Digital Content Manager
Colchester
Description
WFFF-TV and WVNY-TV, the FOX and ABC affiliates covering Vermont, Northern New York, and Southern New Hampshire, are looking for a full-time Digital Content Manager.
We need someone with a keen sense of news judgment and a good grasp on what gets conversations going with our viewers. The primary roles will be generating content for on-line publication and engaging with viewers via social media. It will also include overseeing the digital team. The right person will be creative, motivated, hard-working, forward-thinking, aggressive and a team player.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Acts as the key editorial leader for news content on digital platforms.
- Manages digital, mobile, and social properties while contributing to and executing a strategy for growth.
- Writes stories and posts videos for websites, apps, social media, and other digital platforms.
- Works with producers to ensure digital content is integrated into newscasts.
- Acts as a liaison between the digital team and other areas of the stations, including news, promotions, and sales.
- Oversees the digital contributions from other staff members and provides guidance to help improve their work.
- Builds special sections for websites and apps using content management systems.
- Interacts with viewers and users on social media sites, as well as by email and phone.
- Maintains accuracy and integrity in news products delivered.
- Ensures station compliance with rules and regulations applicable to FCC, local, state, and federal laws.
- Help develop and execute content for our Roku app channel
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements & Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and work-related experience preferred.
• Minimum two years’ experience in a digital role in a television newsroom preferred.
• Knowledge of content management systems, HTML, CSS, and Adobe Analytics preferred.
• Impeccable grammar and spelling, and ability to write interesting, understandable copy.
• Fluency in English; excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to multi-task, deal with extreme deadline pressure, and react/coordinate coverage under live breaking news situations is crucial.
• Ability to work extended hours, as needed.
Benefits:
- Pay: $18 - $20 per hour, depending on experience
- Competitive compensation package with medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more.
Apply by visiting: https://www.mychamplainvalley.com/aboutus/work-for-us/
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