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- Stations (News)
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- May 25, 2026
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Sports Photojournalist/Editor
at 12NewsNow
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 than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.
WXIA-TV-WATL (11Alive), the TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate in
Atlanta, is recruiting an experienced television Sports
Photojournalist/Editor to join our station. Atlanta is a booming
sports market, and we need someone who can dive into covering the Braves,
Falcons, Hawks, Dream, and Atlanta United. Oh, and don’t forget college
football! We cover four FBS programs: Georgia Bulldogs, Georgia Tech, Georgia
State, and Kennesaw State. Plus, huge global events like the 2026 FIFA World
Cup and Super Bowl LXII! The ideal candidate can create shareable and unique
content for television, social media, and mobile storytelling. We want a
photojournalist who can tell great stories on their own or with a team. You
must be familiar with the latest editing software, tools, and techniques, as
well as the latest photography tools and standards. You also must work quickly
in breaking news and tight deadline situations.
Responsibilities:
• Edit,
file and post a variety of video elements including voice-overs, packages, and
mobile storytelling videos.
• Operate non-linear edit systems, experience
with Edius and Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere & After Effects) is a plus.
• Contribute original sports story ideas
• Understand that sports are
about more than X’s and O’s — they’re about people, passion and community
• Must be able to travel on weekends to high-profile games
• Thrive
under pressure, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities across various
platforms
• Produce original content on-air and on all digital platforms
that evokes emotion and tell compelling stories.
• Use creative production
techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam
interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Develop sources for sports
stories.
• Operate news gathering vehicle to and from various locations.
• Perform other tasks as required by supervisor or executive producer
Requirements:
• At least 6 years of
news gathering experience preferred
• College degree preferred
•
Experience in editing, photojournalism, and content management systems -
preferably in a local TV news department environment.
• Experience with
live news gathering tools like TVU, Dejero
• Drone license, strongly
preferred
• Good driving record
• Must be flexible with schedule
•
Understanding of the tenets of professional journalism
• Knowledge in non-
linear editing systems
• Organizational skills and the ability to work
under constant time pressure deadlines
• Ability to calmly handle live,
breaking sports situations and changing events
• Familiarity with Atlanta
or a reason to locate here, 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 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
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