Photojournalist

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. KUSA , the TEGNA‑owned NBC affiliate in Denver, CO, is looking for a highly skilled artistic photographer and editor who can create shareable and exciting content for television, social media, streaming, and mobile. We want journalists who can tell great stories on their own or with a team – photographers who bring new ideas for the future of journalism. Our ideal candidates are familiar with the latest photography, editing tools, and techniques. They create unique and exciting content on all platforms. They are proficient with live news gathering tools and can participate in live performance on air and on live streaming when necessary.

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Responsibilities In this role, you will: Use the latest editing and photography tools to tell great stories, including but not limited to Edius. 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. Requirements Current driver’s license and ability to operate a news gathering vehicle to and from various locations. BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field. 2 or more 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 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. Must understand the tenets of professional journalism. Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines. Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations. Must be able to handle the physical demands of a photojournalist. The application deadline for this position is June 16, 2026. Salary $26.44 – 31.25 USD per hour. Benefits TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This includes two medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance. Our 401(k) program offers employees the opportunity to contribute 1 % – 80 % of their pay on a pre‑tax basis. Contributions up to the first 4 % of pay are eligible for a 100 % match from the company and are 100 % vested from day one. All employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments via Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions via Spring Health. We also offer a generous paid time‑off (PTO) benefit and nine paid holidays per year. Equal Employment Opportunity TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal‑opportunity employer. We hire and develop individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to 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 need an accommodation to submit your application, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Recruiting Fraud Alert Only TEGNA recruiters or hiring managers will reach out to you regarding your application. Communications with TEGNA employees will come from a TEGNA email address with domain tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains. Recruiters or hiring managers will never request payments or sensitive personal information such as social security numbers. #J-18808-Ljbffr TEGNA, Inc.