Part-Time Producer (Temporary)

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.

KGW , the NBC affiliate in Portland, OR is seeking an innovative Producer to shape our daily newscasts. We prioritize original storytelling and investigative journalism as key components of our newscasts to set our product apart in the Portland market. We value a collaborative, motivated journalist who works well within a team to bring the truth to our growing audiences across platforms, including streaming, broadcast and mobile. This position may involve morning or weekend shifts.

Craft stories of all lengths on all platforms for specific audiences.

Combine live pictures, graphics, compelling video, and emotional sound to create an engaging newscast.

Booth continuous coverage on our live streams for breaking news and community events.

Use data analytics to help shape the content of your show.

Advocate for underrepresented people, communities, and viewpoints to have a voice and presence in your show.

Bachelor’s degree preferred in journalism, communications, or related field or equivalent years of experience.

Minimum of 2 years of news content experience, preferably as a newscast producer.

Solid journalistic judgement and a news philosophy that emphasizes accurate, fair, and unique local content, along with community engagement.

Skills in producing engaging, content-driven newscasts and digital content.

Strong social media skills, including an active newshound presence on your preferred social platforms.

Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events.

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families.

Two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas

Access to dental and eye care coverage

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). 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.

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.

* For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

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. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.