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TEGNA · 5 months ago

Investigative Multi-Skilled Journalist

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$33.65/hr - $38.46/hr

3+ years exp

TEGNA Inc. is a media company that provides trusted local news and services. They are looking for an experienced Investigative Multi-Skilled Journalist to join their Special Projects team, focusing on producing impactful investigative stories across various platforms.

AdvertisingBroadcastingMarketingMedia and EntertainmentTV

Responsibilities

Pitch, develop, and produce both short- and long-term investigative and enterprise stories

Dig deep into complex issues, find untold angles, and uncover what others miss

Use open records laws, data analysis, and innovative research methods to drive reporting

Build and maintain strong source networks across our coverage area

Write and deliver stories in a clear, compelling, and authentic voice across TV, digital, social, and streaming platforms

Shoot and edit high-quality visual content using the latest gear and editing tools

Create content that’s not only informative but highly shareable and impactful

Enhance storytelling with graphics, data visualizations, social media elements, and user-generated content

Collaborate with producers, editors, photographers, and digital staff to maximize storytelling potential

Contribute to story development meetings and help shape the direction of ongoing coverage

Help cover breaking news as needed

Qualification

Investigative journalismData analysisStorytellingOpen records toolsAdobe PremiereDigital-first mindsetBilingual (English & Spanish)CommunicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field

3–5+ years of investigative journalism experience preferred

Experience using open records tools (FOIA/CPRA), PACER, LexisNexis, and public databases

Must be a strong storyteller with the ability to make the complicated understandable

Clear, compelling writing style adaptable for multiple platforms

Must be able to use all available tools to enhance stories, including AI

Digital-first mindset with strong understanding of social platforms and audience engagement

Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere is a plus

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Calm and confident under pressure, especially in breaking news situations

Strong organizational and time management skills

Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Bilingual (English & Spanish) a plus

Preferred

3–5+ years of investigative journalism experience preferred

Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere is a plus

Bilingual (English & Spanish) 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.