Digital Content Producer

Job Description

WEYI/WBSF of Flint, MI has an immediate opening for a Digital Content Producer. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating engaging content and social media posts that will drive audience engagement and help bolster our digital presence. We have a Digital Content Center, and want to offer digital and social users' coverage they care about, the kind that impacts their lives and which they cannot find anywhere else. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day content on our digital platforms, along with the ability to move and assign crews strategically. This position will consistently look for and create a diverse range of web content from a variety of sources.

The ideal candidate will have:
• Solid news judgment
• Be a compelling and accurate writer
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to assist in the efficient operations of the assignment desk
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
• Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews

Requirements and Qualifications:
• Must be proficient with the use of multiple video-sharing and social media platforms including YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, x (formerly Twitter) TikTok and emerging social media platforms
• Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
• Creative in cross-promotions between on-air and online, and work closely with producers and reporters in helping ensure content is posted quickly and accurately online
• Must be proficient in AP Style
• Ability to execute news strategies and goals
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Experience:
• Must have previous writing or digital producing experience on one or more digital platforms or at a commercial TV station is preferred, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
• Journalism degree is preferred

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

About Sinclair

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gmb6vm-216-73-216-62-42 in your application.