Digital Content Producer

About the role

WBMA is seeking a Digital Content Producer to join our multi-platform team. Our goal is to provide digital and social users with content that matters, impacting their lives and unavailable elsewhere.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day production of content for website, app, and social media platforms
• Work with the entire newsroom team on multi-platform strategy and support day-of content and ongoing editorial initiatives
• Support news planning needs
• Write and publish engaging sports content across digital and social platforms
• Manage digital strategies and goals
• Collaborate with the team and pitch in as needed
• Use non-linear editing software and newsroom systems like iNews
• Understand CMS tools, SEO guidelines, and how to use video and graphics on various platforms
• Manage content calendars and newsgathering tasks
• Book interviews and manage logistics
• May work early mornings or nights

Requirements

• Solid news judgment and ability to collect and confirm information from primary sources
• Knowledge of local, college, and professional sports, with the ability to write and publish engaging content
• Able to write compelling and accurate copy on deadline
• Able to multitask, juggle priorities, and manage time efficiently
• Possess strong communication skills
• Proficiency with non-linear editing software (Adobe, Avid)
• Understanding of CMS tools, SEO guidelines for multiple platforms
• Experience with video and graphic editing
• Experience with content management systems and social media platforms
• Experience with newsgathering and logistics, booking interviews, and managing a content calendar
• May require working early mornings or nights
• Must have at least two (2) years of previous newsroom experience at a commercial TV station or digital news platform
• Familiarity with content management systems, social media platforms, photo and video editing
• Bachelor's degree preferred, additional practical experience considered
• Spanish fluency a plus

Qualifications

Essential qualifications include:

• Two (2) years of previous newsroom experience at a commercial TV station or digital news platform
• Familiarity with content management systems, social media platforms, photo and video editing
• Bachelor's degree preferred, additional practical experience considered
• Spanish fluency a plus

Benefits

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Weekend hours may be required.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact [Contact Name] at [Contact Email] or [Contact Phone Number].