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WOWK-TV

Digital content Producer

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$24/hr

This position requires exceptional writing skills, proofreading/copy editing skills, and stellar ... Requirements: * Degree in journalism; daily newspaper or news site experience required; live ...

USA Today Co

Distribution Supervisor - Entry Level

Akron, OH · On-site

$43K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

... Newspaper Distribution centers. Position requires flexibility to work varied days and hours ... Manage the draw for all independent agent/single copy sales in his/her geographic area to maximize ...

Nexstar Media Group

Meteorologist

San Angelo, TX · On-site

Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other ... * Entry level to 2 years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred. * Must be ...

WOWK-TV

Reporter I, Meteorologist

San Angelo, TX · On-site

Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other ... * Entry level to 2 years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred. * Must be ...

WOWK-TV

Meteorologist

San Angelo, TX · On-site

Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other ... * Entry level to 2 years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred. * Must be ...

Tribune Media

Meteorologist

San Angelo, TX · On-site

Assists in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating weather programming and other ... * Entry level to 2 years' experience in weather presentation and reporting preferred. * Must be ...

Digital Remedy

Anchor/Reporter

San Antonio, TX

Possess strong writing and copy-editing skills * Have 2 years of experience as a Reporter * Hold a bachelor's degree in journalism or related field preferred * Be Able to work well under pressure to ...

Forum Communications Company

Features Reporter

Duluth, MN · On-site

$44K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Supply ideas for special sections, cover design and help copy editors locate materials and/or ... Storytelling is at the heart of who we are, but today, we're so much more than a newspaper. As one ...

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Digital content Producer

Nexstar Media Group

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$24/hr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Nexstar Media Group rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 103 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 76 rated media

Job description

Content Producer
FOX40 and fox40.com are continuing to expand our commitment to digital first local journalism. We are looking for someone to join our award-winning team as a Content Producer, responsible for the discovery, assigning, and posting of news stories. This requires the ability to respond quickly to breaking news, emails, phone calls, and beat calls.
Applicants must be innovative, viewer/reader-focused, and full of creativity. This position requires exceptional writing skills, proofreading/copy editing skills, and stellar news judgment, with the ability to react quickly to breaking news. The ideal candidate will be able to multi-task and work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment. This is a great job for a go-getter.
We are seeking someone with strong social media skills who will be responsible for monitoring and posting relevant content utilizing a variety of social media networks and tools.
Requirements:
  • Degree in journalism; daily newspaper or news site experience required; live, working web samples and/or print pages preferred
  • Proficiency in Associated Press style
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be able to work well under deadline pressure
  • Must take an active role in discovering and creating new content for the site, including stories, photos, videos, etc.
  • Understanding of SEO and use effectively to improve website traffic
  • Exceptional news judgment
  • Attention to detail; copy editing, grammatical and strong writing skills
  • Must be able to work autonomously and be self-motivated
  • Must have strong people and leadership skills to work with everyone in the newsroom and station

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Post stories to fox40.com, FOX40 social media sites and FOX40 CTV Apps
  • Post to social media accounts using company standards
  • Monitor police and emergency scanners and electronic/printed sources for news and disseminate the information to appropriate newsroom personnel
  • Coordinate and dispatch reporters and photographers to execute news coverage
  • Conduct beat calls and contact public information officers to gather information
  • Must be willing and able to work all shifts, including nights and weekends
  • Answer calls from viewers and develop possible story ideas

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field is desired
  • 3 years-experience in a working newsroom as either a producer, reporter or assignment editor
  • Working knowledge of various social media and digital platforms

Compensation - $24.00+/hour commensurate with experience and skill level
To be considered for this position, you must apply online at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar
Please remember to upload a copy of your resume and include a link to your work.
EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
KTXL Fox40 will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if KTXL Fox40 is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report
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About Nexstar Media Group

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Headquartered in Irving, Texas, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. is the largest local broadcast television group in the United States and one of the world’s leading diversified media companies. In June 2023, Nexstar marked 27 years of excellence in local programming and service since Perry A. Sook founded the company. Nexstar owns, operates, programs or provides sales and other services to 200 broadcast stations (including partner stations) and their related low power and digital multicast signals reaching 116 markets or more than 68% of all U.S. television households. Coupled with a growing portfolio of digital media marketing, advertising and content management platforms, Nexstar delivers powerful and innovative digital solutions and services to local and national media companies, advertisers, agencies and brands.

Industry

Broadcasting

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

1996

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