Digital Editor

CDS Global•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

KOAT, the ABC affiliate in Albuquerque, New Mexico is looking for a well-rounded Digital Content Editor who will create content for our station's website, mobile products and social media platforms. You will be an excellent storyteller and can edit and create content facing intense competition under constant deadline pressure. You will report to Digital Content Manager. At Hearst Television, we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That’s why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve.

Requirements

Previous digital editing experience
Professional experience with non-linear editing software (Adobe Premiere or equivalent)
News and editorial judgment
Excellent AP writing skills
Basic knowledge of Photoshop and video editing
Experience with social media best practices
Flexibility to work different shifts, holidays on short notice to cover a 24-hour news cycle
Work well in an environment with frequent interruptions
Proficiency in Photoshop, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other programming languages
Related military experience will be considered

Responsibilities

Write/edit and publish breaking news, daily news, sports, weather, and feature stories for the station's website, mobile and social media pages
Meet daily posting minimums for website, social videos, push alerts, and graphics
Write compelling headlines and push alerts
Work with Reporters and Assignment Editors to ensure content is posted quickly
Work with Producers, Assignment Editors and Managers to ensure cross promotion of content across all platforms
Manage LIVE streams of newscasts and breaking news
Contribute ideas to help grow the station's digital platforms