Texas Association of Broadcasters is hiring: Digital Content Producer in Austin

CBS Austin/Telemundo Austinhas an immediate opening for a creative Digital Content Producer! The candidate should have experience writing and producing news content for the web and social media.

Candidate must have excellent writing skills and news judgment. The ideal candidate must possess strong digital analytics skills to help guide story placement on respective digital platforms. The Digital News Producer must identify and post engaging, timely, and relevant content; monitor competitive social practices, and work in line with the station's overall content strategy. This individual must be willing to teach on-air reporters to help them improve their digital skills.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Solid news judgment and the ability to write fast, accurate and mistake-free copy
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• Must be able 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 newscasts
• Flexibility and on-the-spot problem solving abilities are a must
• Ability to write in English and Spanish is preferred

Requirements:

• Must have some previous news producing experience at a commercial TV station, although the right entry-level candidate may be considered
• A Journalism degree is preferred
• Knowledge of or a willingness to learn about social media content creation for multiple platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.
• A self-starter with a drive to chase down stories, including reaching out to appropriate authorities or other sources.
• Someone with a collaborative spirit who works well with a team to achieve department goals.
• Seeks out story ideas, including follow-ups to previous reports or previews of upcoming events.
• Excellent communicator and team player who shares important information with co-workers in a clear and timely manner.
• Monitor news emails for new releases, relevant information and updates to stories and information about upcoming events and share or file that information as needed.

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.