Web Producer
Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · Waco, TX · 2 wk ago
On-siteMarketingFull-time
FOX44/KWKT in Waco, Texas is seeking an intelligent and highly motivated Web Producer to support broadcast newsroom collaboration, write and produce daily stories for the website, and manage social media accounts with consistent, engaging, and on-brand content.
Responsibilities
- Produce breaking news events across multiple platforms by collaborating with reporters in the field, the news assignment desk, and independent sources.
- Curate the homepage and subsections of the website.
- Assist in managing a group of regular contributors to the website.
- Produce all news sections of the website, including the homepage, and contribute to local franchises.
- Manage the production of articles, videos, and slideshows.
- Act as an advocate for Fox44News.com within the newsroom and beyond.
- Manage the social media strategy for FOX44, ensuring relevant content is posted throughout the day that aligns with the station’s editorial strategy.
- Grow the main brand social media accounts through thoughtful, engaging posts that deliver on key metrics.
- Monitor social media channels for breaking news and engage with viewers who reach out.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Demonstrated knowledge of AP Style writing and guidelines.
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Must be available to work overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed or required.
- Must successfully pass a background check and driving record review.
Qualifications
- Experience as a video journalist, editor, writer, or producer at a news organization or blog that creates content under tight deadlines.
- Exceptional communication skills and knowledge of TV and web writing.
- Desire to work in a creative, demanding, and competitive environment.
- Experience editing video for TV and web (preferred).
- Experience in a news environment is a plus.
- Excellent news instincts with the ability to react decisively to breaking news and write succinctly with flair.
- Ability to work on multiple tasks and stories simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Team player mentality.