TEGNA
Education Solutions Reporter
– TEGNA
18 hours ago – First 25 applicants.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in local communities by providing 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.
KPNX 12News
The NBC affiliate in Phoenix seeks an Education Solutions Reporter to expand coverage of Arizona’s education landscape. This grant‑funded, two‑year position focuses on solutions in education, highlighting programs, people, and innovations improving learning across the state.
Responsibilities
Report exclusively on education solutions across Arizona, focusing on real programs, efforts, and innovations that strengthen education opportunities for all ages—rural and urban alike.
Produce stories across digital, social, and broadcast platforms, with flexibility for long‑form enterprise and investigative reporting when applicable.
Develop strong relationships with educators, administrators, policymakers, and community partners to uncover underreported stories about education improvement and innovation.
Collaborate with editors, producers, and digital team to create engaging and impactful storytelling that resonates with the audience.
Participate in at least three educational collaborations or events per year, such as symposium site visits or other gatherings hosted by the Education Solutions Journalism Grant Program.
Maintain editorial independence while adhering to the grant’s focus on coverage of education solutions rather than political or unrelated topics.
Requirements
3-5 years reporting experience preferred.
Must possess solid news judgment, display strong communication skills, creativity, and ethical decision‑making skills.
Must be able to shoot and edit video.
ENPS, EDIUS and Axis graphics experience is preferred.
Must be organized with the ability to work under constant deadlines.
Proven social and digital content creation ability.
Current driver’s license and ability to operate news‑gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of employees and their families.
Two medical plan options for full and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, with additional dental and eye care coverage.
Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance.
Disability and life insurance.
401(k) program with company match.
Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments through Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
Generous paid time off (PTO) benefit and nine paid holidays per year.
Note: Some jobs may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement; benefits may vary.
EEO Statement TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment, military status, citizenship, or genetic information. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.
Recruiting Fraud Alert To all candidates: only TEGNA recruiters or hiring managers will contact you regarding your application. Communications from TEGNA employees will come from a TEGNA email address with the domain @tegna.com or an affiliate domain. Report any requests for payments, financial information, or sensitive personal data. Privacy Notice for California Residents and SMS Messaging Privacy Policy apply.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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– TEGNA
18 hours ago – First 25 applicants.
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in local communities by providing 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.
KPNX 12News
The NBC affiliate in Phoenix seeks an Education Solutions Reporter to expand coverage of Arizona’s education landscape. This grant‑funded, two‑year position focuses on solutions in education, highlighting programs, people, and innovations improving learning across the state.
Responsibilities
Report exclusively on education solutions across Arizona, focusing on real programs, efforts, and innovations that strengthen education opportunities for all ages—rural and urban alike.
Produce stories across digital, social, and broadcast platforms, with flexibility for long‑form enterprise and investigative reporting when applicable.
Develop strong relationships with educators, administrators, policymakers, and community partners to uncover underreported stories about education improvement and innovation.
Collaborate with editors, producers, and digital team to create engaging and impactful storytelling that resonates with the audience.
Participate in at least three educational collaborations or events per year, such as symposium site visits or other gatherings hosted by the Education Solutions Journalism Grant Program.
Maintain editorial independence while adhering to the grant’s focus on coverage of education solutions rather than political or unrelated topics.
Requirements
3-5 years reporting experience preferred.
Must possess solid news judgment, display strong communication skills, creativity, and ethical decision‑making skills.
Must be able to shoot and edit video.
ENPS, EDIUS and Axis graphics experience is preferred.
Must be organized with the ability to work under constant deadlines.
Proven social and digital content creation ability.
Current driver’s license and ability to operate news‑gathering vehicle to and from various locations is required.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of employees and their families.
Two medical plan options for full and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, with additional dental and eye care coverage.
Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance.
Disability and life insurance.
401(k) program with company match.
Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments through Teladoc and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
Generous paid time off (PTO) benefit and nine paid holidays per year.
Note: Some jobs may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement; benefits may vary.
EEO Statement TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment, military status, citizenship, or genetic information. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.
Recruiting Fraud Alert To all candidates: only TEGNA recruiters or hiring managers will contact you regarding your application. Communications from TEGNA employees will come from a TEGNA email address with the domain @tegna.com or an affiliate domain. Report any requests for payments, financial information, or sensitive personal data. Privacy Notice for California Residents and SMS Messaging Privacy Policy apply.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at TEGNA by 2x.
Get notified about new Education Reporter jobs in
Phoenix, AZ .
#J-18808-Ljbffr