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Nexstar Media Group Inc.

Digital Executive Producer

Nexstar Media Group Inc., Farmersburg, Indiana, United States, 47850


Position Summary:

Responsible for daily management and training of web producers, web reporters and social media producers in local newsroom. Oversee and improve the daily packaging of all digital editorial content published and distributed across the Nexstar network of sites and media platforms with the goal of increasing user interactivity and traffic -- particularly in-DMA users. Audience expert that understands how to grow distribution platforms to maximize readership. Flexibility to perform various duties and work across multiple websites depending on regional needs. Ability to jump into the mix and create high-performing content as needed.

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.Position ResponsibilitiesAttends local editorial meetings and serves as bridge between broadcast and digital in local newsroomTrains, coaches, and manages team of local digital journalistsExcellent at writing buzzy headlines that increases pageviews and packaging content that grows pageviews per visitor and time on site.Works with web producers to assure steady stream of interesting content is packaged in an interactive way and promoted in a way that generates reader interest.Evaluates website traffic trends in effort to make decisions on both daily content and longer-term content development that will grow in-DMA traffic.Leads team member responsible for planning and implementing special coverage projects (severe weather, breaking news, enterprise digital content databases and projects).Monitors major news websites, local and state news websites, blogs and social media for breaking news and trending topics.Promotes news content on social media.Skill/Experience Requirements5 years of experience gathering or producing news and information with 3 years of experience working primarily on the web.Experience building online databases (investigative, elections, weather, etc.)Knowledge of SEO best practices and AP StyleOrganized, technical problem solver and quick decision makerEnjoys working in teams and has excellent interpersonal skillsEase with/ability to learn new technology independently and quicklyAbility to take direction and quickly implement new ideasComfortable adapting to changes in evolving industry and thrives under pressureSelf-motivated, competitive spirit and assertive personality with ability to balance multiple competing projects and prioritiesSchedule flexibility (nights, weekends)Strong understanding of Google Analytics; Chartbeat experience a plusProficiency in MS Office a must; HTML, CSS and Photoshop experience a plusEducation RequirementsBachelor's degree.

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