Digital Content Producer

Sinclair Broadcast Group • Bakersfield, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

KBAK/KBFX seeks a Digital Content Producer to join our team. We are looking for a candidate who is excited about producing news stories on multiple platforms. A successful candidate knows how to use analytics to guide story choices and understands the needs of different platforms. But first, you must know and love NEWS!

Requirements

• Strong writing and editing skills
• Newsroom experience preferred
• Knowledge of AP Style
• Ability to create engaging digital and social media content
• Basic photo editing skills
• Video production experience a plus
• Strong news judgment and ability to gather information from multiple sources
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptable, coachable, and eager to learn
• Bachelor's degree required

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, publish, and update digital news content for KBAK/KBFX platforms
• Cover breaking news across web, social media, video, and live platforms
• Monitor news sources to identify and develop timely stories
• Report and produce original local content with compelling headlines
• Collaborate with newsroom teams to coordinate digital coverage
• Enhance stories with multimedia, related content, and audience-focused storytelling
• Create digital first and social media content that drives engagement and traffic
• Ensure website content remains accurate, current, and engaging
• Explore innovative storytelling tools and formats
• Uphold KBAK/KBFX’s editorial and journalistic standards across all platforms

Benefits

• Participation in a retirement plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Health, dental and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Sick leave
• Vacation time
• Personal time
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

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