OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox TV Stations

Fox Television Stations is one of the nation’s largest owned-and-operated network broadcast groups, comprising 29 stations in 18 markets and covering over 37% of U.S. television homes. This includes seven duopolies in the top 10 markets: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, Washington, D.C. and Houston; as well as duopolies in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Orlando and Seattle.

JOB DESCRIPTION

FOX Television Stations (FTS) Digital, the digital arm of one of the nation’s largest owned and operated TV station groups, is committed to being the digital leader in Live, News and Sports. We invest in the very best people, technology and ideas, and we’re here to drive transformation of traditional media to exciting heights. We’re looking for creative, innovative leaders who are passionate about digital and crave a challenge. We’re all in. Are you? Let’s go!

We’re hiring a Digital Content Creator to be part of our next-level team at WJBK/Fox 2 in Detroit. Reporting to the Digital Content Director, the Digital Content Creator will be laser-focused on telling stories that matter most to digital and social users- and doing it better than anyone else.

Does this sound like you? You’re smart, fast on your feet, team-oriented and full of energy. You’re an expert in digital and social media platforms. You know a big story when you hear it. You’re obsessed with details. Nothing gets past you. You have a zero-tolerance policy for grammatical errors. You could copy edit in your sleep (but you won’t- we promise). You love a fast-paced, challenging environment and crave the chance to learn new things. You’ve got goals, which you strive to meet and exceed (all of them). You thrive in a competitive, fearless culture of creativity and expertise. What you do matters, and you’re out to make a difference. Most of all, you want to win. Every. Single. Day.

The person we’re looking for lives and breathes digital news and information, and is driven by an intense passion for storytelling. If that’s you, your dream team awaits.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Create compelling, UX-focused content related to news, events and topics relevant to local users and beyond, including text stories, photos/graphics, live streaming content, breaking news, and social media elements.
• Engage and build loyalty among communities. Serve as liaison to newsroom, ensuring digital and social dominance.
• Reach and engage users on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat and beyond.
• Work with 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 :

• 3+ years experience developing and publishing content, including news, on digital and social platforms preferred.
• BA/BS degree, preferably in Journalism, Communications or related field with emphasis on digital publishing1. Excellent writer and story teller.
• Superior news judgment. Impeccable writing and copy editing skills.
• Overwhelming attention to detail. Thrive under deadline pressure.
• Stellar communication skills.
• Social media expert. Proficient in content management systems, video publishing, live streaming, and digital analytics tools.

• Video and photo editing experience (Adobe products a plus).
• Must be able to work flexible hours and weekends.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.