Digital Content News Producer - Kltv

About KLTV

KLTV is the dominant station in the Tyler/Longview, TX area of East Texas. We are an ABC affiliate and have been #1 by every ratings measure, uninterrupted in every newscast for 30+ years. We also have a very powerful, dominant digital presence in the market. We are a leader in the industry in digital innovation and digital products—operating and populating 11 different apps and producing a 19‑hour a 19‑hour‑a‑day live streaming news service from our newsroom on OTT, desktop, and on our mobile apps.

KLTV has an immediate opening for a full‑time Digital Content Producer to join our award‑winning newsroom. The Digital Content Producer is the first line of real‑time content distribution for the newsroom. We need a strong writer who can deliver content quickly across all digital platforms. You will have the opportunity to focus on breaking news in a fast‑paced environment as well as enterprise digital reporting.

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

• 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.
• Monitoring social media accounts and websites to find new content for newscasts and the website.
• 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 of 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 in implementing Digital Initiatives.
• Clipping video for website/OTT.

• College degree in Journalism, Digital Journalism, or similar preferred.
• Advanced computer skills, familiarity with HTML, and common tools used in social media management.
• Must have strong writing, organizational skills, and excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to work under deadline pressures.

Other qualifications:

• Excellent news judgment; strong writing and editing skills.
• Knowledge of AP Style.
• Detail‑oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to manage multiple news stories and work under a deadline in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of copyright laws and media ethics.

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