Texas Association of Broadcasters
Investigative Photographer-798
Texas Association of Broadcasters, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
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Media - Journalism - NewspaperPosition/Title:
Investigative Photographer-798About TEGNA:TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.At
WFAA , TEGNA’s ABC affiliate in Dallas, TX, we’re looking for a highly-skilled and creative
Investigative Visual Photojournalist
to join our award-winning Investigative Team. The journalist we’re looking for understands how to use the best tools to tell complex stories, sometimes with challenging visual options. The right candidate will also show a willingness to break the mold with visual storytelling.Investigative experience is important. This photojournalist needs to know how to best elevate both short-term and long-term investigative projects on issues that impact our communities. The successful candidate must be eager to tell powerful stories with a team by capturing creative video & audio elements for these stories in a deadline environment. This candidate should also be a skilled editor with sharp post-production skills including motion graphics design.Our photojournalism is rooted in storytelling, and we pride ourselves on driving change in the industry. WFAA took home the NPPA Large Market Station of the Year honor five of the last seven years and we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality. Our reputation has been built on dedication to our mission both journalistically and in service to the community we live in – our people are passionately involved.We are a collaborative newsroom. Any candidate should enjoy being part of a team and believe in the mission of investigative journalism to help people, get to the truth and hold the powerful accountable.Responsibilities:
Operates within the highest standards of journalistic integrityPassion for capturing video & audio elements that produce compelling and engaging investigations for audiences on all platformsEdit stories with Adobe Premiere and After Effects with ability to adapt to other editing platforms as neededDSLR and Sony FS series camera experience preferredInvestigative photography and storytelling experience preferredFAA licensed drone pilot is a plusAbility to collaborate with reporters and producers or work independently and develop a vision for storiesAbility to operate live remote equipmentFamiliarity with all distribution platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Internet, etc.Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideasExcellent organizational skillsFill in as needed for general assignment needsRequirements:
BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field3-5 years of experience as a TV photojournalist and news editor preferredInvestigative experience in broadcast journalismMust help promote a culture of innovative storytellingMust be a positive contributor and collaboratorAdvance storytelling experience requiredMust be able to tell the news story creatively with strong audio and visual skillsMust be able to make quick decisions while working under pressured deadlinesMust be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable, with ability to travel with short noticeActive member of the National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) preferredStrong computer skills in a mobile environment requiredMust have a valid driver's license, able to lift up to 40 lbs. and occasionally up to 80 lbs. with or without an accommodationBenefits: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.
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Media - Journalism - NewspaperPosition/Title:
Investigative Photographer-798About TEGNA:TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.At
WFAA , TEGNA’s ABC affiliate in Dallas, TX, we’re looking for a highly-skilled and creative
Investigative Visual Photojournalist
to join our award-winning Investigative Team. The journalist we’re looking for understands how to use the best tools to tell complex stories, sometimes with challenging visual options. The right candidate will also show a willingness to break the mold with visual storytelling.Investigative experience is important. This photojournalist needs to know how to best elevate both short-term and long-term investigative projects on issues that impact our communities. The successful candidate must be eager to tell powerful stories with a team by capturing creative video & audio elements for these stories in a deadline environment. This candidate should also be a skilled editor with sharp post-production skills including motion graphics design.Our photojournalism is rooted in storytelling, and we pride ourselves on driving change in the industry. WFAA took home the NPPA Large Market Station of the Year honor five of the last seven years and we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality. Our reputation has been built on dedication to our mission both journalistically and in service to the community we live in – our people are passionately involved.We are a collaborative newsroom. Any candidate should enjoy being part of a team and believe in the mission of investigative journalism to help people, get to the truth and hold the powerful accountable.Responsibilities:
Operates within the highest standards of journalistic integrityPassion for capturing video & audio elements that produce compelling and engaging investigations for audiences on all platformsEdit stories with Adobe Premiere and After Effects with ability to adapt to other editing platforms as neededDSLR and Sony FS series camera experience preferredInvestigative photography and storytelling experience preferredFAA licensed drone pilot is a plusAbility to collaborate with reporters and producers or work independently and develop a vision for storiesAbility to operate live remote equipmentFamiliarity with all distribution platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Internet, etc.Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions, and suggest story ideasExcellent organizational skillsFill in as needed for general assignment needsRequirements:
BA/BS in journalism, communications or related field3-5 years of experience as a TV photojournalist and news editor preferredInvestigative experience in broadcast journalismMust help promote a culture of innovative storytellingMust be a positive contributor and collaboratorAdvance storytelling experience requiredMust be able to tell the news story creatively with strong audio and visual skillsMust be able to make quick decisions while working under pressured deadlinesMust be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable, with ability to travel with short noticeActive member of the National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) preferredStrong computer skills in a mobile environment requiredMust have a valid driver's license, able to lift up to 40 lbs. and occasionally up to 80 lbs. with or without an accommodationBenefits: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.
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