KFMB-TV, CBS 8, TEGNA's CBS station in San Diego, is looking for a Part-Time Multi-Platform Producer to join the CBS8 content team to create digital content, write for and produce newscasts as assigned, and serve as an assignment editor. In this crucial role, this candidate will work to forward our station’s news gathering operation by fielding, sourcing, confirming and writing information for each of CBS 8's platforms, whether digital or linear. Our team is looking for a self-starting journalist who is eager to discover and break the next big story in the market.
Ideal candidates should be curious about the world around them, have sound news judgement, understand the ingredients needed for a great character-driven story and have strong people skills. A successful candidate will be able to multi-task, react calmly and competently to breaking news, and showcase strong news writing and copy-editing skills. Qualified candidates will also have expert social media skills and can mine the internet to find and develop stories that have impact. Knowledge of the San Diego area and the ability to develop sources and contacts will aid success.
Salary Range:
$25 - $30/hr DOE
Responsibilities:
- Source, confirm, and disseminate information necessary for the news operation
- Discover unique stories and angles to cover across all platforms.
- Write and post stories to all CBS 8 online Digital-Mobile-Social platforms
- Write stories for newscasts
- Produce newscasts as assigned
- Report news as it happens with strong breaking news skills and generate web traffic through application of advanced social media and SEO skills
- Monitor news releases, Facebook, X, Instagram, Reddit and other online news sources to find stories relevant to the San Diego audience.
- Work with on-air reporters to support research and data collection for stories
- Coordinate multiple crews and breaking stories simultaneously
- Research stories for facts and credibility
- Develop contacts and sources to be used in newsgathering operations
- Organize press releases and maintain relationships with public relations representatives
- Perform other tasks as required by newsroom management team
Requirements:
- BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field experience
- Excellent AP writing (stories, social, push notifications, editing, and proofreading skills)
- Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Calmly and confidently multi-task under tight deadlines
- Ability to handle live, breaking news situations and rapidly changing events
- Previous newsroom experience preferred
- Sound understanding of the tenants of professional journalism
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of AP ENPS a plus
- Knowledge of the legal process and court systems a plus
- Non-linear editing skills a plus
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 receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician for themselves and each of their family members through Spring Health.
TEGNA’s Paid Time Off (PTO) program begins with 15 days of PTO for full-time employees, and nine paid holidays.
*Union employees should refer to their collective bargaining agreement for details specific to their benefits.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.
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
