Freelance Producer

5 days ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States TEGNA Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year
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.

WUSA9 TV in Washington, D.C. is looking for a freelance news producer to join our team. We want a curious, creative, and ambitious producer who can bring energy and urgency to our newscasts, helping inform and impact audiences in one of the nation's top markets.

Our freelance producers craft interesting and informative shows with strong video, compelling graphics, conversational writing, and innovative storytelling formats.

Responsibilities:

What You'll Do

  • Build, stack, and produce dynamic newscasts with clear vision and attention to detail.
  • Write crisp, conversational copy under tight deadlines.
  • Use creative production techniques—including graphics, editing, and innovative media—to elevate stories.
  • Collaborate closely with anchors, reporters, photojournalists, editors, and production staff.
  • Make smart editorial calls, especially in breaking news situations.
  • Ensure the newscast aligns with newsroom goals and connects with our audience across all platforms.

Requirements:

  • BA/BS in journalism, communications, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • At least 3 years' experience producing or line producing live newscasts.
  • Strong editorial judgment and breaking news experience.
  • Excellent writing skills with an ability to produce clean, concise, and accurate scripts.
  • Knowledge of ENPS and Edius preferred.
  • Ability to thrive under deadline pressure and adapt to fast-changing situations.
  • Strong social media awareness and ability to integrate digital content into broadcasts.

Details

  • Freelance role
  • Must be available to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • On-site in Washington, D.C.
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

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