisors. Apply data analytics to shape content and boost engagement. Commit to inclusive storytelling by amplifying underrepresented voices in the community. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred. 1-3 years of news content experience, ideally with experience in show production. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple aspects of newscast production under tight deadlines. Excellent communication skills for coordinating within the newsroom and adapting plans in high-pressure, live situations. Ability to maintain composure and adaptability during breaking news and high-stakes events. Proficiency in news production tools preferred, with a willingness to learn new systems for production coding and show direction. Knowledge of vMix, Edius, or similar production platforms is beneficial but not required. A collaborative, growth-focused approach to leadership that aligns with the station’s commitment to innovation and community engagement. #J-18808-Ljbffr