Digital Content Producer

Job Description

Digital Content Producer - WBTV

About WBTV:

WBTV was the first television station to sign on in the Carolinas and is considered the ''most trustworthy source of news and information'' in the area according to research. WBTV First Alert Weather is the certified most accurate forecast for the market as measured by WeatheRate. Being ''On Your Side'' for viewers, clients and the community is the guiding principle of WBTV and helps drive its award-winning newscasts and quality local journalism. Visit www.wbtv.com to learn more.

Job Summary/Description:

WBTV is looking for a versatile, aggressive journalist to lead our digital platforms. The ideal candidate for this position will have solid news judgment, the ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously, and to adjust to a constantly changing environment while working under deadline.

Primary job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Creating and publishing content to digital and social media platforms
- Producing digital content to enhance the On Your Side brand on all platforms
- Planning and executing weekend news coverage on all platforms
- Managing newsroom logistics and resources on weekends
- Newsgathering (including developing story ideas, confirming information, breaking news coverage)
- Monitoring scanners and social media
- Communicating with broadcast and digital producers, field crews
- Weekday assignment desk or digital producer shifts as needed

Qualifications/Requirements:
- Strong writing skills
- Excellent time management
- News judgement
- Working understanding of social media platforms
- Basic newsgathering
- Basic knowledge of video and still photography and editing a plus
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism or related field is preferred, equivalent experience considered
- Enjoy a fast paced environment with a desire to win
- Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Qualified, interested applicants may 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-d85k7m-18-218-169-50-42 in your application.