Digital Content Assistant
Fox Sports
Los Angeles, CAThis was removed by the employer on 2/5/2018 12:04:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
FOX Sports West /Prime Ticket is looking for a Digital Content Assistant to join the team. This position will gain valuable, working knowledge of FOX Sports West, supporting all Web initiatives and programming as needed on the local website. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of best practices for Websites, blogs, mobile applications and search engine optimization (SEO). Additionally, this person should have a working knowledge of sports media and social media tools and executions. This position will have opportunities to produce content from on-site locations (Staples Center, Angel Stadium, FOX Sports studios) and gain experience with field work.
Responsibilities
• Support all Web initiatives and programming as needed on local website for FOX Sports West, assist in strategic planning and vendor relations
• Assist in the editing and publishing of Web and social media content for its regional Website and social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube)
• Assist Digital Content Manager as needed on all Web initiatives, productions, events, pre-game shows, specials and news, as assigned
• Have a thorough understanding of best practices for Websites, blogs, mobile applications and search engine optimization (SEO), with working knowledge of sports media and social media tools and executions
• Support all on-air initiatives and studio projects
• Produce content from on-site locations (Staples Center, Angel Stadium, FOX Sports studios) and the field
• Creatively deliver news as it develops on all current and future platforms
Qualifications:
• A Bachelor's degree is preferred
• Must have 2-4 years of online production experience with a news background
• Experience in the news environment and strong journalistic skills. Ability to write, edit, produce and gather content under tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment without compromising accuracy or credibility needed.
• A pioneering spirit with the desire to learn emerging technologies to passionately develop and present story ideas. Invested and engaged in the local sports community and understands its role and importance on a national level. Ability to communicate and deliver ideas clearly.
• Knowledge of current web trends and tools is essential. Some TV programming or sports experience a plus. Working knowledge and understanding of Social media.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Bundle
• Knowledge of the AP style, HTML and Web design preferred
• Graphics, Photoshop and/or AfterEffects experience is a must
• Video production experience (basic editing and/or shooting) is strongly preferred
• Must be self-directing, self-motivating and able to work will with a diverse group of people
• Night and weekend work are REQUIRED
• Knowledge of Southern California sports teams/trends/athletes/history required
• Ability to work without supervision and under pressure
Division Description
FOX Sports Regional Networks are the nation's leading providers of local sports, producing over 5,500 live events each year and serving as the home town television outlets to 44 MLB, NHL, and NBA teams. FOX Sports' nationwide roster of 22 regional sports networks includes FOX Sports Arizona, FOX Sports Carolinas, FOX Sports Detroit, FOX Sports Florida, FOX Sports Indiana, FOX Sports Kansas City, FOX Sports Midwest, FOX Sports New Orleans, FOX Sports North, FOX Sports Ohio, FOX Sports Oklahoma, FOX Sports San Diego, FOX Sports South, FOX Sports Southeast, FOX Sports Southwest, FOX Sports Sun, FOX Sports Tennessee, FOX Sports West, FOX Sports Wisconsin, FOX Sports Prime Ticket, SportsTime Ohio, and the YES Network.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.