DIGITAL CONTENT PRODUCER - WMBF

About the role

WMBF News in beautiful Myrtle Beach, SC, has an immediate opening for a full-time Digital Content Producer to join our award-winning newsroom.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Working quickly to send out breaking news, weather, and traffic alerts, including push notifications, social media updates, and web stories that are updated as news develops
• Monitoring social media accounts and websites to find new content for newscasts and the website
• Claipping/Assigning video to our multi-platform digital assets
• Collaborating with members of the digital team and the newsroom to create news content that meets our high standards
• Posting to our digital platforms, using video editing software, and other resources
• Creating innovative and user-friendly elements inside articles for consumption across our platforms, including slideshows, interactive charts, and other embedded content
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn new technology are imperative
• Additional duties as assigned, including assignment desk help to confirm breaking news tips, and conducting interviews for stories
• Assisting the Digital Content Leadership in implementing Digital Initiatives

Qualifications/Requirements

• BA or BS in Journalism/Communications/English or equivalent background
• Some newsroom experience preferred
• Must be a team player with a strong passion for innovative storytelling, newsgathering, and lifelong learning
• PREFERRED: Knowledge of Social Media editing, Google Analytics, and other tools to gain an edge on the competition
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Must be able to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere and behave in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers
• Understanding of and adherence to AP Style
• Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and overnights for breaking news and specialized coverage (e.g., hurricanes, elections, special events)
• Must have a desire to win, the ability to reflect on your work, and apply feedback