Regional Digital Content Creator

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're hiring a Regional Digital Content Creator to create and optimize digital content for three FOX owned-and-operated stations in Texas. Reporting to the Regional Digital Content Director, the Regional Digital Content Creator will be hyper-focused on quickly writing, producing and efficiently sharing compelling, easy-to-consume stories and information with digital and social users across Texas. This position is based in FOX 4's newsroom in Dallas, Texas.

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. Most of all, you want to win big, Texas-style. Every. Single. Day.

The person we're looking for is a digital content-creating rockstar who lives and breathes breaking news and telling the biggest stories across all digital platforms. If that's you, get in our inbox now!

RESPONSIBILITIES: Write and produce compelling, consumer-focused content related to news, events and topics relevant to users across Texas, including but not limited to articles, videos, live streaming, photos/graphics, breaking news, and social media elements. Work closely with local digital teams in Dallas, Houston and Austin, supporting their mission to engage their communities and build brand loyalty. Optimize content for search engine optimization (SEO), while constantly prioritizing the consumer experience. Reach and engage stations' social users on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and beyond. Serve as additional digital resource for local Texas digital teams, filling gaps in coverage or providing backup during major local coverage. Work closely with local newsroom teams to ensure speed and accuracy of content. Participate in local editorial meetings as required. Collaborate with Group Content Team and other FTS markets to distribute high-interest stories at scale. Follow group standards. 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).

EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled

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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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjozzb-3-145-98-196-42 in your application.