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.
WFAA is looking for a cross-platform editor to join our team.
The ideal candidate local television newsroom experience with workflows and processes with editing of video, graphics and motion. This person is also a forward thinker and wants to play a vital role in streaming and digital platforms. It is important to be proficient at creating captivating and shareable content for television, streaming, social media, and mobile platforms.
You must be a self-starter who is technologically savvy and can work under tight deadlines.
We are looking for individuals who possess a keen artistic eye, a deep understanding of editing and photography techniques, and a passion for storytelling.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS degree preferred
• Knowledge of non-linear editing systems using Edius, Premiere, and Photoshop
• Belief and commitment to ethical standards of journalism
• Deep interest content creation digital and social platforms
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under deadline pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be deadline-oriented, maintaining quality while staying on tight schedules
• Must be able to work early mornings, nights and weekends

• Work with Executive Producers and Digital leadership to support needs of linear, streaming, digital and social
• Use editing tools to create content for Newscast and Digital platforms.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Work closely with news producers, reporters, photojournalists and the digital team.
• Comfortable with Adobe and other high end editing software
• Familiarity with digital content management systems a plus