DIGITAL CONTENT NEWS ANCHOR/PRODUCER (P/T) - KWCH

FOX Carolina News • Wichita, KS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

KWCH 12 News is seeking a part-time digital content anchor/producer for its web and social media platforms. This position is responsible for writing, producing, and updating content, managing station social media accounts and streaming platforms, and anchoring breaking news/live events on our television and digital products.

Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills are a must
• Understanding of and adherence to AP Style (for digital platforms) and broadcast writing (for television)
• Solid news judgment and the ability to multitask are essential
• You should be calm under pressure.
• Candidate should be social media and tech-savvy, and have a willingness to learn and be comfortable appearing on camera.
• You must be a team player with a great attitude and be available to work various schedules as needed.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, or a related field of study is preferred.
• Basic experience with newsroom computer systems is preferred (ENPS, Arc)
• Newsroom experience is desired, but we will train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Create content (copy, video, graphic designs, and/or pictures) for all digital platforms
• Publish and share new content in a timely manner
• Send necessary alerts on breaking news and other timely news content
• Approve content created by other newsroom staff, checking for spelling, grammar, and web optimization
• Strategize content delivery with the digital team to optimize growth on platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, X, and Instagram
• Produce and anchor reports from our Breaking News Desk, both on-air and on our digital platforms. This may include breaking news, live events, or daily scheduled updates
• Fill in as a newscast producer as needed

Benefits

• equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
• Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
• Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
• Improper interference with Gray’s employees' "ability to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including discharge.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level