Digital Content Producer

Job Description

ABC 6 and FOX 28 are looking for a versatile digital content producer to join the No. 1 television news team in Columbus, Ohio.

We are looking to strengthen our team with a multi-talented producer who possesses solid news judgment and the ability to juggle several tasks in a fast-paced newsroom environment.

We need someone who can write and curate strong digital stories, clip (and sometimes edit) video, post on social media and fire off push alerts, all while keeping an eye on performance metrics as well as competing platforms.

The best candidate will be flexible on scheduling and open to perform other news-related duties as needed. This is a full-time position that includes weekends.

If you're ready for the next challenge in your news career and you want to bring a team-first attitude to a positive-energy shop, we want to hear from you. We provide a lot of coaching and feedback so please be ready to grow!

The ideal candidate will have:
• Solid news judgment
• Be a compelling and accurate writer
• Be able to multitask and manage time in order to publish and promote digital content and web and multiple social media platforms
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• The ability to execute news strategies and deliver on digital metrics goals every day
• Comfort with Photoshop, Youtube, Instagram, Tiktok, Facebook and Twitter
• Flexibility and on-the-spot, problem-solving abilities are a must
• Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews

Experience:
• Must have some previous newsroom experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
• A journalism or related degree is preferred

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-robbkp-3-142-199-138-42 in your application.