Digital Content Producer

Job Description

KFOX14/CBS4 has an immediate opening for a creative Digital Content Producer! The candidate should have experience writing and producing news content for the web and social media.

In this role you will be responsible for day-to-day digital news content, working closely with the news managers and the Director of Digital Content to make sure all digital platforms are up-to-date, accurate and compelling.

Candidate must have excellent writing skills and news judgment. The ideal candidate must possess strong digital analytics skills to help guide story placement on respective digital platforms. The Digital News Producer must identify and post engaging, timely, and relevant content; monitor competitive social practices, and work in line with the station's overall content strategy. This individual must be willing to teach on-air reporters to help them improve their digital skills.

The ideal candidate will have:
• Solid news judgment and the ability to write fast, accurate and mistake-free copy
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily newscasts
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must

Requirements:
• A Journalism degree is preferred
• Knowledge of or a willingness to learn about social media content creation for multiple platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and YouTube.
• A self-starter with a drive to chase down stories, including reaching out to appropriate authorities or other sources.
• Someone with a collaborative spirit who works well with a team to achieve department goals.
• Seeks out story ideas, including follow-ups to previous reports or previews of upcoming events.
• Excellent communicator and team player who shares important information with co-workers in a clear and timely manner.
• Monitor news emails for new releases, relevant information and updates to stories and information about upcoming events, and share or file that information as needed.
• Video Editing experience.

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9my8z-3-129-45-144-42 in your application.