Digital Content Anchor / Producer

Job Description

Digital Content Anchor / Producer / KDLT

About Gray Media:

Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About KSFY/KDLT:

Sioux Falls is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Upper Midwest and is home to more than 200,000 people. Healthcare and finance make up much of the workforce in Sioux Falls. There is never a shortage of things to do here. Summers are packed with outdoor festivals and concert events. Many also enjoy the city's nearly 30 miles of bike trails; be sure to stop by the beautiful waterfalls of the Big Sioux River! And winter doesn't mean people hibernate; there are plenty of outdoor and indoor activities all winter long. In 2014, the city built a 12,000-seat area that has hosted everything from PBR events, hockey, and indoor football, to concerts with names like Paul McCartney, Carrie Underwood, and Ed Sheeran. The city is also home to a new indoor aquatic center, an indoor ice skating facility, a basketball arena, and an indoor tennis complex. There is no shortage of places to eat either. Not only is Sioux Falls home to many familiar restaurant chains but it's also known for many great locally-owned restaurants. And if you want to get away for the weekend, you can drive to Omaha in three hours, Minneapolis in four, and the Black Hills in five.

KSFY/KDLT is an award-winning television operation serving viewers in the eastern half of South Dakota as well as portions of southwest Minnesota and northwest Iowa. The stations operate from a new studio in downtown Sioux Falls as one rebranded organization called Dakota News Now. The facilities put Dakota News Now on the cutting edge of television and news-gathering technology, making it one of the most state-of-the-art television stations in the market and the region. The Dakota News Now team produces 38 hours of news each week. Some of our employees have been here for more than 25 years. For others, this is their first job out of college. It's a great mix that gives us different perspectives while covering the news. People here enjoy the work they do, and everyone steps up to the plate during major news events like breaking news and severe weather.

Learn more about Dakota News Now & Sioux Falls here: https://www.dakotanewsnow.com/page/ksfykdlt-careers/

Job Summary/Description:

Dakota News Now is seeking a digital content anchor/producer for its web and social media platforms. This position is responsible for writing, producing, and updating content, managing station social media accounts and streaming platforms, and anchoring breaking news/live events on our television and digital products.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited, to):
- Create content (copy, video, graphic designs, and/or pictures) for all digital platforms
- Publish and share new content in a timely manner
- Send necessary alerts on breaking news and other timely news content
- Approve content created by other newsroom staff, checking for spelling, grammar, and web optimization
- Strategize content delivery with the digital team to optimize growth on platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, X, and Instagram
- Produce and anchor reports from our NOW Desk, both on-air and on our digital platforms. This may include breaking news, live events, or daily scheduled updates
- Fill in as a newscast producer as needed

Qualifications/Requirements:
- A bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, or a related field of study is preferred.
- Basic experience with newsroom computer systems is preferred (ENPS, Arc)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must
- Understanding of and adherence to AP Style (for digital platforms) and broadcast writing (for television)
- Solid news judgment and the ability to multi-task is essential
- You should be calm under pressure.
- Candidate should be social media and tech-savvy, have a willingness to learn, and be comfortable appearing on camera.
- You must be a team player with a great attitude and be available to work various schedules as needed.
- Newsroom experience is desired, but we will train the right candidate.

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

KSFY/KDLT-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gkj124-18-117-145-140-42 in your application.