Digital Streaming Content Producer

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. • Chicopee, MA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Digital Producer leads the transition from broadcast focused newsrooms to multi-platform newsrooms through active daily example; providing training in methods, processes and tactics; as well as in creating/editing original content beyond that which is produced for on-air. WWLP-TV is looking for a Digital / Streaming Content Producer to write and develop content for our connected TV channel – 22NewsPlus. The ideal candidate will: Quickly write accurate, concise, and clear News stories that employ AP Style and are free of typos, grammatical errors, and spelling/punctuation mistakes Write and edit scripts, intros, and other program material in a conversational, viewer-friendly style for streaming audiences Integrate digital content with broadcast coverage, working with the assignment desk, show producers, and on-air reporters Be comfortable with digital technology, managing video livestreams and editing and posting video clips to WWLP.com and WWLP's social media channels Serve as a content creator willing to produce stories/segments and host and/or guest host one or more live digital productions on 22NewsPlus Assist and co-produce live stream digital newscasts

Requirements

• Experience with or familiarity with live production systems (vMix, switchers, ENPS, or similar streaming tools)
• Basic knowledge of WordPress, Akta, or similar digital content management systems
• On-Camera skills and ability
• Familiarity with delivering content on a regular basis and meeting deadlines
• Strong communications skills
• Ability to work alone without supervision on a program or project

Responsibilities

• Produce and edit video content using 22NewsPlus Studio and other tools
• Ensure all content meets high standards of journalistic integrity and production quality
• Research and analyze details to provide complete, accurate stories
• Host 22NewsPlus shows from our streaming studio
• Arrange interviews with people for exclusive 22NewsPlus shows
• Self-direct a show through 22NewsPlus Studio setup and coordinate guests for in-studio or remote appearances
• Plan content for each day
• Coordinate with reporters, anchors, and digital teams to ensure breaking news reaches all platforms (22NewsPlus, web, Facebook, YouTube) in real time
• Monitor social media accounts and post content on our social channels
• Monitor analytics and viewer behavior to help shape content decisions
• Keep up to date with local, state, national, and world news
• Write and edit stories for the web and other digital platforms/channels
• Other projects and duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed