TEGNA Inc. - Digital Content Producer

Content Producer is needed in Temple, United States.

Client: TEGNA Inc.

Location: Temple, United States

Contract: Full Time, Temporary

Job Description

KCEN-TV, Central Texas’ NBC affiliate serving Waco, Temple, and Killeen, is searching for a Digital Content Producer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a vision for what local news can and should be in the digital and social spaces. Candidates must also have a strong understanding of editing video for news and the concepts of producing a newscast. The ideal candidate will have a multitude of talents including the ability to edit video and track down information through interviews, public records searches, and social media. Our producers must be able to skillfully use social media and digital tools to research, discover and distribute content. KCEN Digital Content Producers are strong writers, great teammates, and leaders in the newsroom, responsible for optimizing the user experience on all screens.

Requirements

Prior newsroom experience, with at least 1-3 years digital experience

Excellent writing (stories, social, push notifications), editing and proofreading skills

Strong knowledge of AP Style

Knowledge of SEO best practices and how to implement

Proficiency in running social media accounts and how to optimize videos for specific platforms

Demonstrated experience with editing in Adobe Premiere and Photoshop

Excellent communication and time management skills

Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize and manage requests from various sources with an ability to work well with varied personalities within deadlines

Understanding digital metrics and analytics is a plus

Self-starter who can also work well as a member of a team

Deadline-driven and able to multitask/perform well in a fast-paced environment

Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays and weekends, as warranted by vacations/breaking news coverage