Part-Time Temporary Photojournalist

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.

WXIA WATL-TV Atlanta , the TEGNA NBC/MNTV station in Atlanta is looking for a highly skilled artistic Photojournalist who can create shareable and exciting content for television, social media and mobile. We want a photojournalist who can tell great stories on their own or with a team.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-gatheringtools and are able to participate in live performance on-air and on live streaming when necessary.

Current driver's license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.

Passion for capturing video & audio elements that produce compelling and engaging news, sports, features and documentary-style stories in a daily deadline environment.

Operate an ENG truck or IP video-based live unit (TVU) when assigned.

Be assigned to either work in a team or solo for daily news assignments.

Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field preferred or equivalent years of experience

Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems

Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable

Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots

Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.

Understanding of the tenets of professional journalism

Knowledge of EDIUS, or any Non-Linear base editing system preferred.

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

with or without an accommodation

Current driver’s license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations

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; 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, 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.

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

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