Visual Storyteller & Journalist [Remote]
Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. ABC10, the TEGNA-owned ABC affiliate station in Sacramento, CA, is looking for a Visual Storyteller/Photojournalist. This candidate must thrive working in a fast-paced environment, develop sources and story concepts, shoot, and edit stories on your own or with a member of the ABC10 team. Our ideal candidate is familiar with the latest video equipment to tell visual stories, editing tools, and techniques. Responsibilities: • Shoots and edits breaking news, general assignments, sports and feature stories for ABC10's broadcast and digital platforms • Be assigned to either work in a team or solo for daily news assignments, working collaboratively with the team to ensure the best content is gathered and published on all platforms • Must be open to working weekends and varying shifts • Ability to multi-task assignments while constantly monitoring quality control • Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories. • Operate live shots with TVU, Dejero, microwave or satellite truck • Knowledgeable in advanced lighting skills for broadcast • Contact sources and develop news stories • Attend editorial meetings, participate in discussions and suggest story ideas • Take still photographs • Safety consciousness and situational awareness on live shot locations and events Requirements: • BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field • 3-5 years of experience preferred • Clear understanding of the principles of journalism • Experience in photojournalism, editing, and content management systems • Demonstrated social media proficiency, including an active news gathering on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) • Demonstrated news judgment, writing skills, photography experience, and non-linear editing skills. • Must be flexible with schedule, reliable and dependable • Knowledge of ENPS, EDIUS, non-linear editing programs, and Axis graphics • Must have a valid driver's license, able to lift up to 40 lbs. and occasionally up to 80 lbs. with or without accommodation Pay Range $25 - $28 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 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. Note: Posting is subject to change so please refer to career site for latest availability (SBJ-G337). Apply tot his job