Digital Content Producer

About the role

WKRC has an immediate opening for a creative Digital Content Producer. In this role, you'll play a key part in producing compelling, timely content for our digital and social platforms. The ideal candidate is passionate about news, understands what kind of content resonates with audiences, and can move quickly in a fast-paced newsroom environment. You'll work closely with the Digital Executive Producer and newsroom leaders to create daily digital and social content, identify opportunities to grow our audience, and ensure our coverage reaches viewers across every platform. This position also plays an important role in breaking news coverage.

Responsibilities

• Monitor scanners and answer newsroom calls
• Track social media for breaking news
• Identify stories that are of high interest to our viewers
• Create daily digital and social content

Requirements

• Solid news judgment
• Be a compelling and accurate writer
• Ability to multitask and manage time
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Qualifications

• Should have at least some previous digital experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
• A journalism degree is preferred