Key Responsibilities

• Strive to be #1 on ABC4's television newscasts, digital and streaming platforms 24 hours/day 
• Report news quickly and accurately 
• Be able to craft original content that stands out from competition 
• Must be able to independently produce a television newscast to air on ABC4 news following training 
• Program News4Utah+, ABC4's streaming app for Roku, Apple TV, Samsung TV and Fire TV 
• Coordinate daily newsroom coverage and assignments across television, streaming, and digital platforms. 
• Book guests, schedule interviews, and maintain relationships with local sources and public information officers. 
• Ability to host streaming shows on varied topics 
• Write articles, breaking news updates, and digital content that drives audience engagement. 
• Develop, produce, and manage original video series for News4Utah+. 
• Oversee content calendars, production timelines, and distribution strategies. 
• Create and execute social media campaigns to grow audience reach and engagement. 
• Ensure all content meets ABC4’s editorial standards, journalistic ethics, and production quality expectations. 

Qualifications 

• Strong news judgment and ability to work under tight deadlines. 
• Experience with video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Audition, or similar platforms. 
• Knowledge of social media strategy, SEO, audience analytics, and AP Style. 
• Comfortable conducting interviews and appearing on camera when needed. 
• Creative thinker with a finger on the pulse of entertainment, internet culture, and streaming trends. 
• Excellent communication, organization, and multitasking skills. 
• Enjoys working in teams and is a strong communicator 
• Ability to adapt quickly to breaking news and changing priorities. 
• Proficiency in MS Office a must; HTML, CSS and Photoshop experience a plus 
• Seeks out new technology in a fast-evolving industry 
• Work a variety of shifts, including nights and weekends 

This position requires creativity, flexibility, and a passion for producing compelling content that informs and engages audiences across all ABC4 platforms. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required. 

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