Digital Content Producer
On-sitePortland, Oregon, United States
Job Summary
Curate and aggregate a steady stream of interesting content packaged to generate engagement and repeat site visitation. Monitor all forms of media including print, TV, digital, blogs, and social to quickly report breaking news and hunt for exclusive or trending stories. Craft headlines that grow audience engagement and prioritize packaging content using headline testing and metric tools to drive page views and time on site. Produce live or recorded digital-exclusive content such as interviews and explainers while assisting with development and follow-up of news stories across all platforms. Answer phones, vet story tips, and maintain daily news logs while collaborating with newsroom staff and management.
Required Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in digital content and journalism
- Clever headline writer that gets readers to click
- Strong multi-tasking abilities
- Organized, technical problem solver and quick decision maker
- Capable of researching, interviewing and writing original news articles
- Knowledge of SEO best practices and AP Style
- Enjoys working in teams and has excellent interpersonal skills
- Ease with/ability to learn new technology independently and quickly
- Regularly meets measurements of success
- Strong understanding of Google Analytics
- Chartbeat experience a plus
- Proficiency in MS Office
- HTML, CSS and Photoshop experience a plus
- Strong editorial judgment and ability to identify compelling, audience-focused stories
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
- Ability to make quick decisions and remain calm under pressure
- Must be comfortable taking a leadership role while collaborating across teams
- Strong communicator; outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Must be flexible and able to adapt to a fast-paced, evolving news environment
- Must be willing and able to work weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), as well as be able to work any and all shifts as necessary, including overnights/early mornings, nights, and holidays
- Bachelor's Degree in Communication/Journalism or equivalent experience
- 2 (two) years' experience in television broadcast/production and/or producing content for digital sites
- Familiarity with the Portland region
Desired Qualifications
- Strong understanding of Google Analytics; Chartbeat experience a plus
- Proficiency in MS Office; HTML, CSS and Photoshop experience a plus
- Understanding of multi-platform news strategies, audience engagement trends
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