Visual Journalist & Story Teller

WCNC-TV

Category:
Media - Journalism - Newspaper

Position/Title:
Visual Journalist & Story Teller

Primary Industry:
Broadcasting - Radio - TV

Manage Others:
No

Details:
TEGNA Media is looking for highly skilled artistic photographers and editors who can create sharable and exciting content for television, social media and mobile. We want journalists 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 gathering tools and are able to participate in live performance on air and on live streaming when necessary.

In this role, you will:

Use the latest editing and photography tools to tell great stories.
Produce original content on-air and on all digital platforms that evoke emotion and tell
compelling stories.
Write and post daily on all digital platforms including attaching images and streaming video. Must include Social Media.
Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
Contact sources and develop news stories. Cover breaking, general, sports, feature, investigative, and political news stories.
Produce news stories that are unique and captivating.
Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideas.
Edit and post video and text content stories for website.
Develop news sources for general assignment and special areas of interest.
Operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations.
Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workplace.

Vacancy Type:
Full Time

Date Posted:
7/21/2016

Closing Date:
8/21/2016

City:
Charlotte

State:
North Carolina

URL:
http://www.wcnc.com

Experience:
2 Year(s)

Requirements:

Here’s what you need:

BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field
2-5 years of experience preferred
Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems
Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots
Demonstrated social media proficiency, especially in the field, including an active news hound presence on Twitter and Facebook
Member and active participant in NPPA preferred
SNG experience
Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills.
Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable
Understanding of the tenants of professional journalism
Knowledge of ENPS, Edius and Axis graphics
Organizational skills and the ability to work under constant time pressure deadlines
Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events

About TEGNA:

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA), formerly Gannett Co., Inc., is comprised of a dynamic portfolio of media and digital businesses that provide content that matters and brands that deliver. TEGNA reaches more than 90 million Americans and delivers highly relevant, useful and smart content, when and how people need it, to make the best decisions possible. TEGNA Media includes 46 television stations and is the largest independent station group of major network affiliates in the top 25 markets, reaching approximately one-third of all television households nationwide. TEGNA Digital is comprised of Cars.com, the leading online destination for automotive consumers, CareerBuilder, a global leader in human capital solutions, and other powerful brands such as G/O Digital and Cofactor. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information.

Contact Company:
Charlotte,NC

Contact E-Mail:
drobbins@wcnc.com

Contact Details:
Dan Robbins

Apply Online URL:
http://www.jobs.net/j/JuvtKpkF?idpartenaire=10101&jobdetails=true

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