Digital Producer and Social Media Coordinator
Company Name: KAAL-TV
Job Responsibilities: Job Overview:
This position is responsible for producing content for the station’s website and digital platforms, including local news, weather, sports, and
public information. The Digital Producer and Social Media Coordinator writes, edits, and publishes timely, accurate, and engaging digital
content while working collaboratively with newsroom staff to support daily coverage and breaking news.
Job Duties:
Write clear, accurate, and engaging stories for the station’s website and digital platforms using broadcast scripts, Associated Press wire
stories, outside sources, and raw news facts.
Produce and distribute original content across digital platforms in alignment with established editorial and brand standards.
Communicate regularly with coworkers to ensure stories are accurate, complete, and appropriately presented.
Create images and use video to accompany stories using online tools; edit video clips and post content to the website, ensuring visuals
are relevant, appropriate, and impactful.
Work with Reporters, Anchors, Photographers, and Producers to generate interactive elements and additional digital content for news
stories.
Identify and post engaging digital and social media content that supports newsroom goals and community outreach efforts.
Assist with digital coverage for major news events such as station‑sponsored events, elections, and sporting events, including stories,
live‑streaming opportunities, social media posts, and photo and video content.
Assist the assignment desk by helping assign reporter stories, making calls on potential stories, managing news content, and
monitoring developing and breaking news.
Help with website layout and design as needed.
Maintain awareness of local, national, and world events and demonstrate a passion for news.
Stay informed of changes and trends in digital content, social media, and content presentation.
Report to work on time and work established schedules; hours may include early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
May assist in other roles as needed.
Attend and participate in meetings as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience in news writing (newspaper or web writing
preferred).
Strong writing, spelling, and grammar skills with sound news judgment.
Experience using digital publishing content management systems.
Working knowledge of photo editing, video editing, and basic HTML.
Experience using major social media platforms such as Facebook, X (Twitter), and YouTube.
Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a team.
Compensation and Benefits:
When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate’s work experience,
education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations. The hourly rate of pay for this
position is $18.00 per hour. For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser:
https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/
Apply online at https://myjobs.adp.com/hubbardbroadcasting/cx/job-details?reqId=5001214944206
Pay Range: 18
Company Address: 1320 Salem Rd SW, Rochester Minnesota, 55902
Company Phone: (507) 288-7555
Fax:
Company Email: sbrooks@kaaltv.com
Company Website: http://www.kaaltv.com
Hours Per Week: Full-time
Days: Mon-Fri
Hours: 40
Date Position Expires: 08/31/2026
How to Apply: Apply online via the company website
Requirements: None
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