The Digital Producer is part of a team that produces and promotes news content on WREG.com, the digital platform for News Channel 3 in Memphis, and on the social media accounts for the website and television station.   

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:        

Writes news stories and headlines for the web and other digital platforms; edits and posts video clipsAggressively breaks news on digital platforms before competing news outletsEdits and repurposes television scripts and video for grammar, accuracy, tone and AP stylePromotes content Facebook, Twitter, Youtube and other social media platformsMonitors data on page views and video views, promoting content appropriately to maximize reachMonitors email, social media and other media sources for story leads and ideas. Works with television reporters and producers to make sure information is reaching all platforms as quickly as possibleKeeps content updated on website home page and social media platformsUse our social media and website to build and reinforce brand recognition and drive viewers to televisionDetermines a story's emphasis, length, and format, and organizes material accordinglyResearch and analyze background information related to news stories in order to be able to provide complete and accurate informationChecks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant factsEnsures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production qualityBuilds and calendars digital campaigns to promote local shows and specials.Adapts quickly to changing technology and new platformsFinds new ways to use social media and our website to engage with viewers

Requirements & Skills:

Degree in journalism, experience in television or daily newspaper or online news site experience required; working web samples and/or print pages preferredProficiency in using Wordpress is a plus.Knowledge of Associated Press style, SEO is required.Maintain positive work environment through active team participation and cooperation with co-workers in all departmentsResponds positively to feedback

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The Digital Producer must be able to sit, conduct telephone conversations, use electronic mail, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work in close proximity to others, or alone. Must be open to work shifts on morning, nights or weekends as needed.