Digital Content Manager Job at Texas Association of Broadcasters in Wichita Fall

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About Gray Media:
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About KSWO:
The top-rated station in southwest Oklahoma and north Texas leads the market in weather coverage with the First Alert Weather team, the largest group of meteorologists tracking storms in the southern plains. Lawton is ideally located halfway between Oklahoma City and the Dallas/ Fort Worth metroplex. Our region is known for the rugged beauty of the Wichita Mountains and the National Wildlife Refuge, a hiker's paradise. Affordable living, great outdoor adventures, and close proximity to major cities and their attractions make the Lawton – Wichita Falls market an exciting opportunity for career growth.

Position: Digital Content Manager

The DCM leads digital teams at KSWO and KAUZ and collaborates with station management on planning, coaching, and execution. In addition, the DCM oversees daily operations on the web, mobile, social, and OTT. We're looking for an aggressive leader who will represent all things digital at all times.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

1. Coordinate with the news director and assistant news director on strategies for the digital department
2. Understand and execute ethical, responsible news judgment
3. Oversee all digital platforms for KSWO, Telemundo Texoma, and other related products
4. Monitor traffic and analytics, find ways to continue existing growth
5. Write stories, create social media posts, app alerts, and related content
6. Coordinate with other departments on digital projects
7. Help lead news staff, providing insight, guidance, and managerial feedback

Qualifications/Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field preferred
2. Empathy for others, with a dedication to collaborating and getting it right
3. Proven track record working in broadcast journalism, with experience in the digital field
4. Passion for innovative storytelling, newsgathering, and lifelong learning
5. Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
6. Must be able to multi-task and deliver on tight deadlines
7. Ability to work well under pressure

Application Instructions:
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to Gray Careers, type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", and upload your resume, cover letter, and references.

Additional Info:
KSWO-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company. Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus before the first workday.

Vacancy Type: Full Time
Date Posted: 10/9/2024
Closing Date: 1/7/2025
City: Lawton - 73505
State: Oklahoma