WFMT
WFMT, Chicago's classical music radio station, is seeking a creative, deadline-driven
Digital Writer/Editor
to lead the creation and distribution of digital content across WFMT.com and associated social and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will craft compelling multimedia stories and features - with a strong focus on text and imagery - aligned with WFMT's editorial strategy and designed to grow and engage audiences. This professional will bring to bear exceptional storytelling abilities, a passion for classical and related music genres, and a keen understanding of digital content creation, audience engagement, and analytics.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop, pitch, write and produce original feature content related to WFMT programming, classical music, the arts in Chicago, and related public interest stories. • Employ a range of storytelling formats with a focus on text and image, but to also sometimes include video or audio to create engaging content and grow audience. • Oversee the full production cycle from concept to publication: writing, editing, multimedia production, and publishing using an online content management system. • Write effective headlines, teasers, and display copy to maximize engagement. • Strategically create and extend produced content for/to WFMT's social media platforms to increase reach, drive traffic to WFMT.com, and support audience growth initiatives. • Assign and edit additional stories from other staff, interns, and freelance contributors to ensure high editorial standards, accuracy, and alignment with WFMT's voice and mission. • Maintain and update digital content across WFMT digital and social platforms, ensuring consistency with design and style guidelines. • Use analytics tools to track content performance and inform editorial strategy. • Ensure rights and permissions are secured for all content and media assets. • Research, report, and fact-check all content according to WFMT editorial standards and guidelines. • Stay current with evolving digital tools and workflows, and recommend improvements where appropriate. • Supervise interns and support staff as assigned. • Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED: • Strong writing, editing, and communication skills • Proven experience in multimedia content production (text, image, audio, video) • Self-starter and demonstrated ability to meet daily deadlines • Experience with online publishing and content management systems; familiarity with HTML and basic web development concepts • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Audition; Premiere a plus) • Data-informed mindset; experience with content analytics and reporting • Understanding of journalistic standards and ethics • Collaborative, flexible team player with project management skills • Deep interest in classical music and digital storytelling
EXPERIENCE:
3+ years in a writing, journalism or content creation role.
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in digital storytelling or related field preferred.
ESTIMATED SALARY RANGE:
starting at $57,000 - $65,000/annual
WTTW and WFMT are committed to providing
comprehensive and affordable benefits . These benefits are available to eligible employees.
Window to the World Communications, Inc., the parent organization of WTTW and WFMT, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Digital Writer/Editor
to lead the creation and distribution of digital content across WFMT.com and associated social and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will craft compelling multimedia stories and features - with a strong focus on text and imagery - aligned with WFMT's editorial strategy and designed to grow and engage audiences. This professional will bring to bear exceptional storytelling abilities, a passion for classical and related music genres, and a keen understanding of digital content creation, audience engagement, and analytics.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop, pitch, write and produce original feature content related to WFMT programming, classical music, the arts in Chicago, and related public interest stories. • Employ a range of storytelling formats with a focus on text and image, but to also sometimes include video or audio to create engaging content and grow audience. • Oversee the full production cycle from concept to publication: writing, editing, multimedia production, and publishing using an online content management system. • Write effective headlines, teasers, and display copy to maximize engagement. • Strategically create and extend produced content for/to WFMT's social media platforms to increase reach, drive traffic to WFMT.com, and support audience growth initiatives. • Assign and edit additional stories from other staff, interns, and freelance contributors to ensure high editorial standards, accuracy, and alignment with WFMT's voice and mission. • Maintain and update digital content across WFMT digital and social platforms, ensuring consistency with design and style guidelines. • Use analytics tools to track content performance and inform editorial strategy. • Ensure rights and permissions are secured for all content and media assets. • Research, report, and fact-check all content according to WFMT editorial standards and guidelines. • Stay current with evolving digital tools and workflows, and recommend improvements where appropriate. • Supervise interns and support staff as assigned. • Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED: • Strong writing, editing, and communication skills • Proven experience in multimedia content production (text, image, audio, video) • Self-starter and demonstrated ability to meet daily deadlines • Experience with online publishing and content management systems; familiarity with HTML and basic web development concepts • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Audition; Premiere a plus) • Data-informed mindset; experience with content analytics and reporting • Understanding of journalistic standards and ethics • Collaborative, flexible team player with project management skills • Deep interest in classical music and digital storytelling
EXPERIENCE:
3+ years in a writing, journalism or content creation role.
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in digital storytelling or related field preferred.
ESTIMATED SALARY RANGE:
starting at $57,000 - $65,000/annual
WTTW and WFMT are committed to providing
comprehensive and affordable benefits . These benefits are available to eligible employees.
Window to the World Communications, Inc., the parent organization of WTTW and WFMT, is an Equal Opportunity Employer.