Digital Content Creator Job at Weigel Broadcasting Co. in Chicago

Weigel Broadcasting Co. is a family-owned media company based in Chicago, Illinois. The company owns and operates national television networks, as well as local broadcast stations throughout the country. Weigel is the leader in the multicast television network space with MeTV, Memorable Entertainment Television, the number-one rated multicast network, as well as the Movies! Network in cooperation with the Fox Television Stations, the Catchy Comedy Network, the H&I - Heroes & Icons Network, the Start TV Network and the Dabl Network in association with the CBS Television Stations, the Story Television Network and the MeTV Toons Network. Weigel produces the original network TV programs Toon In With Me, Svengoolie and Collector’s Call. Weigel's local stations include CBS, ABC, The CW, MyNet, Telemundo and Univision network affiliates, offering a mix of entertainment programing, local news and professional and college sports broadcasts. Weigel and its affiliate companies broadcast network and independent television stations serving New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Houston, Washington, D.C., Phoenix, Seattle, Denver, Orlando, Cleveland, Portland, St. Louis, Nashville, Salt Lake City, Hartford, Milwaukee, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Des Moines, Green Bay, South Bend, Evansville and Rockford. Weigel is the creator of the nationally syndicated music format MeTV FM. For more information on Weigel, visit: https://www.weigelbroadcasting.com/.

MeTV/ Yikesgeist Digital Content Creator

General Job Description:

Are you a horror hound? Are your friends and family tired of hearing you talk about the best Draculas over the years? Do you devour horror research the way zombies devour brains, and can you tell us what movie established zombies eating brains?

If so, you just might be the Digital Content Creator that Weigel’s Digital Team and Yikesgeist is looking for. We’re searching for a “ghost” writer - a true horror fan who respects and loves classic horror and can share that passion digitally. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio of social media management and content creation, especially short-form video. Must have their finger on the pulse of current horror influencers and communities and can communicate with both horror super-fans and casual scrollers alike. You’ll be wearing many hats – writing, researching, community management, battling trolls, appearing in videos, interviewing outside parties, editing, and more. Attention to detail and ability to turn work around quickly is a must. Must be comfortable being on-camera.

About Yikesgeist:

Yikesgeist is the new home for all things classic horror. Focusing on bite-sized horror education told in a way that everyone from horror hounds to the squeamish can enjoy, Yikesgeist looks back on the monsters that made us and how they’re still stalking horror media today.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Build a community of loyal fans across social media platforms.

Seek out and engage fans in groups.

Identify, connect with, and maintain relationships with influencers and other partners.

Schedule posts and create original content for Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and other apps.

Interview outside parties and edit interviews into video and written content.

Write articles, quizzes, and lists for web.

Prepare media assets and curate user-generated content.

Film and edit short-form video content for social.

Collaborate with talent, writers, producers and marketing to craft content.

Serve as an ambassador of our brands to engage talent, fan groups and organizations.

Partner with the social media teams of media companies for cross-promotional campaigns.

Observe trademark and copyright compliance.

Other duties, as assigned.

Requirements:

Must submit a portfolio with writing samples and created video content.

3 or more years of experience coordinating social media accounts.

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or equivalent experience.

Understanding of AP Style.

Willing to work occasional nights and weekends as required.

A demonstrated passion for and knowledge of classic television, horror and social media platforms.

Successful copyediting and writing experience in digital publishing.

Knowledge of all social media platforms and experience managing messaging across social platforms.

Familiarity with social media analytics.

Aptitude and curiosity: someone who wants to learn more, has demonstrated skill growth, and is relentlessly self-improving.

A team player who makes others successful.

Our Perks & Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance package

Long Term Disability Insurance

HSA Plan

401k with Company Match

Vacation/PTO/Sick/Paid Holidays

Paid Qualified-FMLA Leave

Tax-free Transit

Discounted Parking Access

Convenient access to highways and public transportation

One block from the aptly named Restaurant Row

Weigel Broadcasting Co. maintains an Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for all applicants and employees. We give fair consideration to all qualified persons and afford all our employees opportunities for advancement according to their individual abilities, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age or sex, or other protected categories. No opportunities for promotion, transfer or any other benefit of employment will be diminished through discriminatory practices. Employees or prospective employees have the right to notify an appropriate local, state or Federal agency if they believe they have been discriminated against.