Digital Executive Producer Job at Nexstar Media Group in Charleston

Job Description TheDigital Executive Producer owns the overall editorial presentation of WOWK 13 News’s digital properties. Principle responsibilities include managing digital content producers, digital MMJ’s, digital photographers and the rest of the digital staff. Understanding newsroom workflow, task delegation and assignment abilities are paramount. This is a key newsroom management position essential for the daily digital execution of the brand. This position reportsdirectly to the News Director. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Daily Expectations: Manage content display across desktop and mobile Be a newsroom leader Be a fixture in the morning and afternoon editorial meetings Contribute content to relevant events and/or stories as needed Assist with special project/sweeps planning & execution Work irregular/odd hours and available to work weekends and holidays Think strategically about developing the digital audiences and online capacities of newsroom Help develop new opportunities to expand news brand and services while utilizing new and emerging technologies Additional responsibilities as assigned by management Assist in managing sales content elements that have strong revenue potential and web user interest. Live streaming knowledge Brand Execution Work in tandem with News Director and other news managers Execute breaking news – including push alerts, social media, email alerts Develop and maintain new sections of the web site as news coverage dictates Plan for the long-term growth of the sites, sets priorities and plans coverage for major events Manage social media – station staff posts and moderation of user comments Required Skills/Education Passion for local news Innovative, user-focused, and full of creativity and initiative Strong editorial judgment At least three years’ experience; one-year news personnel management experience preferred Intimate familiarity with AP Style Strong written and verbal communication skills Experienced with content management systems Able to edit video and images Working knowledge of web standards and protocols Ability to understand and use state-of-the-art broadcast and digital technology. Bachelor’s degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree preferred. Work Environment/Mental/Physical Requirements : High stress environment with deadline pressures and the demands of breaking news, which can happen at any time. Some travel may be required. The Digital Content Manager must be able to sit, conduct phone conversations, use email, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Must be able to sit for long periods of time. NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! #LI-Onsite #J-18808-Ljbffr