Be part of a growing online news team producing national content for Sinclair Broadcast Group's network of news sites. We’re looking for a talented and creative journalist with an ability to learn new systems and jump into a fast-paced publishing environment. Online reporting should be your passion, and the ideal candidate will be a journalist able to handle tight deadlines and constantly bring new ideas to the table. You should be able to work nights and weekends when needed.
DUTIES:
- Write, select and publish news and other stories to Sinclair Broadcast Groups network of sites
- Ability to react to and post breaking news quickly and accurately is a core expectation of this position
- Daily news aggregation from around the web and editing of wire service content
- Research, report and write original stories
- Produce and edit multimedia elements for online stories
- Track trending user generated content and create interesting digital stories
- Manage remote and streaming feeds on our station’s websites and National Desk social media accounts
- Complete branded tasks as assigned daily
- Monitor analytics to measure story performance
- Video editing and production of reels, and other social media content
- Posting to social media outlets including but not limited to YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook
- Newsletter production and mailing
- Ability to work all shifts including but not limited to mornings, late nights, and weekends
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- BA/BS degree or equivalent (Degree in journalism or related field strongly preferred)
- Minimum of three years of online journalism experience
- Excellent writing skills and knowledge of AP style required
- Must have a sense of urgency when confronted with short deadlines and breaking news
- Strong understanding of content usage rights management and restrictions
- Strong proficiency in editing software such as Premiere, Adobe Cloud, Capcut, etc.
- Experience with YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, and other social media platforms
- Must be self-motivating and able to work well with a diverse group of people
- Is a team player and is willing to put the teams needs first
- Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills
- Understanding of Microsoft 360 products: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Teams
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace!
About Us
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.
About the Team
The 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.
