DIGITAL CONTENT PRODUCER - WTAP

FOX Carolina NewsParkersburg, WV
Onsite

About The Position

WTAP is looking for a full-time Digital Content Producer/MMJ to produce content for WTAP.COM and the WTAP social media platforms. This person will also cover news in the Mid-Ohio Valley for our newscasts. Successful candidates will have the ability to deliver compelling stories. Must be a self-motivator, able to meet deadlines, have strong verbal and written communication skills, and demonstrate good news judgment and decision-making. WTAP is looking for someone who maintains a positive work environment. The schedule for this position typically works a weekend schedule.

Requirements

  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Ability to communicate effectively with newsroom managers, producers, and co-workers
  • Must be an excellent writer
  • Must have a strong work ethic, excellent people skills, and maintain a professional attitude at all times.
  • Understanding of Current Events and Sports
  • Able to use social media outlets to engage viewers
  • Schedule flexibility; schedule and responsibilities are subject to change at the News Director’s discretion.
  • A valid driver`s license and a good driving record

Responsibilities

  • Write, shoot, and edit stories for daily newscasts, website, and social platforms
  • Move quickly with management to send breaking news and weather alerts—including push notifications—across all digital platforms.
  • Generate story ideas and build local contacts
  • Contribute story ideas in WTAP news daily story meetings
  • Collaborate with newsroom teams to create content
  • Publish to online and social platforms using digital publishing tools, video editing software, and related resources
  • Work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Gather information about news through research, interviews, experience, and/or attendance at local event functions
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Bring a team-first attitude every day
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