Digital Content Producer/assignment Desk Editor

Tribune-Star

Base: $17 + ph commensurate with experience; bonus...
Onsite
Strong writing and editing skills
Proficient with social media tools
Ability to monitor police scanners
The Digital Content Producer is responsible for gathering, producing, and packaging accurate news content across all media platforms including broadcast and digital

Job Summary

  • The Digital Content Producer is responsible for gathering, producing, and packaging accurate news content across all media platforms including broadcast and digital.
  • Key duties include acting as an assignment editor by monitoring police scanners, booking guests, and dispatching reporters and photographers during breaking news events.
  • Candidates must possess strong journalistic integrity, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work under high-stress deadline pressures.

Matching Summary

The Digital Content Producer is responsible for gathering, producing, and packaging accurate news content across all media platforms including broadcast and digital.

Salary

Base: $17+/hr commensurate with experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong writing and editing skills
  • Proficient with social media tools
  • Ability to monitor police scanners
  • Experience in breaking news situations
  • Knowledge of SEO best practices

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative team player mindset
  • Creative engagement strategies
  • Fast-paced work environment adaptability
  • Viewer interaction experience
  • Multi-platform content creation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or Communications
  • 2+ years experience in digital publishing or broadcast
  • Digital video editing skills required

Work Rights

Not specified

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