Director of Multiplatform Content & Streaming Innovation

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KDVR/KWGN is seeking a Director of Multiplatform Content in Colorado Springs. You will lead content strategy across FOX21+ streaming, digital, social, and broadcast platforms to grow local audiences and deliver compelling journalism.

You will create streaming content, anchor a streaming studio newscast, and collaborate with teams to expand FOX21's reach with innovative storytelling and original programming.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in digital journalism, newsroom operations, newsroom management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with vMix or OBS streaming system preferred.
• Strong news judgment and the ability to work quickly in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a solid understanding of AP Style.
• Ability to independently research, verify information, and produce accurate news content.
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across newsroom teams.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to evolving newsroom workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead content strategy and programming development for FOX21+ streaming platforms.
• Develop and produce original streaming content that grows audiences and expands digital presence.
• Identify and create streaming-exclusive programs, special reports, and innovative storytelling opportunities.
• Inspire and encourage staff to contribute original content via the vMix streaming studio.
• Serve as a multimedia journalist by reporting, writing, shooting, editing, and producing original content for broadcast, streaming, digital, and social platforms.
• Develop enterprise stories and feature content highlighting Southern Colorado's people and issues.
• Create content optimized for multiplatform distribution and audience engagement.
• Anchor the weekday FOX21+ 4:30-5:00 p.m. newscast from the streaming studio for linear broadcast.
• Produce and host original streaming series based on passions and interests.
• Serve as a newsroom leader in multiplatform storytelling and digital content strategy.
• Collaborate across departments to develop new content initiatives, special projects, and community partnerships.
• Champion innovative storytelling techniques and emerging digital trends to strengthen audience engagement.

Skills

News judgment

Writing

Editing

Proofreading

Communication

Collaboration

Multitasking

Adaptability

Research

Tools

vMix

OBS

Job description

KDVR/KWGN is seeking a Director of Multiplatform Content in Colorado Springs. You will lead content strategy across FOX21+ streaming, digital, social, and broadcast platforms to grow local audiences and deliver compelling journalism.

You will create streaming content, anchor a streaming studio newscast, and collaborate with teams to expand FOX21's reach with innovative storytelling and original programming.