Digital Journalist (Part-Time) - Atlanta Radio

Cox Media Group • Atlanta, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cox Media Group (CMG) Atlanta Radio has an exciting opportunity for a Digital Journalist for WSB-FM News. This role focuses on researching, reporting, and publishing stories across online platforms, including websites, social media, and mobile apps. Our Digital Journalists work within a 24-hour news cycle, prioritizing speed and real-time updates while integrating multimedia elements such as video, audio, and interactive graphics. The Digital Journalist will engage audiences with timely, compelling content and play a key role in expanding our digital footprint and online engagement.

Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in news journalism in broadcast media (or a closely related newsroom environment).
• Firsthand experience creating digital-first news content in a 24-hour news cycle (breaking and trending coverage with rapid updates).
• Demonstrated experience managing content across websites, social platforms, newsletters, video, and podcasts.
• Solid news judgment: the ability to prioritize, spot trends, and decide what to publish quickly and responsibly.
• Research and reporting skills, including sourcing and verifying information under a deadline.
• Proven record in fact-checking and the ability to identify misinformation and viral false claims to protect credibility.
• Proficient writing, editing, proofreading, and copywriting (news, plus lifestyle/entertainment as needed).
• Ability to manage day-to-day publishing via content management systems (CMS) and to learn new systems quickly.
• Knowledge in managing and posting for official social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X).
• Demonstrated audience engagement skills, including managing comments and reader interactions appropriately.
• Ability to use analytics (e.g., click rates and engagement) to understand what performs well and adjust content accordingly.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Adept at supporting digital goals such as increasing traffic, expanding the streaming audience, and strengthening overall online presence.
• Ability to create/edit multimedia elements, including: Basic video editing (Adobe Premiere or similar), Simple graphics creation (Photoshop or similar), Integrating audio/video/interactive elements into stories when relevant
• Proven project management, organizational, and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Strong cross-team collaboration with Programming, News, and Promotions.
• Flexibility to work a fluid schedule, including occasional evenings/weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism, digital media, or communications.

Responsibilities

• Manages the regular flow of timely news content on station websites; engages our audience on major social media platforms; drives traffic to our streaming channels; otherwise assists in growing stations’ online presence.
• Produces digital content that supports and enhances station initiatives, including writing breaking and trending news articles, creating social media content, contests, newsletters, videos, and podcasts.
• Collaborates with WSB Programming, News, and Promotions teams.
• Manages the official social media accounts for WSB, including posting on behalf of the station.
• Brings an array of original ideas and concepts to help create new content that promotes listener participation, builds the online audience, and supports digital business goals.
• Managing reader interactions through comments and social media and using analytics (such as click rates) to understand which content resonates.
• Fact-checking viral claims and identifying misinformation to maintain credibility in a fast-paced environment.
• Edits video and creates graphics for social media as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees