Description
TEGNA's Producer-in-Residence (PIR) program is a two-year development program for early-career journalists. As a Producer-in-Residence, you will produce content across streaming, digital, and social platforms, innovate and pitch original story ideas, and collaborate in a fast-paced content creation environment.
The ideal candidate is a strong writer passionate about impactful, ethical journalism, with sharp editorial judgment and experience producing original content for campus platforms. You should be familiar with social media, preferably have prior internships or news media experience, and be comfortable working with technology such as ENPS, CUEZ, or Edius.
In this role, you can expect:
- A full-time, two-year contract
- Comprehensive onboarding and training
- Ongoing support from mentors and monthly training sessions
- A career path toward promotion into permanent producer or management roles, with over 80% of PIRs being promoted
TEGNA offers a competitive salary range of $20-$24.04 USD and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.