KTAR.com PT Web Content Editor

POSITION OBJECTIVE:
To update, gather, and create news content for the KTAR web site. Ensure that all news content on the KTAR.com is fresh and represents the high standards of the station's on-air products. The ideal candidate for this position demonstrates strong editorial skills and sound news judgment. This is a unique position that requires extreme flexibility, including some work on weekends, evenings, etc. In addition, the position requires the flexibility and dependability to work additional hours during breaking news and other big news events. Works closely with the digital media team, news and other departments to help make KTAR.com a world class web site.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
• Experience working in a newsroom environment. Prefer experience as a reporter, copy editor, or producer.
• Exceptional news writing, editing, and grammar skills. Ability to edit, produce and create accurate, well presented content in a quick, timely manner.
• Must possess typing skills and computer input ability. Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new programs and HTML are required. Must enjoy working with computers and technology.
• Able to produce, gather, edit and update news content for the KTAR web site on a daily basis. Will require the production and gathering of text, images, web pages, audio/video, etc. and work closely with others in the newsroom to accomplish this function.
• Able to work independently with little supervision. Requires a track record of dependability and evidence of being a self starter.
• As a key player of the KTAR team, must be willing to offer ideas, suggestions and other concepts for the station's Internet activities that are innovative and creative. Willingness to support web team and participate in a variety of Internet activities.
• Proven ability to manage stress effectively.
• Willingness to telecommute or work remotely as necessary.
• Work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Work effectively in a team environment.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management, and clients.
• Consistently works hours required. Position requires extreme flexibility: able to work evenings, weekends, odd hours, etc. to ensure that web site is continually updated and fresh. Flexibility to work during breaking news and other big news events required. Willing to update content remotely from home, etc. as needed.
• Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, BUT NOT REQUIRED:
• Good working knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, PHP, and Flash is preferred.
• Some college or a degree in communication, journalism, marketing, business, or related field is preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.
• Substantial physical movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction with good eye and hand coordination.
• Lift, move, and carry up to 20 pounds on occasion.