Newscast Producer at TEGNA Inc.

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jan, 26

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

27 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Editorial Judgement, News Production, Breaking News Coverage, Digital Content Production, Social Media Skills, Research Skills, Story Writing, Collaboration, Creativity, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Communication Skills, AI Tools, Edius, Axis Graphics, ENPS

Industry

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Description

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 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-TV, the TEGNA owned NBC affiliate in Denver, CO is looking for a Morning Show Producer to bring urgency, context and passion to our morning newscasts. We’re on the hunt for a news junkie, committed to delivering top-notch content to the audience across platforms. This producer has proven editorial judgement and the ability to make quick decisions when important news breaks. The ideal candidate will be excited to showcase a variety of stories to create a balanced, engaging and informative show. A positive attitude, desire to collaborate and openness to feedback are must-haves. Editorial Mission Statement 9NEWS produces accurate, relevant news content across platforms, empowering people to make informed decisions for themselves and their families. 9NEWS is a brave space for journalists to pursue their purpose, find and tell truths, listen and amplify Colorado's diverse voices, and filter out disinformation to create understanding, accountability, enlightenment, and empathy. The core values of 9NEWS are bravery, integrity, passion, curiosity, and inclusivity. Responsibilities: Craft compelling newscasts that embrace breaking news, enterprise content, emotion, and showcasing Work directly with Executive Producer & news leaders to consistently build a high-quality news show Be a leader in the newsroom Demonstrate strong news judgement and understand the basics of journalism Booth continuous coverage on broadcast and live streams for breaking news, weather coverage, and community events React to breaking news and manage the newscast’s timing Produce unique content for multi-platforms, including broadcast and digital • Use our extensive toolkit along with your own creative production techniques to enhance stories • Advocate for underrepresented people, communities and viewpoints to have a voice and presence in your show • Write in an exciting, accurate, and creative way • Enterprise news stories • Research stories to ensure they are factual and ascertain sources’ credibility • Use AI, social media and digital tools to research, discover, and produce content • Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer Requirements: College degree in journalism, communications or something similar 2+ years full-time newscast producing experience Skills in producing engaging, content-driven newscasts and digital content • Strong social media skills to deliver content and listen for ideas • Knowledge of ENPS, Edius, and Axis graphics a plus • Organizational skills and the ability to work under time pressure deadlines • Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events • Shifts could include overnight hours, holidays and weekends. Pay Range $60,000—$70,000 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. * Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union. 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 askhr@tegna.com 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. Privacy Notice for California Residents SMS Messaging Privacy Policy

Responsibilities

The producer will craft compelling newscasts that embrace breaking news and enterprise content while working closely with the Executive Producer and news leaders. They will also manage the newscast's timing and react to breaking news situations.