Multiplatform News Producer Fast-Paced Digital Storyteller

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KATU/KUNP seeks an experienced Digital Content Producer to join our team in Portland. You will produce news stories across platforms, guided by analytics and audience needs, while embracing the fast-paced newsroom culture.

You will write, edit, publish, and optimize digital content for web, social, and video, collaborating with teams to ensure timely, accurate, and engaging coverage that meets editorial standards.

Qualifications

• Strong writing with editing skills; newsroom experience preferred.
• Knowledge of AP Style and newsroom standards.
• Create engaging digital and social media content.
• Basic photo editing; video production is a plus.
• Strong news judgment; gather information from multiple sources.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organization.
• Manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable, coachable, eager to learn.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, publish, and update digital news content for KATU platforms.
• Cover breaking news across web, social media, video, and live platforms.
• Monitor news sources to identify and develop timely stories.
• Report and produce original local content with compelling headlines.
• Collaborate with newsroom teams to coordinate digital coverage.
• Enhance stories with multimedia, related content, and audience-focused storytelling.
• Create digital-first and social media content that drives engagement and traffic.
• Manage newsletters and identify audience growth opportunities.
• Ensure website content remains accurate, current, and engaging.
• Explore innovative storytelling tools and formats.
• Uphold KATU's editorial and journalistic standards across all platforms.

Skills

Strong writing

AP Style

Multiplatform publishing

Analytics-driven storytelling

Deadline management

Team collaboration

Adaptable

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

KATU/KUNP seeks an experienced Digital Content Producer to join our team in Portland. You will produce news stories across platforms, guided by analytics and audience needs, while embracing the fast-paced newsroom culture.

You will write, edit, publish, and optimize digital content for web, social, and video, collaborating with teams to ensure timely, accurate, and engaging coverage that meets editorial standards.