Multi-Platform Content Producer_

**7News** is seeking an independent and energetic **Multi-Platform Content Producer** to join our team! This person must be highly organized, a self-starter with strong news judgment and attention to detail. They would need to be fast and accurate in gathering facts on all stories, but especially breaking news – and they would work closely with managers, producers, and field crews.If you're wondering about the **schedule,** it will be **nights and weekends** and may include some **holidays.**In addition to assignment desk-related tasks, this person would pitch and produce original 7News On Your Side content for **WJLA.com and social media platforms.**We want someone with working knowledge of how to reach and interact with large audiences on **Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube** . Our team is made up of content producers who collaborate and work with colleagues across the newsroom. Above all, we seek a driven, creative candidate who works well under pressure, believes in digital-first journalism, and is a team player who wants to jump in and help.**Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**+ Gathering news content affecting the community+ Preparing story items for presentation in the newscasts+ Assisting in the efficient operation of the assignment desk+ Planning for big events and day-to-day team operations+ Must be a great newsroom citizen who loves to collaborate with the team+ Will work closely with our reporters and anchors on content development based on our overall brand strategy+ Writing, editing, and posting stories onWJLA.com and social media platforms+ Crafting headlines and push alerts+ Producing digitally optimized video and graphic elements+ Manage our social media platforms and our homepage**Job qualifications include:**+ Bachelor’s degree in journalism or broadcast media preferred+ Two years of relative experience in the field+ Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy+ Ability to communicate effectively+ Ability to work with a multitude of people and personalities while maintaining a professional work environment+ Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines+ Must be flexible with schedule - weekend, evening, and holiday shifts may be required+ Strong copy-editing skills+ Strong planning skills+ Ability to develop and maintain contacts+ Familiarity with content management systems, Adobe software suite+ Basic understanding of iNews, Slack, Microsoft Teams, Outlook+ Data-based Journalism knowledgeSinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace!**About Sinclair**Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net .**About the Team**The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.