Regional Digital Content Director, Midwest (Minneapolis, MN)

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We're hiring a Regional Digital Content Director to oversee digital strategy and operations for four FOX owned-and-operated stations in the Midwest: Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee and Minneapolis.

As the Regional Digital Content Director, you will guide and support digital leaders and teams in all four newsrooms, advising on everything from local news to big stories and breaking news coverage in their communities. The powerhouse leader we're looking for is a self-proclaimed news enthusiast who knows digital content strategy inside and out and has a track record of taking teams to new heights.

This position is based in FOX 9’s newsroom in Minneapolis.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement and lead local digital content strategies for stations across platforms including websites, mobile apps and social media
• Support and empower digital leaders in each market, equipping them with the knowledge, tools and best practices they need to succeed
• Work closely with station and corporate leadership to identify key opportunities for future growth.
• Set clear, measurable goals, keeping stakeholders at all levels aware of progress
• Collaborate closely with FTS digital leaders across the country, as well as other internal FOX partners
• Assist in hiring and recruiting for open digital positions when they arise
   

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 5+ years leading digital strategy and teams within the news industry
• Proven history as a successful leader within the digital space with the relentless drive and passion to win
• Excellent news judgment with the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Impeccable writing, copy-editing and SEO skills with strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in content management systems, video publishing, live streaming, and digital analytics tools
• Video and photo editing experience (Adobe products a plus)
• Superior communication and presentations skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to identify and solve complex problems
• Familiarity with the markets, newsmakers, state fairs, and everything else that makes these Midwestern cities unique!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $140,000.00-165,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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