Digital Producer

TheDigital Producerleads the transition from broadcast-focused newsrooms to multi-platform newsrooms through active daily example; providing training in methods, processes and tactics; as well as in creating/editing original content beyond that which is produced for on-airDevelops and leads winning strategy for station contentExpert understanding of Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platformsReviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar, and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelinesUse oursocialmedia andwebsite to build and reinforce brand recognition and drive viewers to televisionDetermines a story's emphasis, length, and format, and organizes material accordinglyResearchesand analyzes background information related to news storiestoprovide complete and accurate informationGathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functionsPitches on-brand local and trending stories during meetingsChecks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant factsShoots and edits content for digitalProduces reports for all platformsEnsures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production qualityBuilds and calendars digital campaigns to promote local shows and specialsWrites stories for the web and other digital platformsPerforms other duties as assignedFinds new ways to usesocial mediaand our website to engage with viewers Requirements & Skills:Degree in journalism; daily newspaper or news site experience required; live, working web samples and/or print pages preferredProficiency in Associated Press styleandAdobe PhotoshoppreferredCSS, Flash and other relevant technology skillsarea plusMaintain positive work environment through active team participation and cooperation with co-workers in all departmentsRespondpositively to feedbackSummaryLocation: MO-Kansas City;3030 Summit (Tribune-WDAF)Type: Full time