Digital Content Director

Job Description

Fox Television Stations is one of the nation's largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of US television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, DC and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We're hiring a Digital Content Director to oversee our Group Content Team (GCT), serving all 17 FTS markets with unique, high-quality content for digital and social platforms. Reporting to the VP/Digital Content Operations, the Digital Content Director will lead and inspire a team of digital content creators producing compelling, user-focused content for our stations' digital platforms. We tell stories that truly matter to users around the country- and we do it better than anyone else can.

Does this sound like you? You're smart, driven, quick-thinking, resourceful, full of energy and have a deep passion for what you do. You've got goals. You're (extremely) competitive and want to win. All the time. You're a proven, compassionate leader who motivates others to make a real difference. Your journalistic standards are high, and so is the bar you set for your team. You're obsessed with quality and serving the audience in the best possible way. You pivot quickly and keep your cool when things get tough. When it comes to supporting your team, there's nothing you love more-and you celebrate their wins in victorious fashion.

The powerhouse leader we're looking for is a self-proclaimed news junkie, knows digital platforms inside and out, and has a track record of taking teams to new heights. If that's you, we can't wait to meet you!

RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee team that creates news and event-based content impacting users in all markets, including text stories, photos/graphics, live streaming content, breaking news, and social media elements. Prioritize resources to cover mix of important national, international, breaking, and viral stories. Guide editorial decisions and team strategy in line with group needs. Ensure content exceeds group quality standards. Collaborate closely with digital leaders at stations across the country, as well as other internal FOX partners. Monitor real-time analytics to make data-driven decisions. Ensure clear group communication. Manage team schedules and handle administrative duties. Other duties as deemed necessary and assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: 5+ years experience developing and publishing unique content, including news, for digital and social platforms preferred. 3+ years experience managing staff of 5+ employees preferred. BA/BS degree, preferably in Journalism, Communications or related field with emphasis on digital publishing. Demonstrated ability to create and evolve compelling news content on digital platforms. Experience successfully leading remote teams a plus. Superior news judgment. Impeccable writing and copy-editing skills. Overwhelming attention to detail. Outstanding leadership, communication and presentation skills. Relentless passion and drive to win. Proficient in content management systems, video publishing, live streaming, and digital analytics tools. Video and photo editing experience (Adobe products a plus). Will consider remote work from any FTS market.

EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled

At FOX, we foster a culture and environment where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, including attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company. We live in a diverse world, with different ideas and different perspectives that come together to spark new ideas and make great things happen. That means reflecting the diversity of the world around us is critical to our company's success. We ensure that our viewers, communities and employees feel heard, represented, and celebrated both on screen and off.

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-roxk86-3-144-243-184-42 in your application.