Digital News Content Producer - Wrdw​/Wagt

Position Overview

Digital News Content Producer at WRDW-WAGT, Augusta, GA. Responsible for real‑time, multi‑platform coverage across web, app, social and streaming.

• Publish and continuously update breaking news and daily coverage on web/app with strong headlines, SEO and clean copy.
• Clip and package video for digital platforms (social, OTT/streaming, web players) with accurate context and strong writing.
• Write push alerts and coordinate urgent coverage across platforms in collaboration with newsroom leadership.
• Monitor scanners, social, UGC, and official sources; verify information and clearly communicate what’s confirmed vs. developing.
• Engage audiences thoughtfully: respond to tips, elevate community voices responsibly, and support community connection.
• Produce and edit vertical videos for various digital platforms.
• Maintain digital publishing standards (accuracy, attribution, ethics, legal/standards compliance).
• Collaborate with producers/reporters/photographers to plan coverage, optimize story formats, and execute live/event coverage.
• Operate the newsroom streaming live digital desk, provide live on‑camera presentation of scripted and unscripted breaking news.

• Proven ability to verify information and avoid amplification of rumors/misinformation.
• Basic video editing/clipping skills (e.g., Premiere, Cap Cut, ENPS/Edius workflows, or similar) are a plus.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends and holidays as news requires.

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