Digital Content Producer

Nexstar Media Group • Portsmouth, VA

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About The Position

WAVY-TV and WAVY.com are continuing to expand our commitment to digital first local journalism. Our newsroom is growing, and we are looking for someone to join our award-winning team as a Digital Content Producer. Applicants must be innovative, reader-focused and full of creativity. This position requires exceptional writing skills, proofreading/copy editing skills and stellar news judgment, with the ability to react quickly to breaking news. We are seeking someone with strong social media skills who will be responsible for monitoring and posting relevant content utilizing Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and a variety of other social media networks and tools. Research and database skills along with online experience in design and editing are a big plus. Position will ensure accurate and engaging copy; edit and post video in a deadline driven environment.

Requirements

• Degree in journalism.
• Daily newspaper or news site experience required.
• Live, working web samples and/or print pages preferred.
• Proficiency in Associated Press style.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, and Basic HTML preferred.
• Knowledge of CSS, Flash, and other relevant technology skills is a big plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of design for content management systems, usability and accessibility practices.
• Willingness to work any and all shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Research and database skills.
• Online experience in design and editing.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and post relevant content on social media platforms including Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
• Ensure accurate and engaging copy.
• Edit and post video content in a deadline-driven environment.
• React quickly to breaking news.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Broadcasting and Content Providers
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees