Digital Content Producer/Assignment Desk Editor

Nexstar Media Group Inc.; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

KHON2 is seeking a Digital Content Producer/Assignment Desk Editor to write, produce and publish news content for digital platforms from Honolulu, Hawaii. This role is part of the station's Content Center and requires strong writing, editing and newsgathering skills.

You will collaborate with news managers, reporters, and technicians to deliver timely, engaging content across all media. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Journalism or equivalent experience, with proven SEO, social media, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or Communications; equivalent experience may substitute 2+ years in digital publishing/TV or radio production.

Responsibilities

• Research, find, and confirm news stories for broadcast and digital.
• Work in a fast-paced newsroom; contribute to editorial process and breaking news decisions.
• Create engaging content: stories, photos, videos, etc.
• Publish and dispatch news across digital platforms; grow audiences with SEO and social media.
• Write, produce and edit material for target audiences.

Skills

Collaboration

News judgment

Verbal and written communication

SEO

Social media proficiency

Digital video editing

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Tools

Video editing software

Social media management tools

SEO software

Job description

Are you a digital journalist? Do you have strong writing, editing and newsgathering skills? Are you proficient with the latest social media tools and channels?

The Digital Content Producer will write, produce, and package news and media content for digital publication consistent with the KHON2.com editorial process.

A key team member of the station Content Center, this role is responsible for generating content, confirming information, publishing, and dispatching news crews.

JOB SUMMARY

The Digital Content Producer/Assignment Desk Editor gathers, delivers and contributes accurate and visual news and information content across all media platforms.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities

• Research, find, and confirm news stories for broadcast and digital
• Work inside fast-paced newsroom, contribute to the editorial process and make sound decisions in breaking news situations
• Take an active role in discovering and creating news content, including stories, photos, videos, etc.
• Execute strategies that engage and grow audiences across all digital devices
• Write, produce and edit material that appeals to target audiences
• Perform duties as an assignment editor, monitoring police scanners, booking guests and assigning reporters and photographers
• Track and confirm stories from all sources including government agencies, wire services, community groups, and social media
• Research production topics using various information sources and tools
• Push local content to national outlets and other Nexstar Digital platforms across the country

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to collaborate with news managers, reporters, anchors, videographers, producers, promotions, and engineering staff
• Excellent verbal, written, grammar and analytical skills
• Strong news judgment, journalistic integrity and understanding of viewer needs and expectations
• Knowledge of media production, communication and dissemination techniques and methods, including creative ways to inform and engage via written, oral, and visual media
• Ability to meet quality standards for service and evaluate customer satisfaction
• Be able to use SEO effectively to improve website traffic
• Proficient and savvy in social media platforms, tools, and best practices
• Interact with viewers/users via phone and social media sites
• Digital video editing skills

Education/Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, TV/film or equivalent experience may substitute 2+ years' experience in digital publishing, television or radio broadcast/production.

Training/Equipment

Utilize state-of-the-art web and television technology, video and graphics.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

High-stress environment with deadline pressures. Flexible schedule and occasional overtime.

NOTE

This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

Compensation

#LI-Onsite Compensation: 17+/hr commensurate with experience and skill level

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) is a leading diversified media company that produces and distributes engaging local and national news, sports and entertainment content across its television and digital platforms, including more than 310,000 hours of programming produced annually by its business units.

Nexstar owns America's largest local television broadcasting group comprised of top network affiliates, with 200 owned or partner stations in 116 U.S. markets reaching 220 million people. Nexstar's national television properties include The CW, America's fifth major broadcast network, NewsNation, our national news network providing "News for All America," popular entertainment multicast networks Antenna TV and Rewind TV, and a 31.3% ownership stake in TV Food Network. The Company's portfolio of digital assets, including its local TV station websites, The Hill and NewsNationNow.com, are collectively a Top 10 U.S. digital news and information property. For more information, please visit nexstar.tv.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.