Executive Producer III, Digital Content

Company: Nexstar Media Group
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

It's fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doingThe Digital Executive Producer is responsible for the editorial presentation of WIVB---s digital properties. The position will manage digital content producers and digital MMJ---s and rest of the digital staff. Understanding newsroom workflow, task delegation and assignment abilities are paramount. This is a key newsroom management position essential for the daily digital execution of the brand.Manage content display across desktop and mobileBe a leader in the newsroomBe a fixture in the morning and afternoon editorial meetingsContribute content to relevant events and/or stories as neededAssist with special project/sweeps planning & executionWork irregular/odd hours and available to work weekends and holidaysThink strategically about developing the digital audiences and online capacities of newsroomHelp develop new opportunities to expand news brand and services while utilizing new and emerging technologiesAdditional responsibilities as assigned by managementAssist in managing sales content elements that have strong revenue potential and web user interest.Live streaming knowledgeWork in tandem with News Director and other news managersExecute breaking news --- including SMS, social media, email alertsDevelop and maintain new sections of the web site as news coverage dictatesPlan for the long-term growth of the sites, sets priorities and plans coverage for major eventsManage social media --- station staff posts and moderation of user commentsRequired Skills/EducationPassion for local newsInnovative, user-focused, and full of creativity and initiativeStrong editorial judgmentAt least three years--- experience; one-year news personnel management experience preferredIntimate familiarity with AP StyleStrong written and verbal communication skillsExperienced with content management systemsAble to edit video and imagesWorking knowledge of web standards and protocolsAbility to understand and use state-of-the-art broadcast and digital technology.Bachelor---s degree in Communication/Journalism or related degree preferred.If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with usWork Environment/Mental/Physical Requirements: High stress environment with deadline pressures and the demands of breaking news, which can happen at any time. The Digital Executive Producer must be able to sit, conduct phone conversations, use email, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Must be able to sit for long periods of time.If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with usJob InfoType: Full timeLocation: NY, Buffalo

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