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DIGITAL CONTENT/ WEB PRODUCER - WLUC

Gray Media

Negaunee, MIFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Negaunee, MI
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Gray Media is hiring a DIGITAL CONTENT/ WEB PRODUCER - WLUC. The Digital Content Producer is responsible for creating content and managing digital platforms for Upper Michigan's top station. This role involves collaborating with the newsroom to disseminate breaking news and ongoing coverage across all platforms. The producer will also help develop goals and expectations for the digital desk and its integration into daily and breaking news coverage.

Key focus areas include Gather, write, report, and edit news stories for all digital platforms and extensions, Generate story ideas for interviews/segments that translate better to a digital platform, and Post stories and additional multimedia content to all digital platforms, including social media.

Successful candidates bring Communications Marketing Or Journalism Degree Or Equivalent, Write Produce And Post News Content, and Solid Understanding Of Digital Analytics And Social Media Strategy. Important skills include AP Style, Digital Analytics, Industry Trends, Social Media Strategy, Current Events Knowledge, and Weather Knowledge. Preferred (not required): Upper Peninsula Knowledge.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AP StyleDigital AnalyticsIndustry TrendsSocial Media StrategyCurrent Events KnowledgeWeather KnowledgeSports KnowledgeSocial Media EngagementProfessional Social Media SkillsUnbiased Social Media SkillsEthical Social Media SkillsWork Under PressureLimited SupervisionStrong InitiativeAttention to DetailPositive Work AtmosphereTyping SkillsCopy-Editing SkillsGrammar KnowledgeSyntax KnowledgeNews Story OrganizationUpper Peninsula Knowledge

Qualifications

Communications, Marketing or Journalism Degree or Equivalent

Full job description

About Gray Media:

Today, we are a growing multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest-rated television station in average all-day ratings across 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 46 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.

About WLUC:

WLUC has been a fixture in Upper Michigan for 70 years. We're located in a recreational paradise. Winter, summer, spring, or fall, if you enjoy the outdoors, this is the place for you. Ten minutes from anywhere, you will find a trail, river, lake, or event to capture your desire. The small town setting is peaceful and safe, but it still has the big city entertainment and dining experiences. It is the people of Upper Michigan that make this area stand out. They are friendly, helpful, honest, and fun.

Job Summary/Description:

The Digital Content Producer is first and foremost responsible for creating content and managing the digital platforms for Upper Michigan's top station. The Digital Content Producer works with others in the newsroom to ensure breaking news and continuing coverage are pushed out across all platforms. The position will also be responsible for helping to develop goals and expectations for the digital desk and its use in our day-to-day, as well as breaking news coverage.

Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Gather, write, report, and edit news stories for all digital platforms and extensions according to AP Style and station standards
  • Generate story ideas for interviews/segments that translate better to a digital platform
  • Post stories and additional multimedia content to all digital platforms, including social media platforms
  • Execute livestream coverage of press conferences or breaking news events, as warranted
  • Work with the assignment desk and news director to plan and facilitate daily news coverage and coverage of future special events across all platforms
  • Provide daily copy edits and regular feedback to newsroom reporters, producers and photographers regarding staff members' web stories and social media posts
  • Collaborate with the station's Sales and Marketing managers to execute news promotions and other digital content, as needed
  • Regularly review and implement recommended digital/social media tactics in coordination with the news director, digital anchor, and news staff
  • Assist in training/preparing the digital anchor for live streams and additional social media content creation

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Communications, marketing or journalism degree or equivalent
  • Able to write, produce, and post news content with accuracy and urgency
  • Solid understanding of digital analytics, industry trends and social media strategy
  • Understanding of current events, weather and sports (Upper Peninsula knowledge is a plus)
  • Able to use social media outlets to engage viewers
  • Strong emphasis on professional, unbiased, and ethical social media skills as they relate to journalism
  • Must be able to work well under pressure and with limited supervision
  • Strong initiative and attention to detail are required
  • Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving in a manner that will work well with managers, coworkers, and viewers while upholding professional standards
  • Solid typing and copy-editing skills and knowledge of grammar, syntax, and news story organization

If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your resume, cover letter, and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the  Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal )

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

Additional Info:

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.

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