CBS Austin | Telemundo Austin is seeking a Digital Content Producer to be a part of our amazing multi-platform team. Our goal is to offer digital and social users’ coverage they care about, the kind that impacts their lives and content they cannot find anywhere else. In this role, you will be responsible for day-to-day production of content for our website, app, and social media platforms. You will work with the entire newsroom team on multi-platform strategy and support day-of content and ongoing editorial initiatives.
Essential Duties and Requirements:
Solid news judgment and ability to collect and confirm information from primary sources
Able to write compelling and accurate copy on deadline
Able to multitask, juggle competing priorities, and manage time efficiently
Possess strong communication skills
Able to keep track and consistently execute digital strategies and goals
Collaborative team-player willing to pitch in where needed
Proficiency with non-linear editing (i.e. Adobe, Premiere) and newsroom systems such as iNews
Understanding of CMS tools, SEO guidelines for multiple platforms
Understanding of how to use video and graphics to support content on all platforms
Experience with newsgathering and logistics, booking interviews, and managing a content calendar
Experience:
At least two (2) years of previous newsroom experience at a commercial TV station or digital news platform preferred.
Familiarity with content management systems, social media platforms, photo and video editing.
Bachelor's degree preferred, additional practical experience considered.
Spanish fluency a plus.
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.
Skills Required
- Sound news judgment and ability to collect and confirm information from primary sources
- Ability to write compelling and accurate copy on deadline
- Ability to multitask, manage competing priorities, and manage time efficiently
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to execute digital strategies and goals consistently
- Collaborative team-player attitude
- Proficiency with non-linear editing, including Adobe Premiere, and newsroom systems such as iNews
- Understanding of CMS tools and SEO guidelines across multiple platforms
- Understanding of using video and graphics to support content across platforms
- Experience with newsgathering, logistics, booking interviews, and managing a content calendar
- At least two years of previous newsroom experience at a commercial television station or digital news platform
- Familiarity with content management systems, social media platforms, and photo and video editing
- Bachelor's degree
- Spanish fluency
What We Do
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country. Sinclair owns and operates, programs or provides sales services to more television stations than anyone and has affiliations with all the major networks. In addition, Sinclair is the leading local news provider in the country, as well as a producer of sports content. Sinclair owns a multicast network, four radio stations and a cable network. Sinclair’s broadcast content is delivered via multiple-platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and digital platforms. Sinclair, either directly or through its venture subsidiaries, makes equity investments in strategic companies. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. was founded in 1986, went public in 1995 and is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol SBGI. Throughout our history, Sinclair Broadcast Group has been at the forefront of industry-changing events and technological advances. Our vision and first-to-market mentality drives our ‘next generation’ thinking; stimulating conversations, innovating through our expertise, and advocating for the development of technology and evolving business models. As a leading over-the-air broadcast television company, our primary business is to engage consumers on multiple platforms with relevant and compelling news, entertainment and sports content, and to provide advertisers and business efficient means and value to connect with our mass audiences. We recognize the vital role broadcast television plays in branding and local content delivery, and therefore strive to constantly be at the forefront of leading edge technology and structures to advance the industry.
