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Digital Producer and Social Media Coordinator

2060 Digital
Posted a month ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Rochester, MN, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job involves writing engaging stories for a station's website and digital platforms using various sources and raw news facts.
  • Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience in news writing, preferably in digital formats.
  • The position requires strong writing skills, experience with digital publishing systems, and knowledge of photo and video editing tools.
  • Applicants should be proficient with major social media platforms and able to work efficiently under tight deadlines while managing multiple tasks.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, and candidates should ideally have at least 2 years of experience in a related field.
  • Write clear, accurate, and engaging stories for the station’s website and digital platforms using broadcast scripts, Associated Press wire stories, outside sources, and raw news facts.
  • Produce and distribute original content across digital platforms in alignment with established editorial and brand standards.
  • Communicate regularly with coworkers to ensure stories are accurate, complete, and appropriately presented.
  • Create images and use video to accompany stories using online tools; edit video clips and post content to the website, ensuring visuals are relevant, appropriate, and impactful.
  • Work with Reporters, Anchors, Photographers, and Producers to generate interactive elements and additional digital content for news stories.
  • Identify and post engaging digital and social media content that supports newsroom goals and community outreach efforts.
  • Assist with digital coverage for major news events such as station‑sponsored events, elections, and sporting events, including stories, live‑streaming opportunities, social media posts, and photo and video content.
  • Assist the assignment desk by helping assign reporter stories, making calls on potential stories, managing news content, and monitoring developing and breaking news.
  • Help with website layout and design as needed.
  • Maintain awareness of local, national, and world events and demonstrate a passion for news.
  • Stay informed of changes and trends in digital content, social media, and content presentation.
  • Report to work on time and work established schedules; hours may include early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. May assist in other roles as needed.
  • Attend and participate in meetings as required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience in news writing (newspaper or web writing preferred).
  • Strong writing, spelling, and grammar skills with sound news judgment.
  • Experience using digital publishing content management systems.
  • Working knowledge of photo editing, video editing, and basic HTML.
  • Experience using major social media platforms such as Facebook, X (Twitter), and YouTube.
  • Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a team.

 




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