Digital Content Producer - WSB TV

Position Overview

WSB-TV, one of the nation’s leading TV and digital newsrooms, is looking for a Digital Content Producer to join the team.

The ideal candidate will work effectively across multiple mediums and have a firm grasp on what moves the needle on digital and social networks. A Digital Content Producer is a skilled writer and editor who can dig for stories and produce breaking news.

They operate as an on-site, integral member of the content center, also helping direct crews to developing stories and push information to the newsroom and various platforms in real-time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Gather, create and post content accurately and in a timely manner onto digital platforms and social media
• Monitor digital analytics and use social tools to make strategic decisions
• Collaborate with reporters, photographers and other team members to effectively and accurately gather information
• Ensure daily content generation goals are met
• Track story developments, both local and national, and communicate with the newsroom throughout the day
• Assist the assignment desk by fielding phone calls and news tip emails, listen to police/emergency scanners for breaking news, and communicate with officials and other sources to confirm developments

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in journalism, communications or a related field of study
• At least 2 years of digital, broadcast or print journalism experience
• Strong news judgment, ethics and writing skills
• The ability to flourish in a fast-paced newsroom environment  
• Knowledge of web content management systems and social media platforms 
• Decisive decision maker who can turn stories under strict deadlines
• On-site position and must be flexible to work any shift, including overnights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of iNews preferred