Position/Title:
Multi-Market Commercial Producer 1167
Category:
Media – Journalism – Newspaper
Details:
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) serves local communities across the U.S. through trustworthy journalism, engaging content, and tools that help people navigate their daily lives. Through customized marketing solutions, we help businesses grow and thrive. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches approximately 100 million people every month across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. For more information, visit TEGNA.com.
The Multi-Market Commercial Producer is responsible for leading and managing the production of commercial content from concept through completion for a range of clients. This role involves working closely with clients to understand their vision and needs, overseeing project development, managing budgets, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality productions on time and within budget.
Responsibilities:
- Client Management:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the commercial production process.
- Collaborate with clients to understand their goals and needs for commercial production.
- Provide creative direction and guidance to ensure the final product aligns with client objectives.
- Videography & Photography:
- Plan, set up, and execute video shoots for commercials and branded content, ensuring top-notch quality and creativity.
- Capture high-quality still images as needed for projects or client campaigns.
- Operate a range of professional cameras, lighting, and other production equipment.
- Project Planning & Development:
- Develop and present creative concepts, storyboards, scripts, and production strategies.
- Create and manage project timelines, budgets, and production schedules to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
- Work with internal teams, freelancers, and contractors as needed for project execution.
- Production Execution:
- Ability to shoot all aspects of video and content production, including pre-production, shooting, post-production, and final delivery.
- Monitor shoots, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with all legal, safety, and quality standards.
- Ability to edit all aspects of video.
- Budget Management:
- Prepare and manage production budgets, including cost estimations, negotiations with vendors, and budget reconciliation.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficient resource allocation.
- Creative Direction:
- Provide input on creative elements, such as visuals, graphics, animations, and other components to achieve a high-impact commercial product.
- Ensure all content meets brand standards and reflects the client’s vision and objectives.
- Post-Production Supervision:
- Oversee editing, audio, color grading, and any special effects work.
- Ensure the final product meets client expectations and maintains high production values.
- Facilitate client reviews and make necessary revisions based on feedback.
- Collaboration & Communication:
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and creative teams to align on project goals and client needs.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Equipment Management:
- Maintain, transport, and set up production equipment, including cameras, lighting, and sound equipment.
- Ensure all equipment is in working order, perform regular maintenance checks, and troubleshoot any technical issues during shoots.
- Stay updated on new gear, tools, and technology that can enhance production quality.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3+ years of experience in commercial production, video production, or related roles.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating successful commercial productions for clients.
- Excellent project management and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in video production tools and software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, After Effects).
- Exceptional communication and client relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of industry trends and an eye for innovative content.
- Experience working with clients from various industries is preferred (e.g., retail, home services, healthcare, legal)
- Familiarity with digital marketing and social media video production is preferred.
- Experience in scripting, directing, shooting, and editing preferred.
Benefits:
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.co
Recruiting Fraud Alert:
To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains.
Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers. If you are unsure if a message is from TEGNA, please email askhr@tegna.com.
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Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
12/9/2024
Closing Date:
2/7/2025
Contact:
www.tegna.com/explore-careers
Apply Online URL:
https://www.tegna.com/explore-careers
Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position/Title:
Chief Meteorologist-1009
Category:
Media – Journalism – Newspaper
Details:
About 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.
WTLV/WJXX-TV, First Coast News, On Your Side, a TEGNA-owned ABC/NBC affiliate in Jacksonville/Orange Park, FL, is seeking a seasoned and dynamic Chief Meteorologist to lead Jacksonville’s Most Accurate Weather Team. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with comprehensive expertise in meteorology, including forecasting, graphic preparation, field reporting, and multi-platform coverage. This role requires a passion for leadership and mentorship, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment. The Chief Meteorologist will deliver accurate and compelling forecasts, focus on severe weather and hurricane coverage, drive community involvement, and implement cutting-edge technologies for enhanced weather storytelling.
Responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with the News Director to develop and implement a strategic vision for weather coverage.
- Engaging Weathercasts: Produce and deliver daily, captivating weathercasts for on-air and digital audiences.
- Team Supervision: Oversee weather team operations, including scheduling and performance management.
- Audience Interaction: Engage with viewers across multiple platforms, especially during severe weather events.
- Recruitment and Hiring: Assist the News Director in recruiting and hiring talented weather team members.
- Mentorship: Provide regular coaching and feedback to develop the weather team’s skills and performance.
- Severe Weather Planning: Work with the News Director and Managers to create comprehensive severe weather coverage plans.
- Content Creation: Develop and pitch original weather content for diverse platforms.
- Technology Integration: Lead the integration of new graphics and technological advancements.
- Community Engagement: Participate in community outreach and station appearances as needed.
- Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned by the News Director.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology; AMS Certification
- Minimum 7 years of on-air experience
- Demonstrated leadership experience
- Strong communication skills (written/oral)
- Ability to work under pressure while meeting daily assigned deadlines
- Applicable knowledge of multiplatform newsgathering tools and resources
- Fluent with social media platforms and social management tools, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube.
Benefits:
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
Recruiting Fraud Alert:
To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains.
Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers. If you are unsure if a message is from TEGNA, please email askhr@tegna.com.
Privacy Notice for California Residents
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
11/14/2024
Closing Date:
1/13/2025
Contact:
www.tegna.com/explore-careers
Apply Online URL:
https://www.tegna.com/explore-careers
Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position/Title:
News Producer #649
Category:
Media – Journalism – Newspaper
Details:
WTLV/WJXX-TV First Coast News, On Your Side, the TEGNA-owned affiliate in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an innovative News Producer to shape our daily newscasts. At First Coast News, we build creative shows that engage, educate and inform our audiences.?We prioritize original storytelling and investigative journalism as key components of our newscasts to set our product apart in the Jacksonville market. We value a collaborative, motivated journalist who works well within a team to bring the truth to our growing audiences across platforms, starting with our streaming and broadcast services. We want your authentic personality to drive your storytelling and writing in an exciting and captivating manner to hold the audience.
Responsibilities:
- Use your natural curiosity to pitch compelling stories.
- Show off your creativity and storytelling skills.
- Craft stories of all lengths on all platforms for specific audiences.
- Meet daily deadlines.
- Combine live pictures, graphics, compelling video and emotional sound to create an engaging experience for our audience.
- Booth continuous coverage on our live streams for breaking news and community events.
- Consistently try new things after thoughtful discussion with supervisors.
- Allow the impactful and emotional conversations the community needs to drive the content in your rundown.
- Use data analytics to help shape the content of your show.
- Challenge traditional ways of doing things.
- Advocate for underrepresented people, communities and viewpoints to have a voice and presence in your show.
Requirements:
- 2-5 years of news content experience.
- Top-notch communication skills are an absolute must.
- Solid journalistic judgement and a news philosophy that emphasizes accurate, fair and unique local content, along with 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 hound presence on your preferred social platforms.?
- Organizational skills and the ability to work under time pressure deadlines.
- Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and changing events.?
- ENPS and Edius system experience preferred.
Benefits:
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.
About 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.
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
Privacy Notice for California Residents
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
7/30/2024
Closing Date:
9/28/2024
City:
Jacksonville
State:
Florida
Contact:
www.tegna.com/explore-careers
Apply Online URL:
https://www.tegna.com/explore-careers
Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position/Title:
Account Manager (Temporary/Part-time) #673
Category:
Media – Journalism – Newspaper
Details:
First Coast News, WTLV NBC12 and WJXX ABC25, a TEGNA company, is looking for an Account Manager (AM) to work Temporary / Part-time with our sales team managing the ad solutions that are sold by Account Executives (AEs). The Account Manager becomes a key point of contact for our clients and coordinates the full efforts of all the internal team members involved in the fulfillment & execution process to help our clients achieve desired business results and receive a strong ROI. Join a local media organization known for award-winning journalism, excellence in innovation and a great workplace culture on the First Coast of NE Florida and SE Georgia.
Responsibilities:
- Daily interaction with existing agency and direct client business; this responsibility includes management and stewardship of client schedules on television, streaming and online, regular tracking of client audience delivery using Nielsen or Comscore television ratings and digital metrics, merchandising the station, and providing a high level of customer service.
- Prepares pre-sale material including TV avail (package, sports, specials) and digital avails (impression estimates and digital solutions requests), and any other recommendations for recurring business.
- Demonstrates proof of performance for customer campaigns. This includes production, providing clients with broadcast posts, digital & attribution recaps – (Retrieve campaign performance reports from the TMS Unified and TEGNA Attribution dashboards and reviewed for accuracy by Account Manager)
- Partners with designated Account Executives with maintenance of contracts, make-goods, renewals and overall customer service
- Works with Account Executives to prepare and sell through make-goods. Resolves scheduling issues and program changes.
- Works with all departments in the station to fulfill sponsorships and promotions.
- Facilitates execution of campaigns sold by designated Account Executives. This includes ensuring all digital campaigns are executed on-time, accurately booked and trafficked, and regularly monitored to ensure successful delivery
- Works with Traffic Department as necessary to facilitate accurate scheduling of customers’ traffic.
- Understands TEGNA and station’s products, processes, and services in order to articulate to clients, when appropriate.
- Sets up new customer accounts, contracts, order entry, and revisions accurately.
- Participate in local and corporate training sessions.
- Works with AEs so understand each campaign’s designated goals and deliverables and tracks progress throughout the campaign. Uses this knowledge to communicate with AE and management for to keep campaigns on track and create materials to help AE communicate successful campaigns back to clients.
- Self-motivation and willingness to work as a team player are essential attributes. Creativity, flexibility, and ability to change with our industry are also keys to success.
- Other duties as assigned to further client success, create business, and fulfil campaigns.
Requirements:
- Experience with Wide Orbit Traffic is a must
- A college degree is preferred, previous experience as a Sales Assistant is a plus
- Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
- Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
- Ability to work effectively and independently as part of a team
- Ability to effectively communicate directly with clients
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and extremely computer literate, Wide Orbit (or similar traffic and media software) experience a plus
- Strong verbal and visual communication of research information
- Life-long learner who can adapt to new software programs and research tools
- Understanding of the role attribution plays in sales and marketing
- Must be willing to work on site in Jacksonville, FL
Benefits:
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 receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician for themselves and each of their family members through Spring Health.
TEGNA’s Paid Time Off (PTO) program begins with 15 days of PTO for full-time employees, and nine paid holidays.
*Union employees should refer to their collective bargaining agreement for details specific to their benefits.
About 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.
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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Vacancy Type:
Part Time
Date Posted:
7/24/2024
Closing Date:
9/22/2024
Contact:
www.tegna.com/explore-careers
Apply Online URL:
https://www.tegna.com/explore-careers
Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position/Title:
Assignment Desk Editor
Category:
Media – Journalism – Newspaper
Details:
WTLV/WJXX First Coast News, On Your Side is recruiting an Assignment Desk Editor? who is passionate about local news, loves chasing and developing stories and has solid news judgement.
The ideal candidate?will?have experience newsgathering, deploying crews and strong copy-editing skills.
This person will join a combined assignment desk and digital team that manages newsroom assignments and oversees the quality of First Coast News content across all platforms.
Responsibilities:
- Produce audience first, engaging content through digital articles, videos, photo galleries, social media, push alerts, live streams and interactive elements
- Gather and share story updates, tips and information internally
- Review and respond to news releases, news tips, emails, user-generated content and social media messages to identify unique, local and engaging content
- Do all necessary reporting efforts to turn information into digital content, such as make calls, get pictures or video to support a story, research and confirm information, etc.?
- Focus on accuracy and balance in stories through editing and working with reporters
- Work with urgency to publish and broadcast breaking news and update as needed
- Be a leader in editorial meetings and conversations, including pitching stories
- Use digital and social analytics to inform editorial decisions
- Monitor social media for breaking news, find interesting stories, track trends and report findings to newsroom
- Work with digital managers, newsroom leaders and all producers to coordinate the development and distribution of content across all editorial platforms
- Collaborate with other TEGNA stations, CBS affiliates and other partners to search trending content and publish compelling stories, photos and video from our corporate network across web, mobile and social media platforms
Requirements:
- 1-3 years of experience on an assignment desk or digital team preferred
- Understanding 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
- Experience with content management systems
- Knowledge of Google Analytics, Sharablee, Edius or ENPS a plus
- Strong social media skills, including an active news hound presence on Twitter and Facebook
- Basic image and video editing skills preferred
- Knowledge of the AP Stylebook preferred
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekend, night and holiday shifts
- Familiarity with Tampa/St. Pete and/or a reason to relocate here will make your application stand out. Please mention in your cover letter.
Benefits:
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 receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician for themselves and each of their family members through Spring Health.
TEGNA’s Paid Time Off (PTO) program begins with 15 days of PTO for full-time employees, and nine paid holidays.
*Union employees should refer to their collective bargaining agreement for details specific to their benefits.
About 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.
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
Privacy Notice for California Residents
Vacancy Type:
Full Time
Date Posted:
7/11/2024
Closing Date:
9/9/2024
Contact:
www.tegna.com/explore-careers
Apply Online URL:
https://www.tegna.com/explore-careers
Job posted by an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Position/Title:
Writer
Job Summary
The Black and Missing Foundation is seeking a talented writer to join its team in crafting compelling content for various platforms. As a key member of the communications department, the writer will be responsible for creating op-eds, press releases, media advisories, newsletters, and blog posts that raise awareness about missing persons of color. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in journalism or communications, with a passion for storytelling and advocacy. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by amplifying the voices of marginalized communities and shedding light on cases that often go unnoticed. If you are a skilled writer with a commitment to social justice, we invite you to apply and help us bring attention to those who need it most.
Responsibilities
- Craft engaging and impactful op-eds, press releases, media advisories, newsletters, and blog posts to raise awareness about missing persons of color
- Collaborate with the communications team to develop content strategies that resonate with diverse audiences
- Conduct research on relevant topics and stay updated on current events related to missing persons
- Ensure all written content adheres to the organization’s tone, messaging, and brand guidelines
- Interview subject matter experts, families of missing individuals, and community members to gather compelling stories and information
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborate with graphic designers, photographers, and videographers to create multimedia content that complements written pieces
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a concentration in public relations, communications or journalism
- 1-3 years of relevant experience, and/or agency experience
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks effectively
- Travel as need for press events
A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
The Black and Missing Foundation is an EO employer.
Position/Title:
Media Relations Coordinator
Job Summary
As the Media Relations Coordinator at the Black and Missing Foundation, you will have a pivotal role in raising awareness about missing individuals of color. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in communications, public relations, or journalism, coupled with a strong sense of empathy and compassion for the families we support. This part-time position involves amplifying the foundation’s message and securing media coverage for the families we assist. Key duties include arranging interviews, managing inquiries, monitoring coverage, releasing statements, and building journalist relationships. If you are a dynamic communicator with a passion for advocacy, we welcome you to join our committed team.
Responsibilities
- Pitch stories to and develop relationships with journalists and media outlets to increase coverage of missing persons of color, ensuring their stories receive the attention they deserve
- Coordinate media interviews for BAMFI representatives and the families we serve
- Respond to media inquiries in a timely and professional manner
- Distribute press releases and media advisories
- Monitor media coverage for relevant news and trends related to missing persons of color, keeping the organization informed and prepared to respond as needed
- Maintain a media contact database and track outreach efforts to ensure effective communication with journalists and influencers covering issues related to missing persons of color
- Evaluate the impact of media relations efforts through Coverage Book, tracking metrics such as media impressions, audience reach, and engagement to inform future communication strategies
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a concentration in public relations, communications or journalism
- 1-3 years of relevant experience, and/or agency experience
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks effectively
- Travel as need for press events
A pre-employment background check will be conducted as part of the selection process.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
The Black and Missing Foundation is an EO employer.