Photojournalist
Photojournalist
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About TEGNA
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 than100 million people monthly across the web mobile apps streaming and linear television. Together we are building a sustainable future for local news.
CBS 8 San Diego (KFMB-TV) a TEGNA-owned CBS affiliate is looking for a highly skilled and creative Photojournalist to join our team. Were searching for a visual storyteller who is passionate about crafting compelling and engaging content across all platformsTV digital and social. Whether youre working independently or with a reporter you should be driven to find powerful visuals and bring stories to life with impact and originality.
Our ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments stays calm under pressure and is fluent in the latest tools techniques and trends in video journalism. Were looking for someone whos as comfortable going live from breaking news scenes as they are editing a feature story with depth and nuance.
Responsibilities:
- Capture video and audio elements to produce dynamic and engaging storiesnews sports features and longer-form contenton deadline.
- Operate ENG trucks and/or IP-based live transmission units (e.g. TVU or Dejero) when assigned.
- Cover stories solo or with a reporter depending on assignment.
- Participate in daily editorial meetings and pitch creative story ideas.
- Use innovative production techniquesincluding viewer content motion graphics and mobile-first approachesto enhance storytelling across platforms.
- Part Time/Temporary position from June 30 2025 - October 15 2025
Requirements:
- BA/BS in journalism communications or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
- 35 years of professional experience in a TV newsroom or similar setting.
- Strong non-linear editing skills (EDIUS knowledge preferred).
- Exceptional news judgment writing and photojournalism skills.
- Proven ability to generate compelling content-driven live shots.
- Familiarity with content management systems and digital publishing workflows.
- Must be flexible reliable and open to working varied shifts including nights weekends and holidays.
- Able to lift up to 40 lbs. (occasionally up to 80 lbs.) with or without accommodation.
- Valid drivers license and a clean driving record required; ability to safely operate news vehicles to and from assignment locations.
Pay Range
$32 - $34 USD
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 TEGNAs 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 doctors 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 areproud 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 disabilitiesin accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application please email
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Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.
Employment Type
Full Time
