Producer

TEGNA Inc. • Beaumont, TX

3h • Onsite

About The Position

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.
KBMT-KJAC, the Tegna dual ABC-NBC affiliate in Beaumont, Texas, is seeking a Producer to help take our streaming content and newscasts to a new level. We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about news, loves breaking news, and has a creative vision for crafting live programs. This person will work closely with the news team to create innovative, up-to-the-minute content that resonates with our viewers. This producer can develop and adapt content for production across all different channels, including linear, non-linear, web, podcast, social media, and digital products. The ideal candidate loves to collaborate, is familiar with the latest editing tools and techniques, and is ready to take on new challenges to help us continue to grow. You’ll work closely with our streaming products and help us continue to find new ways to reach our audience no matter what platform they are on.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Communications, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience producing digital video content in a newsroom environment is a plus.
• Experience in editing, and content management systems is a plus.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and trends.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, including flexible hours.
• Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.
• Understanding of the tenants of professional journalism
• Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines
• Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events
• Current driver’s license and ability to operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations

Responsibilities

• Gather editorial elements needed for stories, including social media newsgathering, research, and securing interviews.
• Contribute to the day’s editorial direction by pitching story ideas, exclusive reports, and interview opportunities.
• Participate in breaking news coverage and special projects.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using social media platforms for newsgathering, research, and content creation.
• Maintain a well-established network of contacts, including community organizations, business leaders, federal and local officials, and other media outlets.

Benefits

• Two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
• Access to dental and eye care coverage
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) program with company match
• Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc
• 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit
• Nine paid holidays per year

What This Job Offers

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