Assoc.Producer, Atlanta & Co.

About TEGNA

TEGNA Inc. 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.

 

11Alive/WXIA-TV is seeking a full-time, experienced Associate Producer for Atlanta & Company—a locally produced, live, lifestyle sales integration show that brings daytime viewers an intimate look at the faces, places, and things that make metro Atlanta thrive. The successful candidate will serve a variety of production needs during live and taped productions. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Perform Floor Director and Camera duties during live and taped productions
•    Ability to effectively communicate with Producers and On-air Talent
•    Regular maintenance of studio facilities and remote equipment
•    Operate teleprompter as needed
•    Operate Jib and SteadiCam as needed
•    Shoot on-location field pieces and special shows as needed
•    Edit VOs, topical promos, and other production elements as needed
•    Assist in set and lighting configuration and maintenance on both studio and remote projects
•    Greet and escort clients/guests for in-studio segments; and handle all audio needs
•    Live in-studio shot coordination during broadcasts
•    Other duties as assigned by the Executive Producer


REQUIREMENTS:
•    1-3 years industry experience preferred, with a willingness to cross-train with Producers
•    Have high attention to detail to find and correct problems before they hit the air
•    Must be able to work quickly and efficiently under pressure and be able to juggle multiple tasks at once
•    Expertise with DMX lighting protocol preferred
•    Must be willing to learn CUEZ or similar news production software
•    Must be willing to learn Edius video editing software (or similar) and Adobe Photoshop
•    Proficient in, and actively using, social media channels, e.g., Facebook, X, Instagram.
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required
•    Must have the ability to work flexible hours as needed, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
•    Ability to lift and operate handheld/jib and studio cameras weighing 26+lbs. a must

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.