Digital Content Producer

Responsibilities

• Write/edit and publish breaking news and weather, daily news, sports and feature stories for our station website, and other social media platforms
• Create compelling headlines; especially for mobile and social media and carefully create mobile push notifications for breaking news/severe weather
• Work with Reporters and Assignment Editors to ensure content is posted accurately and fast
• Work with Producers, Assignment Editors and Managers to ensure cross promotion of content across all platforms
• Develop multimedia special projects
• Manage LIVE streams of newscasts and breaking news
• Contribute ideas to help grow our station's digital platforms
• Regularly create social content, including graphics and videos, and post to station's social platforms

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in a professional television newsroom or web-publishing environment
• Compelling news and editorial judgment
• Excellent AP writing skills
• Basic knowledge of video editing
• Experience with social media best practices
• Flexibility to work different shifts (including nights and weekends), holidays on short notice to cover a 24-hour news cycle
• Work well in an environment with frequent interruptions
• Proficiency in Photoshop
• Editing experience

Qualifications

• Related military experience will be considered

Skills

• Strong storytelling ability
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS for web development
• Experience with video editing software
• Proficiency in social media platforms

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) matching
• Emotional Wellness Support
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• LGBTQ+ Health Services

About the Role

At Hearst Television, we value diversity and inclusion. Our mission is to tell stories that connect us to each other and to our communities. We strive to foster an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Schedule

The position requires flexibility to work different shifts, including nights and weekends, and may require coverage during holidays.

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience.