Social & Digital Media Sports Coordinator (Part-Time)

Position Summary: This role is responsible for updating local website, curating high-performing content, crafting homepage layouts driven by data, and helping to report sports news -- everything from quick-hit local stories to breaking news and enterprise reports. This role will work on building a loyal local audience by being responsive to traffic patterns and audience interest while serving as a steward of our brands.Position Responsibilities:Monitor all forms of media (print, TV, digital, blogs and social) and be quick to report breaking sports stories and always on the hunt for exclusive and or trending content that will grow engagement and drive loyal, local trafficExcellent at writing headlines that grow audience and engagementPrioritize packaging content that grows page views per visitor and time on site, using headline testing, metric tools and observed patterns to guide decision makingCurate and aggregate a steady stream of interesting content that is packaged and promoted in a way that generates engagement and repeat site visitationUnderstand different ways to tell a story, particularly producing short videos and choosing great photosEvaluate website traffic trends to make decisions on both daily content needs and longer-term content curation that will grow local audienceBuild positive working relationships with newsroom staff and management, work collaboratively on enterprise content, and creating opportunities to market web content on broadcastPromote and distribute news content on social mediaSkill/ Experience RequirementsDegree in mass communications or digital journalismCapable of researching, interviewing, and writing original news articlesClever headline writer that gets readers to clickStrong multi-tasking abilitiesOrganized, technical problem solver and quick decision makerKnowledge of SEO best practices and AP StyleEnjoys working in teams and has excellent interpersonal skillsEase with/ability to learn new technology independently and quicklyStrong communicatorSome schedule flexibility (nights, weekends)Regularly meets measurements of successStrong understanding of Google Analytics; Chartbeat experience a plusProficiency in MS Office; HTML, CSS and Photoshop experience a plusWork Environment/Mental/Physical Requirements: High stress environment with deadline pressures and the demands of breaking news, which can happen at any time. Position will require day-to-day multi-tasking, as well as managing multiple projects simultaneously with frequent change in direction and priority. Travel may be required. A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required. Must be willing and able to work any and all shifts as necessary, including nights, overnights, early morning, days, weekends, and holidays.Must be able to sit, conduct phone conversations, use email, write letters and memos, conduct face-to-face discussions with individuals or groups, make decisions without supervision, make decisions that impact the results of co-workers, work near others, and work indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Must be able to sit for long periods of time.NOTE: This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.To Apply: Please visit the Work for Us page at KOIN.com: https://bit.ly/2NpjYBu or at the Nexstar Website at: https://nexstar.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nexstar to complete the application process. You must apply online to be considered for this position.ABOUT US: Broadcasting since 1953, KOIN-TV is Portland’s CBS affiliate, providing exceptional local news content on air and online (koin.com), CBS Network programming and syndicated entertainment to viewers across Oregon and SW Washington. KOIN News is Watching Out for You with 51 hours of local news broadcasts each week, featuring award-winning, in-depth investigations, news, weather, traffic, KOIN News AM-Extra and Game-On! KOIN-TV is a Nexstar Media Inc. television station serving Oregon and SW Washington from its studios in downtown Portland, OR. Nexstar is the largest local television broadcast and digital media company in the nation with 200 broadcast stations (including partner stations) in 116 markets reaching approximately 68% of US television households. Today, as one of the most powerful and trusted voices in America, Nexstar remains true to its mission to uphold the public interest principles of localism, diversity and trustworthy, unbiased broadcast journalism. At the same time, the company continues to simultaneously raise its commitment to support the evolving needs and interests of the local viewers, hometown businesses and community organizations that it proudly serves each day. EOE/MINORITIES/FEMALES/VETERANS/DISABLED**** KOIN is an equal opportunity employer that seeks diversity in our workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.KOIN values the contribution of its employees. We recognize their efforts by offering a competitive compensation plan and an array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), and more. We are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Any job offer is conditional upon satisfactorily completing a background and DMV check.