What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multi-Platform Content Producer position at Sinclair Inc.?
WJLA 7 News in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced, self-starting Multi-Platform Content Producer to join our team. If you are highly organized, with solid news judgment, strong writing skills and attention to detail – we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law,
About Us
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
About The Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Gathering information from a variety of sources on breaking news and ongoing stories.
- Monitoring incoming communication for breaking news, critical updates and important planning information.
- Assembling that information into clear, concise communication for internal audience.
- Writing, editing, and posting stories and digitally optimized video on website and social platforms.
- Coordinating field crews for day-to-day coverage and response breaking news.
- Writing compelling headlines and push alerts.
- Managing social media output and homepage updates.
- Three years of desk and/or digital newsroom experience in commercial TV station.
- Commitment to journalistic standards and ethics.
- Strong communicator.
- Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Positive attitude, thrives in a high-energy, collaborative newsroom environment.
- Strong copy-editing skills.
- Ability to develop and maintain contacts.
- Understands news is a 24/7 business which will require nights, weekends and holidays.
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism or similar field preferred.
- Familiarity with iNews, Adobe Suite, Capsule, Tagboard, Streamyard and Storyline CMS a plus.
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law,
About Us
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates, and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR, and The Nest. Sinclair’s AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.
About The Team
The life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.