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If you want to be part of our winning team and live & work in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, email your cover letter, resume, and link to your reel to: Luke Thoburn, Director Employee Development, at: Luket@NonStopLocal.com. Our operation is built on a story-centric workflow, prioritizing compelling sports storytelling across all platforms, including linear broadcasts, streaming, social media, and digital properties.

Position Title: Digital Content Producer Position Status: Full-time, non-exemptPosition Pay: $18.00- $20.00 Per/ Hr.SUMMARY Each Digital Content Producer for our family-owned company shares a common foundation, but this position is embedded within our sports department, SWX. You will play a key role in covering local and regional sports across digital platforms, helping bring games, athletes, and storylines to life for our audience. You will report directly to the Sports Director, who will oversee scheduling and evaluate your performance. Our operation is built on a story-centric workflow, prioritizing compelling sports storytelling across all platforms, including linear broadcasts, streaming, social media, and digital properties. This role is primarily digital, but there will be opportunities for limited on-air work, including contributing to sports coverage when needed.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Gather, create, and publish sports content accurately and quickly across digital platforms in support of our overall digital and SWX sports strategies. This includes writing web stories, managing website placement, and posting to social media. • Write engaging headlines, conduct interviews with athletes and coaches, edit and publish highlight videos, and optimize content for SEO and shareability. • Meet analytics-based goals while helping grow the SWX brand and convert digital users into television and streaming viewers. • Continuously update sports stories, scores, and breaking developments on our website and streaming platforms. • Work closely with the Sports Director, sports anchors, and reporters to identify and develop digital-first sports content that complements on-air coverage. • Engage with the sports audience on social media, monitor trends, and surface user-generated content that enhances storytelling and community connection. • Track local, regional, and national sports developments and communicate updates with the newsroom throughout the day. • Assist the sports team by coordinating with schools, teams, leagues, and officials to confirm scores, schedules, and breaking developments. • Review and edit copy for accuracy, grammar, and AP style, ensuring clean and professional presentation. • Ensure all sports content meets company standards for journalistic integrity, accuracy, and production quality. • Other duties as assigned.  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Minimum one year of experience at a live commercial media outlet preferred, with a strong emphasis on sports coverage. • Degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field preferred.   QUALIFICATIONS • Strong editorial judgment with a passion for sports storytelling and a solid ethical foundation. • Deep understanding of social media platforms, especially as they relate to sports coverage and audience engagement. • Familiarity with AP style and Search Engine Optimization techniques. • Availability to cover major sports events, breaking news, and games outside of assigned shifts. • Strong writing and storytelling skills, particularly in a fast-paced sports environment. • Ability to work under tight deadlines, including during live games or breaking sports news. • Exemplary communication skills. • Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy newsroom. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a team.  TECHNICAL SKILLS • Office Tools: Understanding of Microsoft Outlook email and calendar management. • Content Management Systems (CMS): Experience publishing sports content and managing digital platforms. • Broadcast-Specific Software: Familiarity with newsroom systems such as ENPS or iNews. • Research Tools: Ability to track stats, verify scores, and use online databases effectively. • Live Streaming: Familiarity with streaming platforms and video tools for live sports coverage. • Data Analytics (Optional): Understanding of tools like Google Analytics to evaluate audience engagement with sports content.  KEY COMPETENCIES Language Skills • Proficient in communicating clearly and effectively across platforms, with an engaging and energetic sports voice. • Ability to adjust tone for breaking news, feature storytelling, and social engagement. Customer Service Skills • Ability to connect authentically with sports fans and build trust with the audience. • Professionalism when representing SWX and the station at sporting events or online. Reasoning Abilities • Strong critical thinking to evaluate sources, stats, and breaking sports information. • Ability to synthesize information quickly for clear, compelling reporting. • Sound ethical judgment in sports coverage and reporting. Physical Demands • Frequent sitting for extended periods of eight (8) to ten (10) hours per day. • Manual dexterity in operating equipment and computers. • Ability to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, especially around games and sporting events. Work Environment • Primarily indoors in a newsroom setting, with occasional work at live sporting events. • Frequent exposure to medium or high noise levels. • A fast-paced, deadline-driven sports and news environment.    What we offer: We are a family-owned and operated multi-business organization with a heart for the community we serve and our employees! We set you up for success by providing the necessary tools and training needed to succeed in your position. This includes: <ul><li>A friendly, supportive, and professional team atmosphere </li><li>Competitive wages and benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K matching, Employee Assistance Programs, and so much more! </li><li>We believe work/life balance is key to continued success. We offer Vacation days, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays, and more! </li></ul>For detailed information regarding benefits, vacation, sick, and holiday time, please copy and paste the following link into your browser: _https://heyzine.com/flip-book/nonstoplocal-wa What Next? If you want to be part of our winning team and live & work in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, email your cover letter, resume, and link to your reel to: Luke Thoburn, Director Employee Development, at: <a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Luket@NonStopLocal.com</a>.Don't forget: Complete your application at https://cowlesco.vistahrms.com/ complete all required fields, and upload any supporting documents such as a resume, cover letter, references, and examples of work! At the end of your profile creation, simply pick the position(s) you would like to apply for and press "submit." It's that easy! If you already have a company profile, log in and update your information where necessary, then apply to the open requisition. If you need assistance with creating or logging into your candidate profile, please email <a rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">careers@cowlesco.com</a> and an HR representative will respond as quickly as possible. At Cowles Company, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity is unwavering, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe that together we can build a brighter future for our employees and our organization that enriches our organization, drives innovation, and fuels our success. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We comply with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and strive to maintain a respectful, professional workplace where individuals are evaluated based on merit, performance, and business needs. All candidates selected for hire will be required to submit to a background check. Drug Testing, including THC, applies to safety-sensitive positions. Position open until filled.

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Digital Content Producer SWX

AP Stylebook

Broadcasting

Calendar Management

Coaching

Communication Skills

Content Management

Content Management Systems (CMS)

Copy Editing

Customer Conversion

Customer Support/Service

Data Analysis

Embedded Systems

English Language

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Establish Priorities

Google Analytics

Headline Writing

Interviewing Skills

Journalism

Manual Dexterity

Microsoft Outlook

Multiplatform/Cross-Platform

Multitasking

News Reporting

Newsroom

Research Skills

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Social Media

Sports

Sports Reporting

Storytelling

Streaming Technology

Television Broadcasting

Time Management

Video Streaming

Web Browsers

Web Design

Website Management

Writing Skills

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