Digital Content Producer

Sinclair Inc.; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair, Inc. is seeking a creative Social Media/Digital Producer in Macon, GA to generate and write stories for multiple platforms and to work closely with the Digital Executive Producer and assignment desk to develop compelling stories and videos.

The ideal candidate will bring strong news judgment, be a compelling writer, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Avid and iNews is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a newsroom preferred.
• journalism degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create content for all platforms.
• Write and develop stories/videos for multiple outlets.
• Collaborate with Digital Executive Producer and Assignment desk to execute news strategies.

Skills

Content writing

News judgment

Story development

Leadership

Time management

Deadline-driven

Editing (non-linear)

Education

Journalism degree

Tools

Avid Non-linear Editing

iNews

Job description

WGXA has an immediate opening for a creative Social Media/Digital Producer! In this role, you will be responsible for content creation on all platforms. This position will also work closely with the Digital Executive Producer and Assignment desk on content. In this position you will generate and write stories and develop stories/videos for our many platforms.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Solid news judgment
• Be a compelling and accurate writer
• Be able to multitask and manage time
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• The ability to execute news strategies and goals
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
• Proficient with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews

Experience:

• Previous experience in a newsroom is preferred
• A journalism degree is preferred

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About The Team

The 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.