Digital Editor
Hearst Television
Baltimore, MDThis was removed by the employer on 12/4/2018 12:13:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
WBAL-TV is looking for a well-rounded Digital Editor who will be creating content for its website, mobile products and social media platforms. The successful candidate will be an excellent storyteller and multi-tasker who can edit and create content facing intense competition under constant deadline pressure.
Job Responsibilities:
• Write/edit and publish breaking news, daily news, sports, weather, and feature stories for the station's website, mobile and social media pages.
• Write compelling headlines and error-free copy.
• Work with Reporters and Assignment Editors to ensure content is posted quickly and accurately
• Work with Producers, Assignment Editors and Managers to ensure cross promotion of content across all platforms
• Managing LIVE streams of newscasts and breaking news
• Consistently contribute ideas to help grow the stations digital platforms
• Create and edit digital-first video and graphics for he station's digital and social media platforms.
• Deploy emerging strategies to grow the station's social media presence.
• Other duties as required
Experience Requirements:
• Previous digital editing experience required
• Professional experience with nonlinear editing software (Adobe Premiere or equivalent) required.
Qualifications
Requirements:
• Strong news and editorial judgment
• Excellent AP writing skills
• Basic knowledge of Photoshop and video editing
• Strong understanding of social media best practices
• Flexibility to work different shifts, holidays, etc. on short notice to cover a 24 hour news cycle
• Ability to work well in a multi-tasking environment with frequent interruptions, while paying close attention to details
• Proficiency in Premiere, Photoshop, HTML, CSS, Javascript, and other programming languages are a plus
Education:
• College Degree in Journalism or related field
• Military training from Defense Information School with experience will be considered