FOX 40 is looking for a Digital Content Producer with the right mix of news judgment, creativity, and command of all things digital and social, who is adept at covering daily news and creating/editing original and high-interest content.

Job Description

Prepares, writes, copy-edits and posts news, community and promotional content for FOX40.com, mobile apps and station social media accountsEnsures factual, grammatical and legal accuracy online and upholds the station’s established journalistic standardsMaintains the homepage and builds special sections for breaking news and other ongoing coverage efforts and initiatives from the station or companyMonitors real-time metrics to guide content decisions and reviews past story performance to identify topics of interest to our audienceWorks closely with the greater newsroom and station to have online content properly publishedAble to write multiple, concise texts that accompany content shared on social media, through mobile and desk alerts, and other platformsMonitors local and statewide topics and pitches trending high-interest storiesFinds new ways to convert one-time and regular visitors into loyal followersExcellent writing and editing skills, attention to detailAbility to function under tight deadlines and shifting prioritiesAble to occasionally shoot and edit video for use onlineAble to identify tools that can be used to create content or measure its performance onlinePerforms other duties as assigned

 Requirements & Skills:

Journalism degree, experience as a digital content producer or related experienceMust be familiar with Wordpress content management system, best SEO practices and AP writing styleExcellent writing and editing skills, attention to detailFamiliarity with news writing and journalistic standardsAbility to function under extreme deadline pressureMust have strong news judgment and work with the online team and greater newsroom to plan daily and long-term contentBasic HTML, CSS, Flash and other relevant technology skills is a plusSchedule flexibility for nights and weekendsStrong multi-tasking abilities and quick decision-making

Compensation - $21.00+/hr commensurate with experience and skill level