Job Description
WKBT News 8 Now, the leading news station in La Crosse, Wisconsin (DMA 129) is seeking a dynamic, full-time Digital Content Producer to join our award-winning team. News 8 Now is committed to delivering vital news and weather information across the digital spectrum and we need a creative and agile digital media expert to help lead the way.
What You’ll Do - Write and post engaging local news content on all digital platforms, including apps and social media.
- Curate compelling photos and video to drive traffic to News8000.com and News 8 Now social media accounts.
- Respond to breaking news with quick and accurate push alerts and articles and follow-up with posts that reflect critical news updates.
- Monitor social media and other digital accounts to track audience metrics and achieve goals.
- Utilize SEO strategies to increase unique visitors and video starts.
- Assist with the coordination of daily news assignments and monitor field crews to ensure timely delivery of linear and digital assets.
What You’ll Bring - 4-year degree with an emphasis in Journalism or equivalent preferred.
- Strong understanding of BLOX and demonstrated proficiency in AP Style.
- Knowledge of editorial processes and keen news judgement.
- Ability to work under tight deadline pressure.
- Working knowledge of popular and emerging digital/social media platforms.
- Availability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
What You’ll Receive - Competitive pay plus full insurance benefit package including EAP and 401(k) matching.
- Very Generous Paid Time Off policy.
- Supportive and collaborative environment with a team that values your work, your time, and your perspective.
- On-the-job training with state-of-the-art equipment like Ross Inception and BLOX CMS.
Morgan Murphy Media is a dynamic, progressive, and family-owned business that places our highest values on our employees, the workplace culture, and the communities we serve. WKBT is the CBS affiliate proudly serving western Wisconsin, southeastern Minnesota, and northeast Iowa. In addition to offering an array of traditional broadcast channels and award-winning newscasts, we are at the forefront of the digital and on-demand landscape locally through our website and news, weather and streaming apps.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and our communities.
Job Tags
Full time, Local area, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,