NTV has an immediate opening for a creative Digital Content Producer ! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of our morning newscasts and working closely with the Executive Producer and Assignment Desk on social and digital content. You will determine the content to be added to all digital platforms, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories, and develop content for our website. The ideal candidate will have solid news judgment, be a compelling and accurate writer, and be able to multitask and manage their time to create exciting and informative content in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Required Skills:
Previous experience as a web writer, and web editor is strongly encouraged
Experience in a newsroom setting on the Assignment Desk is also preferred
Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy. This includes, but is not limited to, AP style writing, attention to grammar, and a sense of urgency when breaking news happens.
Ability to communicate effectively with reporters, management, and online viewers
General knowledge and interest in local, national, and world news
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines for both the assignment desk and the website
Expert understanding of Facebook, Twitter, and emerging social media
Required Experience:
Keeping Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other social platforms updated throughout the day
Editing and posting relevant materials from reporters and producers on the website
Creating web-based content from materials gathered by photographers and reporters
Gathering news affecting the community
Listening and responding to scanner traffic
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!About UsMake your mark in Media with Sinclair Broadcast Group, a diversified media company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. In addition, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading digital media platforms. We're at the forefront of NextGen technology, enabling innovative new ways to engage with broadcast content like never before. We also recently launched a free TV streaming service called STIRR. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of Media and want YOU to join our winning team!About the TeamThe life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.