Web Producer

Web ProducerFOX44/KWKT in Waco, Texas is looking for an intelligent and highly motivated Web Producer. The Web Producer will help with broadcast newsroom collaboration, write and produce several stories per day for the website, as well as manage FOX44 social media accounts through consistent, engaging and on-brand posts. This individual should have excellent editing, TV/web writing and influencing skills.ResponsibilitiesProduce breaking news events across multiple platforms by working with reporters in the field, the news assignment desk and independent sources alike.Curate the homepage and subsections.Assist in managing a group of regular contributors to the web site.Produce all news sections of the website, including the homepage, and contribute to local franchises.Manage the production of articles, videos and slideshows.Be an advocate for Fox44News.com in the newsroom and beyond.Manage the social media strategy for FOX44.Help grow the main brand social media account pages through thoughtful, engaging posts that deliver on key metrics.Make sure the station's social media accounts have relevant content throughout the day and that the voice, tone and mix of content fit with the overall editorial strategy on-air and online.Monitor social media channels for breaking news.Engage with viewers who reach out through social media channels.Basic Qualifications/RequirementsBachelor's degreeDemonstrated knowledge of AP Style writing and guidelinesEligibility RequirementsMust be 18 years or olderMust be available to work overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed or requiredSuccessfully pass a background check and driving record reviewDesired Characteristics Basic QualificationsSome experience as a video journalist, editor, writer or producer at a news organization or blog that creates content under tight deadlinesExceptional communication skillsKnowledge of TV and web writingMust have the desire to work in a creative, demanding, competitive environment, perform other duties as assignedExperience in editing video for TV and webExperience in a news environment is a plusExcellent news instincts with the ability to react decisively to breaking news, combined with the ability to write succinctly and with flairAbility to work on multiple tasks and stories simultaneously in a fast-paced environmentTeam player mentality