KTUL is looking for a Content Specialist!This person will manage all aspects of daily news coverage across all platforms by creating content to increase viewer ratings and digital engagement, including but not limited to:
Point person for daily news gathering for KTUL’s content bank
Identify, write and post content across all KTUL platforms
Listen to scanners, monitor websites/social media, and react to breaking news
Develop and maintain contacts and sources to enterprise story ideas
Produce and time newscasts
Assign and track news crews
Requirements and Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of producing or assignment desk experience
Commitment to journalistic standards of ethics and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively
Basic computer knowledge/word processing skills, knowledge of iNews and Avid is a plus
General knowledge and interest in local, national, and world news
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Good time management skills
Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and emerging social media platforms
Bachelor's degree with a major in Journalism is also preferred
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!About UsMake your mark in Media with Sinclair Broadcast Group, a diversified media company dedicated to connecting people with content everywhere! We have consistently led the broadcast industry since our inception, and now Sinclair owns the largest regional sports network business and one of the largest television broadcast portfolios in the country. In addition, we have affiliations with all of the major broadcast networks, own Tennis Channel, and several multicast networks including TBD and Comet. Our content is distributed over-the-air, on multi-video providers, and through our industry-leading digital media platforms. We're at the forefront of NextGen technology, enabling innovative new ways to engage with broadcast content like never before. We also recently launched a free TV streaming service called STIRR. Our success is the direct result of our extraordinary employees and management team who believe in our vision and are dedicated to ensuring a great future for our employees. We are advancing the world of Media and want YOU to join our winning team!About the TeamThe life-blood of our organization is our people. We have a compelling story, a goal-oriented culture, and we take really good care of people. How good? Here is a glimpse: great benefits, open door policy, upward mobility and a strong desire to see you succeed. Ready to be part of a winning team? Let’s talk.