Production Lead

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the transformation of visual products across streaming and broadcast platforms
• Serve as the technical lead for news production and operations to ensure seamless daily broadcasts
• Plan and oversee technical requirements for special events and breaking news coverage
• Collaborate with engineering to optimize streaming systems for production needs
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency and quality
• Direct camera angles, lighting, and set arrangements to create compelling content
• Lead continuous, live coverage of breaking news and community events
• Apply data analytics to shape content and boost audience engagement

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred
• 5+ years of television broadcast experience preferred
• Proficiency in news production tools, including vMix, audio mixers, and studio lighting
• Experience with teleprompter systems, robotic studio cameras, and graphics systems
• Experience with elections software
• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Ability to work a 24/7/365 schedule in a high-pressure, live environment

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and eye care coverage
• 401(k) program with company match up to 4%
• Access to virtual doctor appointments via Teladoc
• 12 free annual therapy sessions through Spring Health
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and nine paid holidays per year

About the Company

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.