Overview:WJZ is looking for a senior digital producer to help steer WJZ's coverage across platforms. This role is responsible for overseeing digital breaking news coverage in-market, managing digital producers, writing and editing stories across a wide range of topics, clipping and optimizing video on CBSNews.com and on YouTube, and executing on growth initiatives across platforms. We are looking for someone with well-developed news judgment who can write and edit clear, accurate, fact-driven copy and craft compelling headlines on deadline in a fast-paced environment. Scrupulous attention to detail, a cool head under pressure, and exemplary communication skills are essential.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Coordinate, produce and update web coverage of news stories, gathering the latest information from a variety of sources, always being mindful of WJZ standards
- React quickly to breaking news, writing and publishing articles and running live blogs
- Clip, edit and optimize videos for CBSNews.com, YouTube and other platforms, writing compelling, SEO-friendly headlines and descriptions
- Manage the WJZ homepage to present the best of the journalism we produce
- Work with reporters and producers to publish the best of WJZ to our website
- Proactively plan content around key news events and tentpoles
- Track content performance and share content insights across WJZ to help inform story selection across platforms
- Send push alerts on breaking news, weather and other high-interest stories
- Manage a small team of digital producers
Basic Qualifications:- You have 3+ years of experience in a digital breaking news environment and a proven ability to react quickly as news develops
- You're deeply familiar with analytics platforms like Google Analytics, Omniture, Chartbeat and Parse.ly
Additional Qualifications:- You are a skilled writer who can produce quality copy on deadline
- You have a knack for framing content in an engaging way for a digital audience
- You thrive in a collaborative team environment
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hiring Salary Range: $85,000.00 - 100,000.00.
The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.
What We Offer:- Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
- Generous paid time off.
- An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
- Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
- Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
- Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount
