National Digital Content Producer
Sinclair Broadcast Group - Arlington, VA
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Be part of a growing online news team producing national content for Sinclair Broadcast Group's network of news sites. We're looking for a talented and creative journalist with an ability to learn new systems and jump into a fast-paced publishing environment. Online reporting should be your passion, and the ideal candidate will be a journalist able to handle tight deadlines and constantly bring new ideas to the table. You should be able to work nights and weekends when needed.DUTIES:Write, select and publish news and other stories to Sinclair Broadcast Groups network of sitesAbility to react to and post breaking news quickly and accurately is a core expectation of this positionDaily news aggregation from around the web and editing of wire service contentResearch, report and write original storiesProduce and edit multimedia elements for online storiesTrack trending user generated content and create interesting digital storiesManage remote and streaming feeds on our station's websites and National Desk social media accountsComplete branded tasks as assigned dailyMonitor analytics to measure story performanceVideo editing and production of reels, and other social media contentPosting to social media outlets including but not limited to YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, X, FacebookNewsletter production and mailingAbility to work all shifts including but not limited to mornings, late nights, and weekendsOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:BA/BS degree or equivalent (Degree in journalism or related field strongly preferred)Minimum of three years of online journalism experienceExcellent writing skills and knowledge of AP style requiredMust have a sense of urgency when confronted with short deadlines and breaking newsStrong understanding of content usage rights management and restrictionsStrong proficiency in editing software such as Premiere, Adobe Cloud, Capcut, etc.Experience with YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, and other social media platformsMust be self-motivating and able to work well with a diverse group of peopleIs a team player and is willing to put the teams needs firstMust have excellent communication skills, both written and verbalExcellent organizational and critical thinking skillsUnderstanding of Microsoft 360 products: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Teams Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!About Us Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at .About the Team The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let's talk.
Created: 2024-10-11