Role Overview
Tegnainc is hiring a Streaming Anchor, TEGNA Central Desk. This is a full-time role in WCNC-TV Charlotte. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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About TEGNA
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. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.
TEGNA, the parent company of 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, is looking for an innovative, experienced television anchor to develop newscasts for the company’s OTT/CTV streaming platforms. Streaming is a strategic priority for the company as we evolve to meet the needs of audiences seeking timely information on breaking and developing news and severe weather on the platform they need it most.
This role requires the skills of a traditional linear broadcast anchor with an affinity or interest in breaking and developing news. It will be delivered exclusively to customers with connected televisions and apps. We value a collaborative and motivated journalist who works well within a team to bring the truth to our growing audience across various platforms, starting with our streaming and broadcast services.
Experience on an anchor desk, responding live-time to multiple live images and feeds, a keen interest in newsgathering and responsiveness and a proven track record of anchoring high-quality content will make your application stand out. We need all employees to embody TEGNA’s values of demanding the truth, working smart, doing the right thing all while pushing to win.
This role is to anchor for a TEGNA corporate streaming channel that will be based out of Charlotte, North Carolina.
Responsibilities:
• Anchor multiple livestreams daily.
• Generate unique and compelling stories and show ideas around topics impacting our country.
• Take a leadership role in content and production.
• Collaborate with producers, reporters, photojournalists, managers, and other TEGNA team members.
• Edit together video specials/re-racked content that will work for VOD purposes.
• Regularly explore new ideas following careful discussions with supervisors.
• Challenge the traditional way of doing things.
• Passion for breaking news and go-getter attitude.
• Regularly explore new ideas following careful discussions with supervisors.
Requirements:
• At least 5 years of reporting and anchoring experience.
• Strong on-camera delivery with the ability to ad-lib.
• Strong leadership qualities with prior experience motivating, engaging and recognizing team members on multiple projects.
• The ability to coach and collaborate with teammates on content projects.
• Sound news judgment and a proven track record of recognizing enterprise content.
• Experience using ENPS and desktop video editing software such as Edius, strongly preferred.
• Desire to live and work in-person in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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.
* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.
EEO statement:
TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, disability, medical condition, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. TEGNA will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you are in need of an accommodation in order to submit your application, please email askhr@tegna.com
Recruiting Fraud Alert:
To all candidates: your personal information and online safety are important to us. Only TEGNA Recruiters or Hiring Managers will reach out to you regarding consideration of your application or background. Communications with TEGNA employees will either come from a TEGNA email address with a domain of tegna.com or one of our affiliate station domains.
Recruiters or Hiring Managers will never request payments, ask for financial account information or sensitive information such as social security numbers.
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How do I apply for the Streaming Anchor, TEGNA Central Desk position at Tegnainc?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Tegnainc. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Streaming Anchor, TEGNA Central Desk position at Tegnainc located?
This position is based in WCNC-TV Charlotte. Tegnainc has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Streaming Anchor, TEGNA Central Desk at Tegnainc earn?
Tegnainc has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Streaming Anchor, TEGNA Central Desk role at Tegnainc posted?
This role was posted on May 25, 2026 (45 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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