Digital producer and Assignment Editor

NBC4 / WCMH-TV in Columbus, Ohio, has an immediate opening for a digital producer and assignment editor. The candidate will work to maintain and promote NBC4i.com, one of central Ohio’s most visited sites for local news, writing up breaking and spot news stories and assembling video for multiple platforms. And the person will be part of the assignment desk, gathering information from sources and ensuring the smooth weekend operation of the newsroom. This role will entail shift work, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Position responsibilities

Report news quickly and accurately

Track stories from sources including government agencies, wire services and community groups

Assemble video clips to promote digital content on our platforms and on social media

Understand types of stories that drive traffic on the web, and can deliver them

Excellent at writing headlines that grow audience and engagement

Promote and distribute news content on social media

Dispatch photographers, reporters and other personnel to cover stories, coordinating logistics

Build positive working relationships with newsroom staff and management

Skill/ Experience Requirements

Experience creating digital news content

Knowledge of AP style

Adheres to journalistic ethics and standards

Video editing and knowledge of how video best works on various social media platforms

Enjoys working in teams and is a strong communicator

Thrives under pressure, able to meet deadlines and can handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Self-motivated and competitive

Ability to be fast and accurate at breaking news on the web

Familiar with contact information for various agencies to obtain information as quickly as possible

Flexibility to work any shift

Other duties as assigned

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree

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