WBAL-TV is looking for a well-rounded Digital Editor who will
be creating content for its website, mobile products and social media
platforms.  The successful candidate will be an excellent storyteller and
multi-tasker who can edit and create content facing intense competition under
constant deadline pressure. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Write/edit and publish breaking news, daily news, sports, weather, and feature stories for the stations website, mobile and social media pages.

• Write compelling headlines

• Work with Reporters and Assignment Editors to ensure content is posted quickly and accurately

• Work with Producers, Assignment Editors and Managers to ensure cross promotion of content across all platforms

• Managing LIVE streams of newscasts and breaking news

• Consistently contribute ideas to help grow the stations digital platforms

• Other duties as required

• Previous digital editing experience required

• Professional experience with nonlinear editing software (Adobe Premiere or equivalent) required.

• Strong news and editorial judgment

• Excellent AP writing skills

• Basic knowledge of Photoshop and video editing

• Strong understanding of social media best practices

• Flexibility to work different shifts, holidays, etc. on short notice to cover a 24 hour news cycle

• Ability to work well in a multi-tasking environment with frequent interruptions, while paying close attention to details

• Proficiency in Photoshop, HTML, CSS, Javascript, and other programming languages are a plus

Education:

• College Degree
  in Journalism or related field or equivalent work experience