KSL Digital Content Producer (Full-time)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for working in conjunction with News and programming to consistently manage content published on KSL's platforms.
• Deep understanding of station brand to appropriately publish content
• Write breaking news stories as needed
• Communicate clearly with the newsroom team
• Edit photos, graphics, videos, audio clips and text using appropriate editing tools
• Optimize story performance using various analytical tools
• Maintain careful documentation of story day planning and publishing schedules
• Participate in station's digital marketing efforts, as well as staying on top of trending digital developments
• Video switching and editing capabilities
• Create content for use on web/social only platforms

Requirements

• College degree in journalism or related field. If no degree, 1-2 years of digital project experience
• Ability to write clear, conversational and accurate content in AP style
• Ability to work under pressure and on deadline
• Ability to work well with others on a team
• Detail-oriented in reviewing content
• A passion for the news
• Capable of performing under stress while meeting company deadlines and needs
• Excellent communication abilities
• Capable of managing multiple projects in various stages of the project life cycle

Preferred

• Prefer experience working in graphic design, using Photoshop, Illustrator and Final Cut Pro
• Prefer 2+ years successful experience working in social media, with a deep understanding of social media techniques and tools
• Ability to research and implement new social media practices a significant plus, specifically experience with Facebook and Twitter ads and analytics
• Flexible personality in order to connect news, programming and promotions

Benefits

• Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment
• Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity and Parental Leave policies
• Opportunities to apply for tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off for vacation and sick leave in addition to paid company holidays
• 401(k) with Company match, fully vested from day one
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Employer-funded retirement account, fully vested from day one
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• Access to an entire team of free financial planners
• Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service