Job Description
FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the US These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network's national content.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are hiring a News Content Creator hyper-focused on quickly writing, producing and efficiently sharing compelling, easy-to-consume stories and information with digital and social users.
Does this sound like you? You're smart, fast on your feet, team-oriented and full of ideas. You're an expert in digital, social media and streaming platforms, and you know a big story when you hear/read/watch it. You're obsessed with quality and creating the best possible experience for your audience. You love a fast-paced, challenging environment and crave the chance to learn and try new things. Crystal-clear communication is your superpower, especially in the most urgent, breaking news-filled situations. You thrive in a competitive, fearless culture of creativity and expertise.
The person we're looking for is a digital content-creator who lives and breathes news and information and knows how to reach audiences through Instagram, TikTok, X and YouTube and emerging platforms. If that's you, get in our inbox now!
RESPONSIBILITIES: Write and produce compelling, consumer-focused content related to news, weather, sports and events relevant to users across Minnesota and the Upper Midwest, including but not limited to articles, videos, live streaming, photos/graphics, and social media elements. Optimize content for search engine optimization (SEO), while constantly prioritizing the consumer experience. Reach and engage social users on Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube and beyond. Serve as an advisor co-producer to newsroom personnel on social media content and streaming content. Participate in local editorial meetings as required. Monitor real-time analytics. Other duties as deemed necessary and assigned.
REQUIREMENTS: Experience developing, optimizing and publishing content, including news, on digital and social platforms. BA/BS degree is a plus, preferably in journalism, communications or related field with emphasis on digital publishing. Excellent writer and storyteller. Superior news judgement. Impeccable writing and copy-editing skills. Overwhelming attention to detail. Thrive under deadline pressure. Stellar communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively. Social media expert. Proficient in content management systems, search engine optimization (SEO), video publishing, live streaming, and digital analytics tools. Video and photo editing experience (Adobe products a plus).
At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.
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