Digital Producer

The Digital Producer leads the transition from broadcast-focused newsrooms to multi-platform newsrooms through active daily example; providing training in methods, processes and tactics; as well as in creating/editing original content beyond that which is produced for on-air Writes stories for the web and other digital platforms Shoots and edits content for digital Produces reports for all platforms Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines Executes winning strategy for station content Expert understanding of Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms Use our social media and website to build and reinforce brand recognition and drive viewers to television Determines a story's emphasis, length, and format, and organizes material accordingly Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to provide complete and accurate information Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions Pitches on-brand local and trending stories during meetings Checks reference materials, internal files, internal resources, public records, official social media accounts, and other reliable sources to obtain relevant facts Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality Builds and calendars digital campaigns to promote local shows and specials Performs other duties as assigned Finds new ways to use social media and our website to engage with viewers Requirements & Skills : Degree in journalism; daily newspaper or news site experience required; live, working web samples and/or print pages preferred Proficiency in Associated Press style, and Adobe products: Photoshop, Express, Premiere Working knowledge of ENPS and the ability to identify content opportunities that can be adapted across broadcast, digital and social platforms CSS, Flash and other relevant technology skills are a plus Maintain positive work environment through active team participation and cooperation with co-workers in all departments Respond positively to feedback