Newsradio Digital Content Producer

This is a Full Time Job

Job Title: WBBM Newsradio Digital Content Producer

Department: News

Reporting To: Brand Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location(s): Chicago, I.L.

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:
• Develop story ideas, report, research and write articles
• Respond to breaking news and actively monitor sources of breaking news (Dataminr, social media, AP, internal communications, broadcast, etc.)
• Collaborate with broadcast staff to advance and tailor stories and other content for digital
• Publish articles, audio stories and short videos on all digital platforms
• Write and edit headlines and text to position content for maximum engagement on the website, apps, and social media
• Ensure all articles comply with AP style and are SEO-friendly
• Ensure stories have appropriate elements (photo, audio, video, social embeds)
• Create, produce, and optimize videos, photos and other content for use across all social platforms
• Help grow the brand's social media followers and referrals to our website
• Engage and respond to social media followers in real time
• Brainstorm and execute innovative new social strategies, test new platforms, and expand social monetization opportunities
• Keep up with the latest social media trends
• Post to social media accounts, compose push notifications and newsletters
• Use real-time data in Google Analytics or other analysis tools to drive editorial/story decisions

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree
• 2-3 years journalism experience in a newsroom atmosphere
• Outstanding news judgment, and strong reporting, writing and editing skills
• Ability to work under deadline pressure independently or in a team environment
• Experience with content management/online publishing systems
• Ability to edit other writers’ work for clarity and accuracy
• Command of best practices on all social media platforms
• Understands web and social analytics and how to interpret data
• Thorough knowledge of the political and cultural landscapes of Chicago and its surrounding areas
• As is often the case in a 24/7 newsroom, availability on weekends, holidays and evenings may be required.

Desired Characteristics
• Passion for local news, social media and digital media
• Ability to evaluate news leads and tips to develop story ideas
• Ability to work calmly in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments while under deadline pressure
• Strong organizational skills and solid work ethic
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Willingness to experiment and innovate
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Audition and Premiere, or other comparable photo, audio and video editing software

Important Notes:

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