Digital Content Producer - WFXT TV Job at Cox Media Group, Dedham, MA

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  • Cox Media Group
  • Dedham, MA

Job Description

Location: MA-Boston

Job Title: Digital Content Producer - WFXT TV

 

Position Overview

WFXT Boston 25 is looking for a Digital Content Producer to join the team!

 

Do you work effectively across multiple mediums? Do you have a firm grasp on what moves the needle across digital and social networks? Can you combine journalistic know-how with versatile media skills? Digital Content Producers create the original content that is the backbone of our news operations.

 

A Digital Content Producer is a skilled writer and editor, an expert in the field of social media, who can dig for story ideas and handle breaking news. The ideal candidate must stay abreast of current events, viewing many different news outlets. They operate as an on-site, integral member of the content center, helping direct crews to developing stories and pushing information out to our various platforms in real-time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Gather, create, and post content accurately and in a timely manner onto digital platforms in support of our digital strategies
  • Write web stories, manage placement of content on the website, and post to our social media channels
  • Constantly monitor web and social analytics and use social tools to make strategic decisions
  • Collaborate with reporters, photographers, and the digital content team to effectively and accurately gather material that will enhance digital stories
  • Cull social media sites for content to help drive and enhance our editorial process
  • 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 tips emails, listening to police/emergency scanners for breaking news, and communicating in real-time with officials as needed to confirm developments

Minimum Qualifications

  • Degree in journalism, communications, or a related field of study
  • At least 1 year of solid digital, broadcast or print journalism experience
  • Creative and innovative use of social media 
  • Strong writing skills and 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 work essential and must be flexible to work any shift, including overnights and weekends.

About Cox Media Group 
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. For more information about CMG, visit 

Req #: 1922 #LI-Onsite

Job Tags

Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift,

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