DIGITAL NEWS CONTENT PRODUCER (F/T) - WFSB
Job Category: Internet
Requisition Number: CONTE010710
Posting Details
- Posted: March 29, 2024
- Full-Time
Locations
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WFSB
333 Capital Blvd
Rocky Hill, CT 06067, USA
Job Details
Description
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WFSB:
WFSB Channel 3 Eyewitness News is everywhere. We're Connecticut's #1 source for the latest weather including Connecticut's only LIVE doppler radar, breaking news, traffic and all the info you need to make it through your day.
Job Summary/Description:
The Content Producer assists with the daily flow of news to the newsroom for appropriate coverage both on-air and on the station's digital platforms. The CP gathers meaningful news information from various sources. They also generate story ideas, discern credible news tips, schedule news crews, and take in live feeds. The CP is also responsible for creating content that is aligned with and enhances the station brand. The CP is also responsible for publishing content on multiple digital platforms, OTT, and social media.
Duties/responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- The Content Producer assists with the daily flow of news to the newsroom for appropriate coverage both on-air and on the station's digital platforms.
- The CP gathers meaningful news information from various sources. They also generate story ideas, discern credible news tips, schedule news crews, and take in live feeds.
- The CP is also responsible for creating content that is aligned with and enhances the station brand. The CP is also responsible for publishing content on multiple digital platforms, OTT, and social media. This person should have solid news judgment, a sound grasp of online journalism, and a sense of urgency for breaking news. This is a high-pressure, deadline-focused position, which requires a self-starter, who is flexible and can multitask.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent training and/or experience.
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WFSB-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
Qualifications
Motivations
Preferred
Flexibility
Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Self-Starter
Inspired to perform without outside help
Education
Preferred
Bachelors or better in Journalism.
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
Drivers License
