Digital Journalist (Part-Time) - Atlanta Radio

Cox Media Group, LLC.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Cox Media Group in Atlanta is seeking a Digital Journalist (Part-Time) for WSB-FM News to research, report, and publish stories across online platforms within a fast 24-hour news cycle. The role emphasizes speed, multimedia storytelling, and audience engagement across websites, social media, and mobile apps.

The position requires experience in writing breaking news, creating social content, and contributing to newsletters and podcasts, with strong editorial judgment and the ability to adapt

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in news journalism in broadcast media or related newsroom environment.
• Experience creating digital-first news content in a 24-hour news cycle.
• Experience managing content across websites, social platforms, newsletters, video, and podcasts.
• Strong news judgment to publish quickly and responsibly.
• Proficient writing, editing, proofreading, and copywriting.
• Ability to use analytics to understand performance and adjust content.

Responsibilities

• Manage timely news content on station websites and social platforms; drive traffic and engagement.
• Produce digital content including breaking/news articles, social content, newsletters, videos, and podcasts.
• Collaborate with programming, news, and promotions teams.
• Manage official social media accounts for the station and post on its behalf.
• Generate original ideas to grow online audience and digital business goals.
• Monitor reader interactions and use analytics to guide content decisions.
• Fact-check viral claims to maintain credibility in a fast-paced setting.
• Edit video and create graphics for social media as needed.

Skills

Digital journalism

Social media management

Analytics

Writing & editing

Deadline-driven

News reporting

Copywriting

CMS usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism

Tools

CMS (Content Management System)

Adobe Premiere

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Digital Journalist (Part-Time) - Atlanta Radio

Location:GA-Atlanta

Job Title: Digital Journalist (Part-Time) - Atlanta Radio

Position Overview

Cox Media Group (CMG) Atlanta Radio has an exciting opportunity for a Digital Journalist for WSB-FM News. We are building something big at CMG, connecting audiences to the content they rely on and creating solutions that help our advertisers reach the customers they want to reach. We invite you to join us!

This role focuses on researching, reporting, and publishing stories across online platforms, including websites, social media, and mobile apps. Our Digital Journalists work within a 24-hour news cycle, prioritizing speed and real-time updates while integrating multimedia elements such as video, audio, and interactive graphics. The Digital Journalist will engage audiences with timely, compelling content and play a key role in expanding our digital footprint and online engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages the regular flow of timely news content on station websites; engages our audience on major social media platforms; drives traffic to our streaming channels; otherwise assists in growing stations' online presence.
• Produces digital content that supports and enhances station initiatives, including writing breaking and trending news articles, creating social media content, contests, newsletters, videos, and podcasts.
• Collaborates with WSB Programming, News, and Promotions teams.
• Manages the official social media accounts for WSB, including posting on behalf of the station.
• Brings an array of original ideas and concepts to help create new content that promotes listener participation, builds the online audience, and supports digital business goals.
• Managing reader interactions through comments and social media and using analytics (such as click rates) to understand which content resonates.
• Fact-checking viral claims and identifying misinformation to maintain credibility in a fast-paced environment.
• Edits video and creates graphics for social media as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in news journalism in broadcast media (or a closely related newsroom environment).
• Firsthand experience creating digital-first news content in a 24-hour news cycle (breaking and trending coverage with rapid updates).
• Demonstrated experience managing content across websites, social platforms, newsletters, video, and podcasts.
• Solid news judgment: the ability to prioritize, spot trends, and decide what to publish quickly and responsibly.
• Research and reporting skills, including sourcing and verifying information under a deadline.
• Proven record in fact-checking and the ability to identify misinformation and viral false claims to protect credibility.
• Proficient writing, editing, proofreading, and copywriting (news, plus lifestyle/entertainment as needed).
• Ability to manage day-to-day publishing via content management systems (CMS) and to learn new systems quickly.
• Knowledge in managing and posting for official social media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X).
• Demonstrated audience engagement skills, including managing comments and reader interactions appropriately.
• Ability to use analytics (e.g., click rates and engagement) to understand what performs well and adjust content accordingly.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record

Minimum Qualifications (continued)

• Adept at supporting digital goals such as increasing traffic, expanding the streaming audience, and strengthening overall online presence.
• Ability to create/edit multimedia elements, including:
  • Basic video editing (Adobe Premiere or similar)
  • Simple graphics creation (Photoshop or similar)
  • Integrating audio/video/interactive elements into stories when relevant
• Proven project management, organizational, and attention to detail skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Strong cross-team collaboration with Programming, News, and Promotions.
• Flexibility to work a fluid schedule, including occasional evenings/weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in journalism, digital media, or communications.

About Cox Media Group

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 17 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations. For more information about CMG, visit www.coxmediagroup.com

CMG is a special place. Here, we rely on our winning mindset and deep expertise to find creative solutions, think differently, and work together to positively impact the people and communities we serve. It's where we connect and inspire diverse audiences every day and everywhere with our unmatched content, products, services and people.

At CMG, we take pride in our collaborative and open environment, where everyone feels valued, seen and heard. Our shared commitment to living our company's core Values – Teamwork, Integrity, Quality and Fiscal Responsibility - propels us every day, in everything we do. We encourage you to explore #LifeAtCMG, where you can bring your best, authentic self to work, think boldly and make a difference.

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CMG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.