Seeking Online Sports Producer to join No. 1 regional website MassLive.com -
Springfield, MA
Description:About MassLive.com :
Based in Springfield, Mass., MassLive.com is the No. 1 news and information website in Western Massachusetts with over 1.9 million unique visitors* per month. We are affiliated with The Republican newspaper. MassLive.com is one of 11 regional Advance Digital sites, including NJ.com, Syracuse.com, Cleveland.com and OregonLive.com.
Overview :
MassLive.com seeks a full-time Associate Producer to work with website and newspaper staff to maximize audience growth with a primary focus on sports through content production and search engine optimization. The Associate Producer is also charged with developing best practices for video editing, live streams and other technologies. Candidates must be able to work well as part of a dynamic, team-oriented staff, and embrace new technology. The ideal candidate is an organized self-starter with excellent critical thinking skills.
A flexible schedule and some weekend work required.
Primary Responsibilities :
General web page maintenance and updates for 24/7 news organization
Original reporting: Writing, editing and packaging digital content
Social media: Active presence on Twitter, Facebook and MassLive community
Manage events such as live chats, podcasts, live video streams, etc.
Develop best practices for video shooting & editing
Serve as point person with Advance Digital Community team
Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Education background in journalism or communications is highly preferred.
Applicants should have 1-3 years professional experience writing, producing and packaging digital content.
Proficient in MS Office Suite
Strong writer; familiarity with AP Style
HTML required; Familiarity with CSS, javascript a plus
Movable Type or equivalent blogging software
Video editing/shooting expertise
Familiarity with streaming technologies
Early adopter of new technologies, new processes and best practices for creating and maintaining digital content to grow audience
Results-oriented, with experience in a deadline-oriented environment
Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule
To Apply :
Candidates should submit a resume and cover letter with salary requirements to Ed Kubosiak, Editor-in-Chief, MassLive.com, by sending an e-mail to ekubosia@masslive.com . No phone calls, please. MassLive.com is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Source:Omniture, February 2012
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