Freelance Part-Time Photojournalist

TEGNA Inc. Job Opportunity 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. Responsibilities: Use the latest editing and photography tools to tell great stories, including but not limited to Edius and Adobe Products Produce original content on-air and on all digital platforms that evoke emotion and tell compelling stories Write and post daily on all digital platforms including attaching images and streaming video. Must include Social Media Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories Contact sources and develop news stories. Cover breaking, general, sports, feature, investigative, and political news stories. Produce news stories that are unique and captivating Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideas Edit and post video and text content stories for website Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer Requirements: Current driver's license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field 1-3 years of experience preferred Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots Demonstrated social media proficiency, especially in the field, including an active news hound presence on Twitter and Facebook Member and active participant in NPPA preferred SNG experience Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills. Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable Understanding of the tenants of professional journalism Pay Range

$22 - $25 USD

Benefits: 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. EEO statement: 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 View email address on click.appcast.io Recruiting Fraud Alert: To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains. Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers. Nexstar Broadcasting