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💼 About This Role

You'll create compelling, multi-platform news stories for WBIR-TV, a TEGNA affiliate. Your core impact will be delivering authoritative live shots and in-depth reporting to a local audience. This role stands out for its emphasis on creative storytelling across all digital and broadcast platforms.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Perform authoritative, compelling live shots in breaking news.
• Develop story ideas and mine community for sources.
• Shoot, write, produce, and edit content across platforms.
• Use social media and digital tools to find and distribute content.

📋 Requirements

• 1-3 years of reporting experience preferred.
• Strong news judgment and communication skills.
• Proficiency with ENPS, EDIUS, and Axis graphics preferred.
• Ability to work under constant deadlines and handle breaking news.

✨ Nice to Have

• Knowledge of Knoxville area.
• Proven social and digital content creation ability.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 🏥 Medical Plans via Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.
• 💰 401(k) Match up to 4% with immediate vesting.
• 🏖️ Paid Time Off plus nine paid holidays.
• 📞 Teladoc free virtual doctor visits for all employees.
• 🧠 Spring Health 12 free annual therapy sessions.

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter Phone Screen· 30 min
2. 2Hiring Manager Interview· 45 min
3. 3Practical Assessment· 1 hour