Digital Content Producer

Job Description

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account with Company contributions
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid life and disability benefits
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits
• 401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO
• Focus on Caring

Salary/Annual Pay:

$38 - $40k (annual)

Shift and Schedule:

Mon. - Fri.

Job Type:

Full-Time

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About KKTV:

KKTV is located in picturesque Downtown Colorado Springs in Colorado, and with breathtaking views of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains, it's immediately easy to see why people are flocking to colorful Southern Colorado! KKTV 11 News is the Breaking News and Weather Leader in Southern Colorado, and we always put the safety of our viewers first. With more than 65 years of excellence in the community, a multitude of awards including Emmy, Murrow, and Colorado Broadcaster's Association awards, and state-of-the-art technology, being the leader in the community is integral to the culture of KKTV. Our departments work together as a team to serve our community. We are involved with local non-profits like Pikes Peak United Way and Care and Share Food Bank, and we sponsor fun events like the annual Christmas parade and balloon festival. We work hard and we also like to have fun together. Southern Colorado is our home, and we strive every day to make it an even better place to live and work.

Job Summary/Description:

KKTV, the dominant CBS affiliate in Colorado Springs, Colorado, is seeking a digital content producer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling, a positive attitude, and a hard work ethic. Must excel at writing for all platforms – including digital, social media, and broadcast – and be a team player. Proficiency in AP style and an understanding of social media platforms and OTT devices required. This position also requires video editing knowledge. Applicant should also bring professionalism and enthusiasm into the workplace.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):
- Write content for all KKTV digital and social media platforms
- Assist with calling and confirming information
- Assist reporters and anchors with composing their digital stories when needed
- Help edit video for digital, social or broadcast platforms
- Assist anchors with our OTT desk
- Help with other digital special projects when needed

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Be able to write clearly and accurately
- Must possess excellent interview and conversational writing skills
- Ability to shoot and edit video; create personalized stories for the web
- Able to produce and post content to our website
- Able to use social media outlets to engage viewers
- Strong emphasis on professional social media skills as related to journalism
- Must be able to work well under pressure and with limited supervision
- Strong initiative and attention to detail is required
- Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers

Interested applicants may go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KKTV-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus by the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-g473p1-3-137-171-121-42 in your application.