Digital Content Producer

Company: KWES-TV Midland/Odessa
Location: Midland
Posted on: January 10, 2021

Job Description:

KWES- TV NewsWest 9 is looking for a digital content producer to join our outstanding digital-first team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves news and working on the cutting edge of digital and social media. This position will produce original content for NewsWest 9 that will reach our audience whenever and wherever they are, on whatever device they are using at the time. They will also manage content produced by others, including copy editing, for our various digital platforms.The successful candidate is innovative with solid news judgment. Qualified candidates will have experience producing content for digital platforms, working knowledge of online CMS software, video and photo-editing skills and the ability to work a flexible schedule. The person we hire must want to be part of a team that is focused on the audience in everything they do.Responsibilities:* Produce digital content (including enterprise content) for all NewsWest 9 platforms, including desktop, mobile, app and social* Report news as it happens online (proven breaking news skills) and generate digital traffic through strategic content distribution* Utilize social media communities to discover unique original local content* Work with all newsroom departments on content coverage and distribution* Identify compelling, unique stories and user-generated content of interest to our audience* Use metrics to make content priority and placement decisions* Utilize web and social metrics, search engine optimization best practices and content distribution skills to grow digital audiences* Create original video for digital and social platforms using available tools* This position will include weekend and evening workQualifications* Two years experience as a digital producer preferred but will consider entry level* Excellent communication skills* Ability to prioritize and manage requests from various sources with an ability to work well with varied personalities within deadlines* Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills* Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and time-managementAbout TEGNATEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. With 63 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA is the largest owner of top 4 network affiliates in the top 25 markets among independent station groups, reaching approximately 39 percent of all television households nationwide. TEGNA also owns leading multicast networks True Crime Network and Quest. TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS) offers innovative solutions to help businesses reach consumers across television, digital and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA's OTT advertising service. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are a drug free, EEO employer committed to a diverse workforce. We encourage and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, disability, enrollment in college or vocational school, political affiliation, veteran status or genetic information.

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