Photographer/Photojournalist

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.

12News (KPNX-TV, NBC) in Phoenix is looking for a highly skilled Photojournalist to join our news team. We are seeking artistic photographers and editors who can create shareable and exciting content for television, social media, and mobile. 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 newsgathering tools and are able to speak live on-air or online when necessary.

Responsibilities Use Eduis video editing software.

Use photography tools to tell great stories.

Produce original content on-air and on all digital platforms that evoke emotion and tell compelling stories.

Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) Contact sources and develop news stories. Cover breaking, general, sports, feature, investigative, and political news stories. Produce news stories that are unique and captivating.

Ability to shoot and edit multiple camera interviews.

Edit and post video and text content stories for the website.

Develop news sources for general assignment and specialized areas of interest.

Operate news gathering vehicles to and from various locations.

Qualifications BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field

Knowledge of non-linear editing systems, Edius experience a plus

Proven ability to generate creative, engaging, content-driven live shots.

Skills in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and After Effects a plus

Demonstrated news judgment with an understanding of the tenets of professional journalism.

Benefits TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, access to dental and eye care coverage; disability and life insurance; nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with Teladoc; and Paid Time Off (PTO) plus nine paid holidays per year.

* For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

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 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 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 View email address on click.appcast.io.