Social Media Coordinator Job at Sinclair Broadcast Group in Portland

KATU/KUNP has an immediate opening for a creative Social Media Coordinator! In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day production of news content for our digital properties, KATU's website, and social media platforms. This position will also work closely with the Executive Producer, Director, Assignment Desk and Anchors, and other digital producers to create multi-platform content. In this position, you will determine the content and flow of our postings, work with management and on-air staff to generate and write stories and develop content for any platform.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Solid news judgment
• Be a compelling and accurate writer
• Be able to multitask and manage time in order to put together an exciting and informative digital story, appropriate to the platform
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• The ability to execute news strategies and goals in daily digital production
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem-solving abilities are a must
• Proficient with non-linear, digital editing and newsroom systems, such as iNews
• Familiarity with strategies for various digital news platforms will enhance your application

Experience:

• Must have at least some previous news digital news content production experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
• Creating/writing engaging, innovative posts for sharing on social media platforms
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task while also working independently when needed
• Must be able to learn from mistakes and be receptive to guidance/feedback
• Able to communicate and work well with the digital and Newsroom teams
• Ability to understand/talk to a wide variety of sources, including but not limited to press releases, social media posts, government statements and court rulings, and be able to seamlessly report/post online news content/stories from that source
• A Journalism degree is preferred

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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

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.