Digital Anchor / Producer

Job Description

WANE is looking for a digital anchor / producer ready to take their skills to the next level in a newsroom that fosters growth and development. The Digital Anchor / Producer produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content specifically for digital and social media platforms in

This position requires some holidays and weekends. There is no broadcast TV component to this job.

Additional Job Description:
• Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
• Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
• Curates the content on WANE.com to maximize viewing potential for our web audience
• Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
• Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
• Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
• Determines a story’s emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
• Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
• Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
• Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
• Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
• Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
• Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
• Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
• Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Fluency in English
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to ad lib when required
• Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

Benefits

Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, 401k

How to Apply

ALL applicants must apply on-line at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar. Please upload resume.