Newscast Producer

TEGNA Inc. • Washington, DC

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About The Position

WUSA-TV Washington, TEGNA’s CBS affiliate in Washington, is seeking an innovative Producer to shape daily newscasts that engage, educate, and inform audiences. The newsroom prioritizes original storytelling and investigative journalism, and seeks a collaborative, motivated journalist who can bring authentic personality and captivating writing to stories for streaming and broadcast audiences across platforms. The role uses modern tools and workflows and emphasizes community engagement, accuracy, fairness, and inclusive coverage.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of news content experience.
• Top-notch communication skills.
• Solid journalistic judgment and a news philosophy emphasizing accurate, fair, unique local content and community engagement.
• Understanding of the tenets of professional journalism.
• Skills in producing engaging, content-driven newscasts and digital content.
• Strong social media skills, including an active news presence on preferred social platforms.
• Organizational skills and ability to work under time pressure and deadlines.
• Ability to calmly handle live breaking-news situations and changing events.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience (degree preferred).
• Experience with ENPS and Edius systems.

Responsibilities

• Pitch compelling stories using natural curiosity.
• Use creativity and storytelling skills to craft stories of varied lengths for different platforms and audiences.
• Meet daily deadlines.
• Combine live pictures, graphics, compelling video, and emotional sound to create an engaging audience experience.
• Booth continuous coverage on live streams for breaking news and community events.
• Try new approaches after thoughtful discussion with supervisors.
• Use impactful and emotional community conversations to guide rundown content.
• Use data analytics to help shape show content.
• Challenge traditional ways of doing things.
• Ensure all communities and viewpoints have a voice and presence in the show.

Benefits

• Two medical plan options for full- and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.
• Dental and eye care coverage.
• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) contributions, with company matching up to the first 4% of pay; company match is 100% vested from day one.
• Nine free virtual doctor appointments annually for employees and eligible family members, regardless of medical-plan participation.
• Twelve free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician for employees and eligible family members.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Nine paid holidays per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level