Digital Content Creator

OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

FOX Television Stations owns and operates 29 full power broadcast television stations in the U.S. These include stations located in 14 of the top 15 largest designated market areas, or DMAs, and duopolies in 11 DMAs, including the three largest DMAs (New York, Los Angeles and Chicago). Of these stations, 18 are affiliated with the FOX Network. In addition to distributing sports, entertainment and syndicated content, our television stations collectively produce approximately 1,200 hours of local news every week. These stations leverage viewer, distributor and advertiser demand for the FOX Network’s national content.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We’re hiring a Digital Content Creator to create and optimize digital content for WNYW, home of Good Day New York and FOX 5 NY. Reporting to the Digital Editorial Lead, the Digital Content Creator will be hyper-focused on quickly writing, producing and efficiently sharing compelling, easy-to-consume stories and information with digital and social users across the New York Tri-State. This position is based fully in FOX 5 NY’s newsroom on Manhattan’s Upper East side, nightside Monday - Friday shift.

Responsibilities: Write and produce compelling, consumer-focused content related to news, events and topics relevant to users across the NYC area and beyond, including but not limited to articles, videos, live streaming, photos/graphics, breaking news, and social media elements in conjunction with the Northeast Regional Digital Content Team. Work closely with the newsroom, supporting their mission to engage their communities and build brand loyalty. Optimize content for search engine optimization (SEO), while constantly prioritizing the consumer experience. Reach and engage the station’s social users on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and beyond. Work closely with the newsroom to ensure speed and accuracy of content, especially during breaking news. Collaborate with the Northeast Region, the Group Content Team and other FTS markets to distribute high-interest stories at scale. Follow group standards. Monitor real-time analytics. Other duties as deemed necessary and assigned.

Requirements : Experience developing, optimizing and publishing content, including news, on digital and social platforms. BA/BS degree is a plus, preferably in journalism, communications or related field with emphasis on digital publishing. Native level knowledge of the New York City market and institutions. Excellent writer and storyteller. Superior news judgement. Impeccable writing and copy-editing skills. Overwhelming attention to detail. Thrive under deadline pressure. Stellar communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively. Social media expert. Proficient in content management systems, search engine optimization (SEO), video publishing, live streaming, and digital analytics tools. Video and photo editing experience (Adobe products a plus).