DIGITAL CONTENT NEWS PRODUCER - WXIX
Gray Media is a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, and the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets. The portfolio includes 117 full-power television markets reaching approximately 37% of U.S. television households, with 80 markets featuring the top-rated station and 100 markets ranking first or second in average all-day ratings. Gray Media also owns the largest Telemundo Affiliate group (46 markets), Gray Digital Media (a full-service digital agency), video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
WXIX-TV, FOX19 NOW, is the FOX affiliate serving Cincinnati and the Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana tri-state area (the nation’s 37th DMA). The station produces over 73 hours of news weekly, leading in morning, early evening, and late local news. FOX19 NOW is the flagship station of the Cincinnati Bengals and broadcasts popular programming including the NFL on FOX, *Wheel of Fortune*, *Jeopardy!*, and the FOX prime-time schedule.
About the role
WXIX FOX19 is seeking a Digital Content Producer to join its award-winning team. The successful candidate will focus on enterprise storytelling, content generation, and live/breaking news for FOX19’s digital and social platforms. Responsibilities include creating content for FOX19.com, social media, and streaming platforms (FOX19 app on Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV).
Responsibilities
- Monitor news sources to develop content for digital platforms.
- Write and post news stories, videos, and images across FOX19’s digital and social platforms.
- Perform assignment desk duties.
- Collaborate with the FOX19 News Team to create original content for streaming platforms.
- Adjust schedule on short notice for breaking news, severe weather, or urgent coverage.
- Work weekends as part of scheduled shifts.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Excellent writing, storytelling, and editing skills.
- Experience with Edius software.
- Solid news judgment and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with distribution platforms including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and streaming services.
- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or equivalent.
- Knowledge of AP style.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage (including prescription benefits).
- Health Savings Account with company contributions.
- Flexible Spending Account.
- Employer-paid life and disability benefits.
- Paid parental leave, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
- 401(k) plan with matching and profit-sharing contributions.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Voluntary benefits (Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, supplemental life insurance).
- Paid Time Off, including relocation PTO.
Pay
$20.00 - $22.00 per hour.
Schedule
Full-time, Monday through Friday (or at manager’s discretion).