Digital Content News Producer - Wdam

Digital Content News Producer - Wdam

WDAM is the #1 station in the Hattiesburg-Laurel DMA. We are dominant on broadcast and digital and produce news on WDAM NBC and WDAM ABC. Hattiesburg-Laurel is market 167, and we reach viewers in eight counties (Covington, Forrest, Jasper, Jones, Lamar, Marion, Perry and Wayne). WDAM is less than two hours driving distance to New Orleans, Mobile, and the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a great station and company.

WDAM is seeking a Digital Content Producer to join our digital team and newsroom. The Digital Content Producer is the first line of real-time content distribution for the newsroom. We need a strong writer who can get content out quickly on all digital platforms. You will have the opportunity to focus on breaking news in a fast-paced environment as well as enterprise digital reporting.

WDAM is looking for someone with fresh ideas for digital spaces. Prior work with CMS, video editing, social media, and writing preferred.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working quickly to send out breaking news, weather, and traffic alerts, including push notifications, social media updates, and web stories that are updated as news develops
• Collaborating with members of the digital team and the newsroom to create news content that meets our high standards
• Posting to our online and social media platforms using digital publishing tools, video editing software, and other resources
• Creating innovative and user-friendly elements inside articles for consumption across our platforms, including photo galleries, interactive charts, and other embedded content
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn new technology are imperative
• Additional duties as assigned, including assignment desk help and conducting interviews for stories
• Ability to field viewer calls and cold call sources to confirm tips & scanner traffic
• Writing engaging digital headlines & compelling posts on social media
• Assisting the Digital Content Manager on implementing Digital Initiatives
• Clipping video for website/OTT

Qualifications/Requirements:

• BA or BS in Journalism/Communications/English or equivalent background. Some newsroom experience preferred
• A strong passion for innovative storytelling, news gathering, and lifelong learning
• Flexibility concerning scheduling and/or assigned work shifts
• Preferred knowledge of ENPS
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with a good driving record
• Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere and behave in a manner that will work well with co-workers, supervisors, and viewers

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