About the Role
WGRZ-TV Buffalo, the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in Buffalo is seeking an innovative Producer to shape our daily newscasts. At WGRZ-TV Buffalo, 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 Buffalo 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.
COMPENSATION: $22.50-$22.83
Requirements
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.
Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred in journalism, communications or related field or equivalent years of experience.
1-3 years of news content experience.
Top-notch communication skills are an absolute must.
About the Company
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