WANE is looking for a digital producer ready to take their skills to the next level in a newsroom that fosters growth and development.  The Digital Producer produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content specifically for digital and social media platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to wane.com and our mobile apps. This position requires some holidays and weekends. There is NO ON-AIR component to this job.

Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelinesWrites stories for the web and other eMedia platformsCurates the content on WANE.com to maximize viewing potential for our web audienceGathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functionsArranges interviews with people who can provide information about storiesReviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and detailsDetermines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordinglyResearches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate informationPitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local communityReceives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideasDiscusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positionsChecks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant factsRevises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirementsEnsures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production qualityInteracts with viewers/users on social media sitesPerforms special projects and other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience. 

Fluency in EnglishExcellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when requiredProficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipmentAbility to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyValid driver’s license with a good driving record

ALL applicants must apply on-line at:  https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar.  Please upload resume.