FOX West Texas is hiring: Content Manager in San Angelo
FOX West Texas, San Angelo, TX, United States, 76902
About TEGNA
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) serves local communities across the U.S. through trustworthy journalism, engaging content, and tools that help people navigate their daily lives. Through customized marketing solutions, we help businesses grow and thrive. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches approximately 100 million people every month across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. For more information, visit TEGNA.com.
About the Role
KIDY/KXVA in San Angelo and Abilene, FOX West Texas, is on the lookout for a visionary Content Manager who is passionate about the power of local journalism. If you're an innovator eager to shape audience experiences and create engaging news content across all platforms—linear, digital, mobile, app, OTT, and social media—this is the opportunity for you!
Responsibilities
- Inspire & Lead: Strategically guide and manage our talented news team, fostering an environment of creativity and collaboration. Act as a mentor and coach, helping journalists develop their skills and grow in their careers.
- Content Oversight: Oversee the production of compelling on-air and digital news content that distinguishes us in the market.
- Innovate for OTT: Spearhead the creation of original, unique content for our OTT and digital platforms, ensuring we remain at the forefront of local news.
- Drive Daily News: Make real-time editorial decisions and manage breaking news coverage, ensuring our community stays informed and engaged.
- Engage with Community: Cultivate relationships with local figures and stakeholders to enhance our news offerings and community presence.
- Archive & Special Projects: Leverage our archives and manage special coverage plans to create distinctive content that resonates with viewers.
- Coaching & Development: Provide ongoing training and support to team members on best practices in storytelling, multimedia journalism, and digital engagement strategies. Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the newsroom.
Qualifications
You hold a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field, with 3+ years of experience in breaking news content, including leadership roles.
Required Skills
- Your journalistic judgment is strong, emphasizing accuracy, fairness, and unique local stories that engage the community.
- You are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an inclusive workplace culture.
- You have a deep understanding of SEO best practices and can analyze audience data to identify trends (experience with Google Analytics is a plus!).
- You thrive under pressure and are adept at handling live news situations with poise.
- You have strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, with a keen eye for detail in writing.
- Familiarity with the San Angelo and Abilene areas is a bonus.