Digital Content News Producer

Job Description

About KFVS:

KFVS12 is the #1 local TV station serving as the CBS/CW/MeTV affiliate in the Cape Girardeau, Missouri/Paducah, Kentucky/Harrisburg, Illinois market. Founded in 1954, KFVS12 has a rich heritage of serving ''America's Heartland'' with the best local news and weather information, along with a legacy of community service and disaster relief. KFVS12 produces more local news than any other station in the market, currently offering over 40 hours of news programming every week, along with special high profile, topical local news programming. Heartland News on KFVS12 consistently leads the competition in award winning journalism having been honored this year with numerous Missouri and Illinois Broadcasters' Awards as well as prestigious Edward R. Murrow awards.

The Cape Girardeau market covers 45 counties in four states and is home to four division one universities. It is where the North meets the South and East meets West. The area is rich with many diverse communities, including historic river front towns, that offer a variety of unique benefits and recreational opportunities. It is also conveniently located for easy travel to St. Louis, Memphis, Nashville and Chicago.

The station has an exceptional staff that is committed to maintaining the legacy of the institution of KFVS. They are forward thinking with news coverage in on-air newscasts and 24/7 on numerous digital platforms, consistently leading the competition in digital traffic across the board. This provides exciting opportunities throughout the station including News, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and more.

Job Summary/Description:

The Digital Content News Producer is the first line of real-time content distribution for the newsroom. We need a strong writer who can get content out quickly on digital platforms. You should also be a social media superstar. You will also need to focus on breaking news in a fast-paced environment as well as enterprise digital reporting. Prior work with CMS, video editing, social media and writing preferred.

Your responsibilities will include (but not be limited to) the following:
* 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
* Collaborating with members of the digital team and the newsroom to create news content that meets our high standards
* Posting to our online and social media platforms using digital publishing tools, video editing software, and other resources
* Creating innovative and user-friendly elements inside of articles for consumption across our platforms, including photo galleries, 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 and conducting interviews for stories
* Ability to field viewer calls, and cold call sources to confirm tips & scanner traffic
* Writing engaging digital headlines & compelling posts on social media
* Assisting the Digital Content Manager on implementing Digital Initiatives
* Clipping video for website/OTT

Qualifications/Requirements:
* BA or BS in Journalism/Communications/English or equivalent background. Some newsroom experience preferred
* A strong passion for innovative storytelling, newsgathering, and lifelong learning
* Flexibility concerning scheduling and/or assigned work shifts
* Preferred knowledge of ENPS
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
* Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
* Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a good driving record
* Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere and behave in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g3o68n-3-141-244-201-42 in your application.