Digital Content U0026 Live Stream Producer

Job Description

Digital Content U0026 Live Stream Producer

About Gray Media:
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WHNS:
Fox Carolina is located in Greenville, South Carolina, consistently named one of the best small cities in the US. Our DMA (#36) includes Asheville, NC, and offers a competitive news environment. Fox Carolina is emerging as the news leader, producing 13 hours of news each weekday. Our team of award-winning professionals thrives in a fast-paced, yet fun, environment.
Greenville has an amazing downtown scene, revolving around the Reedy River, five-star restaurants and breweries, and miles and miles of walking trails. For outdoor enthusiasts, the Upstate and Western North Carolina offer lakes, mountains, and historical landmarks all within a short drive. Greenville continues to be named a top small city, top foodie city, and one of the best places for young professionals in the country.
Job Summary/Description:
WHNS - Fox Carolina News in beautiful Greenville, SC, has an immediate opening for a Digital Content & Livestream producer to join our award-winning newsroom. Our ideal candidate is an organized, independent, ethical journalist who can thrive under a deadline. Applicants should also have outstanding social media skills. We want a passionate candidate who is an innovator and a team player.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* 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
* Monitoring social media accounts and websites in order to find new content for newscasts and the website
* Clipping/Assigning video to our multi-platform digital assets
* Collaborating with members of the digital team and the newsroom to create news content that meets our high standards
* Posting to our digital platforms, using video editing software, and other resources
* Creating innovative and user-friendly elements inside articles for consumption across our platforms, including slideshows, interactive charts, and other embedded content
* Attention to detail and willingness to learn new technology are imperative
* 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 Leadership in implementing Digital Initiatives
* Additional duties as assigned, including assignment desk help to confirm breaking news tips, and conducting interviews for stories
Qualifications/Requirements:
* BA or BS in Journalism/Communications/English or equivalent background. Some newsroom experience preferred
* Must be a team player with a strong passion for innovative storytelling, newsgathering, and lifelong learning
* Preferred knowledge of Social Media editing, Google Analytics, and other tools to gain an edge on the competition
* Excellent communication skills
* Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
* Must maintain a positive work atmosphere and behave in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers
* Understanding of and adherence to AP Style.
* Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, and overnights for breaking news and specialized coverage (e.g., Hurricanes, elections, special events).
* Must have a desire to win, the ability to reflect on your work, and apply feedback.
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, 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)
WHNS-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-23ozky-216-73-216-212-42 in your application.