DIGITAL NEWS INFLUENCER - KBJR Job at Kfyr Tv in Georgia Center

Overview Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formerly Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes markets with top-rated stations and digital media assets. Gray also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies and services. Gray's additional media properties include Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, PowerNation Studios, and studio facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

We understand that life needs balance. That is why we offer our employees and eligible family members a comprehensive benefits package, including :

Comprehensive Medical(Rx), Dental, and Vision Coverage

Health Savings Account with Company contributions

Flexible Spending Account

Employer-paid life and disability benefits

Paid parental leave benefits

Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits

401(k) Plan, including matching and profit-sharing contributions

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary benefits, including Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and supplemental life insurance coverage

Paid Time Off, including Relocation PTO

Focus on Caring

$18.75 - $20.19 / hr

Shift and Schedule :

Mon. - Fri. (1 : 30 pm - 10 : 30 pm)

Job Type : Full-Time

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Job Summary / Description Northern News Now is seeking a Digital News Influencer to help innovate and expand the newsroom's digital reach. The position will help create and reshape news content to best fit various digital platforms, including social media, video and graphics, written articles for websites and apps, podcasts, and more.

Responsibilities Reformats news content to optimize reach and engagement on digital platforms

Positions KBJR content to compete for attention and impact on social media

Presents content on-camera for delivery in live streams, podcasts, or social media videos

Writes AP-style news stories daily for digital platforms

Sends breaking news and trending push alerts

Ensures factual, grammatical, and legal accuracy online and upholds the station's established journalistic standards to avoid editorial bias

Coaches and collaborates with reporting staff to take advantage of the presentation of their stories on digital platforms

Regularly reviews metrics and adjusts strategies accordingly

Communicates effectively with producers to incorporate digital elements into newscasts

Creates memes, videos, and graphics for social engagement

Utilizes analytics to track trends in making daily decisions

Engage with the audience on social media and digital channels

Monitors social media for current trends and potential news story ideas

Plans and builds special site sections and features that highlight coverage, link platforms, and encourage user engagement

Qualifications / Requirements Strong verbal / written communication skills and knowledge of AP Style

Ability to edit video in digital formats

Ability to use Photoshop software to create and edit graphics

Ability to work well under pressure and well with a diverse group of people

Strong understanding of journalistic principles

Ability to balance the demands of both long and short-term projects while meeting daily deadlines required

College degree in journalism, marketing, or related field preferred

Proven record of digital and social media success

Previous experience in a professional newsroom preferred

Willingness to work flexible shifts and be on call required

KBJR-TV / Gray Media is a drug-free company

Additional Information Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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