News Content Editor (R50027816)

Fox Corporation; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic News Content Editor to join their vibrant team. This role involves gathering information, planning news coverage, and producing original stories for various digital platforms, including social media. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing exceptional writing and storytelling skills while effectively managing multiple projects. You will be at the forefront of news dissemination, utilizing your expertise in SEO and digital analytics to engage audiences. If you are passionate about journalism and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to work on multiple projects.
• Excellent writing, storytelling, and copy-editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Gather information and plan news coverage for digital platforms.
• Write and distribute news while utilizing SEO strategies.

Skills

Communication Skills

Writing and Storytelling

Attention to Detail

SEO Strategies

Social Media Expertise

Digital Analytics

Video and Photo Editing

Education

BA/BS in Journalism

BA/BS in Communications

Tools

Content Management Systems

Digital Publishing Tools

Job description

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

NEWS CONTENT EDITOR

As a News Content Editor, you will gather information and plan news coverage and produce original stories and content on our digital platforms including FOX2Detroit.com, our streaming channel and our social media channels.

News Content Editors are responsible for the basic functions of the digital/social/streaming content desk along with basic functions of the assignment desk.

• Enterprise news story ideas via phones, social media, email and internet.
• Write and distribute the news across digital while capitalizing on SEO strategies across all platforms – including social media.
• Monitor live video and audio feeds and other sources for breaking news.
• Coordinate day-to-day logistics of a newsroom including dispatching crews to assignments and working with the news team on coverage and stories.
• Be aware and aggressively work on story ideas not limited to social media tips and professional sources.
• Understand the station’s goals and work towards them every day.

The ideal candidate:

Has strong communication skills, works fast on multiple projects at once, works well independently and on a team, and is obsessed with details. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to learn new things. Most of all, you want to win. Every. Single. Day.

Excellent writer and storyteller with superior news judgement, impeccable writing and copy-editing skills, overwhelming attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under deadline pressure. Stellar communication skills, social media expertise, proficiency in content management systems, search engine optimization (SEO), video publishing, live streaming, and digital analytics tools. Video and photo editing experience is a plus. Experience developing and publishing content, including news, on digital and social platforms. BA/BS degree a plus, preferably in Journalism, Communications or related field with emphasis on digital publishing.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $50,000.00-54,000.00 annually for high cost labour markets such as but not limited to New York City and Los Angeles, $41,600.00-45,000.00 annually for all other US locations. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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