Digital Executive Producer

Sinclair

Eugene, OR

Career-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 1-to-2 years in a television newsroom environment and experience managing digital content across platforms.

Best fit for

Candidates with experience in television newsrooms and managing digital teams are ideal for this role.
— “1-to-2 years in a television newsroom environment or equivalent”
Individuals who can build and maintain team morale through coaching and leadership would thrive here.
— “Extraordinary people skills with an emphasis on coaching, motivating and teaching”
Professionals with a background in producing content that balances brand values and audience engagement are well-suited.
— “Understanding how to interpret content brand without resorting to clickbait”

Things to consider

The role requires a commitment to journalistic ethics and accuracy in all content produced.
— “abide by the highest journalistic standards of professionalism and ethics”
The position is likely based in Eugene, OR, with potential for on-site collaboration.
— “KVAL/KMTR has an immediate opening for a Digital Executive Producer”

How to stand out

Highlight your ability to lead cross-functional teams and produce high-quality digital content.
— “nurturing a positive, productive, creative team environment”
Demonstrate your experience with digital analytics and how you've used them to drive goals.
— “Ability to utilize digital analytics and apply them to set goals”
Showcase your track record of producing results in station goals through specific examples.
— “proven track record for getting results on station goals”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

successful digital content creation
effective team leadership

Typical background

college degree in journalism or related field1-2 years in a television newsroom environment

Skills & requirements

Required

Digital Content CreationSocial Media ManagementNewsroom CoordinationStrategic PlanningTeam LeadershipDigital Analytics

Preferred

Television Newsroom Experience

Stack & domain

Digital Content CreationSocial Media ManagementNewsroom ManagementAp-style WritingDigital AnalyticsLeadershipCommunicationProblem-solvingTeam ManagementCreativityTelevision NewsDigital MediaContent Strategy

About the role

Original posting from Sinclair

KVAL/KMTR has an immediate opening for a Digital Executive Producer to direct and supervise content for all digital and social platforms. The individual who holds this position is expected to abide by the highest journalistic standards of professionalism and ethics, and to reflect fairness, balance, creativity and accuracy on all our products. The Digital EP guides and supports the digital team and the overall content center to produce outstanding daily news and special content. This individual is responsible for nurturing a positive, productive, creative team environment and making sure our digital/social platforms are relevant, competitive and timely, with a commitment to serving our audience.
The Digital Executive Producer will:
Directly supervise digital producers and collaborate with other newsroom staff, review scripts and provide feedback to encourage powerful, visual storytelling
Manage and coordinate breaking news
Collaborate with the News Director, news managers, and other station personnel as assigned
Plan, executive and oversee continuity and strategy for website and social platforms
Preferred Skills Include:
Management experience creating engaging content across multiple platforms
Extraordinary people skills with an emphasis on coaching, motivating and teaching
Strong understanding of how to grow and maintain digital/social traffic
1-to-2 years in a television newsroom environment or equivalent
A college degree in Journalism or a related field
Strong AP-style writing skills and a proven track record for getting results on station goals
Understanding how to interpret content brand without resorting to clickbait
Ability to utilize digital analytics and apply them to set goals
EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:
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.
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 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and 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.

Source: Sinclair careers