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Digital Content Producer - WSB TV

Location: Atlanta, GA, US, 30309

WSB-TV, one of the nation's leading TV and digital newsrooms, is looking for a Digital Content Producer to join the team. The ideal candidate will work effectively across multiple mediums and have a firm grasp on what moves the needle on digital and social networks. A Digital Content Producer is a skilled writer and editor who can dig for stories and produce breaking news. They operate as an on-site, integral member of the content center, also helping direct crews to developing stories and push information to the newsroom and various platforms in real-time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Gather, create and post content accurately and in a timely manner onto digital platforms and social media
• Monitor digital analytics and use social tools to make strategic decisions
• Collaborate with reporters, photographers and other team members to effectively and accurately gather information
• Ensure daily content generation goals are met
• Track story developments, both local and national, and communicate with the newsroom throughout the day
• Assist the assignment desk by fielding phone calls and news tip emails, listen to police/emergency scanners for breaking news, and communicate with officials and other sources to confirm developments

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in journalism, communications or a related field of study
• At least 2 years of digital, broadcast or print journalism experience
• Strong news judgment, ethics and writing skills
• The ability to flourish in a fast-paced newsroom environment
• Knowledge of web content management systems and social media platforms
• Decisive decision maker who can turn stories under strict deadlines
• On-site position and must be flexible to work any shift, including overnights and weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of iNews preferred

CMG Media Corporation (d/b/a Cox Media Group) is an industry-leading media company with unparalleled brands, award-winning content, and exceptional team members. CMG provides valuable local and national journalism and entertainment content to the people and communities it serves. The company's businesses encompass 14 high-quality, market-leading television brands in 9 markets; 45 top-performing radio stations delivering multiple genres of content in 9 markets; and numerous streaming and digital platforms. CMG's TV portfolio includes multiple primary affiliates of ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo and MyNetworkTV, as well as several valuable news and independent stations.

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