TEGNA · 12 hours ago
Production Lead
WLTX-TV Columbia
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTEGNA Inc. is a media company that provides trusted local news and services. They are seeking a Production Lead to enhance visual storytelling on streaming and broadcast platforms, overseeing production workflows and leading innovation in the newsroom.
AdvertisingBroadcastingMarketingMedia and EntertainmentTV
Responsibilities
Exercise independent judgment to lead the evolution of WLTX’s visual storytelling, ensuring content meets the needs of an expanding, multi-platform audience
Serve as the technical and operational lead for daily newscasts, overseeing production workflows and assigning production-related responsibilities
Plan and manage technical execution for special projects, breaking news, and continuous live coverage
Partner with Engineering to maintain and enhance streaming and broadcast systems that support production goals
Develop, implement, and enforce standard operating procedures to improve efficiency, consistency, and on-air quality
Direct camera placement, lighting, and set design to create dynamic, visually engaging newscasts
Facilitate clear, effective communication between the newsroom and cross-departmental teams
Lead live coverage of breaking news and community events with accuracy, accountability, and editorial awareness
Utilize data and audience analytics to inform production decisions and increase viewer engagement
Drive innovation in show design and storytelling, testing new creative approaches in collaboration with newsroom leadership
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated leadership, project management skills, and ability to work independently under pressure
Strong technical proficiency with newsroom production tools, including vMix, audio mixers, studio lighting, teleprompter systems, robotic cameras, editing platforms, and graphics systems
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, particularly in fast-paced, live environments
Proven ability to remain calm, flexible, and decisive during breaking news and high-stakes situations
Commitment to collaboration, mentorship, and fostering a culture of innovation
High attention to detail with the ability to make quick, informed decisions
Availability to work flexible hours in a 24/7/365 news operation
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of television broadcast production experience preferred
Experience with elections software and live election coverage preferred
Benefits
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.
Company
TEGNA
Tegna provides local news and services through its television stations and offers marketing solutions for businesses.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-08-19Acquired
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Dhanusha Sivajee
CEO
David Loving
President & General Manager
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