Digital Content Producer
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · Colorado Springs, CO · 1 wk ago
Marketing$40k–$45k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Publish and update stories on FOX21's digital platforms with speed, accuracy, and urgency.
- Monitor breaking news, social media, public safety channels, and other news sources to identify developing stories and opportunities for original reporting.
- Write clear, compelling headlines and summaries that maximize audience engagement while following SEO best practices.
- Produce a mix of breaking news, enterprise stories, weather, sports, and community-focused content throughout the day.
- Continuously update developing stories as new information becomes available.
- Use audience analytics and performance data to make informed content decisions and optimize story presentation.
- Package stories with photos, video, graphics, and other multimedia elements that enhance the user experience.
- Help identify opportunities for exclusive digital content and collaborate with reporters, producers, photographers, and anchors on enterprise coverage.
- Promote news content across social media platforms and coordinate digital coverage with on-air broadcasts.
- Stay current on emerging digital trends, audience behaviors, and best practices in online journalism.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Minimum of two years of experience in digital journalism, newsroom operations, or a related field preferred.
- Strong news judgment and the ability to work quickly in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a solid understanding of AP Style.
- Experience writing engaging, search-friendly headlines and packaging content for digital audiences.
- Able to independently research, verify information, and produce accurate news content.
- Comfortable balancing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across newsroom teams.
- Familiarity with SEO principles, audience metrics, and digital publishing tools.
- Experience using Google Analytics or similar audience measurement platforms.
- Knowledge of Chartbeat, Adobe Premiere, or other digital editing software is a plus.
- Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving digital workflows.