Digital Content Producer

WJAR, Southern New England’s News Leader, is seeking a full-time Digital Content Producer! The successful candidate will be responsible for crafting engaging content and social media posts that will drive audience engagement and help bolster WJAR’s digital presence. This position will consistently look for and create a diverse range of web content from a variety of sources. This position will also work closely with the Digital Executive Producer, News Director, Assistant News Director, and Creative Services Director.
Responsibilities and Requirements

Must have their pulse on the 24/7 news environment
Must be extremely proficient with the use of multiple video-sharing and social media platforms including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok
Creative in cross-promotions between on-air and online
Solid news judgment
Be a compelling and accurate writer
Must be proficient in AP Style
Must be able to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
Must have strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily digital production
Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
Proficiency with non-linear editing (i.e. Avid) and newsroom systems, such as iNews is a plus
May be asked to help on the assignment desk as needed
Willing to work weekends, overnights, and holidays
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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