WGN-TV is searching for a Digital Supervising Producer with the right mix of news judgment, creativity, and command of all things digital and social.

Responsibilities:

Prepares, writes, copy-edits and posts news, sports, community, programming and promotional content from television and other sources for the web site, mobile platforms, and social media sitesCurates original story ideas and contentWrites headlines that grow audience and engagementMaintains the home page and builds special sections for breaking news and other ongoing coverage effortsProduces videos to accompany online articlesMonitors real-time metrics to guide content decisions and reach goals for pageviews and video viewsAdministers and moderates social media pages including Facebook, Twitter and InstagramWorks closely with news, programming, promotions, and sales departmentsEnsures factual, grammatical and legal accuracy online and upholds the station’s established journalistic standards to avoid editorial bias

Requirements and Skills:

Two (2) years of experience as a digital news producer or related experienceMust be familiar with Wordpress and AP writing styleMust have strong news judgment and work with the assignment desk to plan daily stories and contentExcellent writing and editing skills, attention to detailFamiliarity with news writing and journalistic standardsAbility to function under extreme deadline pressure

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Salary Range:

65K to 75K Annualized - - commensurate with applicant's experience and skill level

Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but not limited to, medical (with multiple plan options), dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) with company matching contributions, Paid Parental leave, life insurance and more.