Digital Producer
TheDigital Producerleads the transition from broadcast-focused newsrooms to multi-platform newsrooms through active daily example; providing training in methods, processes and tactics; as well as in creating/editing original content beyond that which is produced for on-air
Develops and leads winning strategy for station content
Expert understanding of Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms
Reviews copy and correctserrors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
Use oursocialmedia andwebsite to build and reinforce brand recognition and drive viewers to television
Determines a story's emphasis, length, and format, and organizes material accordingly
Researchesand analyzesbackground information related to news storiestoprovide complete and accurate information
Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
Pitches on-brand local and trending stories during meetings
Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
Shoots and edits content for digital
Produces reports for all platforms
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Builds and calendars digital campaigns to promote local shows and specials
Writes stories for the web and other digital platforms
Performs other duties as assigned
Finds new ways to usesocial mediaand our website to engage with viewers
Requirements & Skills:
Degree in journalism; daily newspaper or news site experience required; live, working web samples and/or print pages preferred
Proficiency in Associated Press styleandAdobe Photoshoppreferred
CSS, Flash and other relevant technology skillsarea plus
Maintain positive work environment through active team participation and cooperation with co-workers in all departments
Respondpositively to feedback