Digital Content Manager Job at Sinclair Broadcast Group in Syracuse

WSTM/WTVH-TV has an immediate opening for a creative Digital Content Manager! This position is an integral part of a fast-paced newsroom environment and responsible for getting breaking news and daily stories on our web pages timely and accurately.     

Responsibilities include:

• The Digital Content Manager will edit, write and manage news stories, photos, videos, live streaming and interactive content for all digital platforms, mobile, social media and emerging technologies.
• The Digital Content Manager will also react to and post breaking news quickly and accurately and will keep in constant communication with the assignment desk and news producers as stories develop.

Required Skills:

• Must be a self-starter
• Have strong writing and editing abilities
• Excellent project management and communication skills
• The ability to meet short deadlines, multitask, and work well under pressure
• Solid news judgment is key
• Knowledge of AP style a plus
• Microsoft Office and Adobe CS Suite skills required
• Strong understanding of web technologies
• Professional working knowledge of social media platforms and engagement are required
• Video editing skills a plus

Required Experience:

• College degree in Digital Media, Journalism or Communications strongly preferred
• 1-2 years of related experience
• This position reports to the News Director but must be able to take direction from multiple sources, including news producers and reporters
• Ability to work well with others.  Creativity, people skills, and a positive, can-do attitude are needed
• Must have flexibility to work other shifts as needed

The base hourly compensation range for this role is $21.64 to $24.04 per hour. Final compensation for this role will be determined by various factors such as a candidates’ relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. Full time positions are eligible for benefits that include participation in a retirement plan, life and disability insurance, health, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, vacation time, personal time, parental leave and employee stock purchase plan.

Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!

About Us

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.