Digital Content Manager / Ep

Job Description

WACH has an immediate opening for a creative Digital Content Manager/EP. We are looking for someone who can call the right plays on every platform, through the oversight of the late newscasts and consistent content across our multiple platforms.

In this role, you will be responsible for creating and supervising our digital content and managing our late newscasts.

Responsibilities will include
• Collaborating and communicating with the News Director to uphold and grow the brand.
• Overseeing editorial and production decisions nightside
• Managing a digital staff and a team of seasoned, as well as, less experienced TV journalists
• Editing and posting relevant materials and managing reporters' and producers' digital content.
• Keeping Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other social platforms updated throughout your shift
• Assisting in the efficient operation of the assignment desk; listening and responding to scanner traffic
• Planning and overseeing continuity into upcoming newscasts.
• Working with other departments and our sister stations on daily content and special projects.

What skills do you need to be successful in our role?
• Proven track record of creating compelling and engaging stories across multiple platforms.
• Strong understanding of how to drive digital traffic.
• Demonstrated ability to work under deadline pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional digital leadership skills, strong critical thinking and a commitment to win by executing our strategy.
• Extraordinary people skills with an emphasis on coaching and motivating
• Must be able to lead by working collaboratively with the team and have the skills to resolve any conflicts/issues that arise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A strong commitment to journalistic standards and ethics
• Must be willing to work evenings and/or holidays
• Candidate should preferably have at least 3 years producing experience and/or managerial experience in a commercial TV environment
• A Bachelor's degree in Journalism, communications or related field

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

#LI-SP1

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gpm94o-3-141-244-201-42 in your application.