Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is hiring: Digital Content Manager in Colchester

Overview

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.

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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.
• Helps 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.

Seniorities

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Fairfax, VT