Digital Content Producer/Assignment Desk Editor
Digital Content Producer/Assignment Desk Editor
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Job Description
Are you a digital journalist Do you have strong writing editing and newsgathering skills Are you proficient with the latest social media tools and channels The Digital Content Producer will write produce and package news and media content for digital publication consistent with the WPRI 12 News/ editorial process. A key team member of the station Content Center this role is responsible for generating content confirming information publishingand dispatching news crews.
JOB SUMMARY: The Digital Content Producer/Assignment Desk Editor gathers delivers and contributes accurate and visual news and information content across all media platforms.
Principle Duties & Responsibilities:
Research find and confirm news stories for broadcast and digital
Work inside fastpaced newsroom contribute to the editorial process and make sound decisions in breaking news situations
Take an active role in discovering and creating news content including stories photos videos etc.
Execute strategies that engage and grow audiences across all digital devices
Write produce and edit material that appeals to target audiences
Perform duties as an assignment editor monitoring police scanners booking guests and assigning reporters and photographers
Track and confirm stories from all sources including government agencies wire services community groups and social media
Research production topics using various information sources and tools
Push local content to national outlets and other Nexstar Digital platforms across the countrySpecialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must be able to collaborate with news managers reporters anchors videographers producers promotions and engineering staff
Excellent verbal written grammar and analytical skills
Strong news judgment journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
Knowledge of media production communication and dissemination techniques and methods including creative ways to inform and engage via written oral and visual media
Ability to meet quality standards for service and evaluate customer satisfaction
Be able to use SEO effectively to improve website traffic
Proficient and savvy in social media platforms tools and best practices
Interact with viewers/users via phone and social media sites
Digital video editing skills
Education/Experience: Bachelors Degree in Journalism Communications TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute 2 years experience in digital publishing television or radio broadcast/production.
Training/Equipment: Utilize stateoftheart web and television technology video and graphics.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements: Highstress environment with deadline pressures. Flexible schedule and occasional overtime.
NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
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Compensation: 17/hr commensurate with experience and skill level
Employment Type
Full-Time
