Senior Audience Producer
Hearst Newspapers · Norwalk
Senior Audience Producer
As the state’s largest local news organization, Hearst Connecticut Media Group is reaching audiences with ambitious, compelling journalism wherever they are through CT Insider’s app and websites, in newsletters, on social media, through audio and in print.
We’re looking for innovative, collaborative Senior Audience Producers who will be responsible for embedding with key departments alongside editors to help guide our reporting, understanding of analytics, responsible and relevant AI usage and optimization of our journalism.
These journalists will each work with topic teams, which could include data, state politics, investigations, education, business, real estate, high school sports and UConn sports.
They will work closely with the rest of the audience team, editors and reporters to help drive audience engagement, subscriptions and return visits. This role represents our desire to innovate and invest in and support key areas of our newsroom.
Duties and responsibilities
Works collaboratively with editors, reporters, photographers and other audience team members to ensure our journalism engages, retains and converts local readers into subscribers
Demonstrates a high comfort level with analyzing and interpreting metrics and explaining what they mean to inform coverage decisions over the short- and long-term
Uses topic-area knowledge to identify story ideas and help deliver recurring content series and annual special projects
Communicates effectively across departments during breaking and planned news events to alert users to key story developments across platforms
Qualifications
Strong editorial judgment with experience in a deadline-driven news environment
Ability to optimize stories for site, social, newsletters and search
Experience editing short and mid-form video, photos and audio in tools like Canva, Photoshop or Premiere
Quick, organized, technical problem solver who is able to consistently meet deadlines
Excellent writing, editing and verbal communication skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented with a proven ability to effectively juggle multiple tasks
Ability to work a flexible schedule for breaking news and special content opportunities, including nights and weekends
Preferences
Knowledge of topic areas like data, politics, sports, education, business or real estate
Ability to lead planning for and run livestreams and podcasts that engage and retain viewers would be valuable (one of two roles)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in journalism, English, communications or related field
To Apply
Send a cover letter, resume and clips, including strategic plans, video or social media assets, for review.
HCMG is committed to growing and retaining a more diverse workforce that better reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage all people of working age, who are traditionally underrepresented in media to apply, including women, people of color, applicants with disabilities, those from the LGBTQ+ community and veterans.
Some great candidates may not check all the boxes for this role. If you’re a passionate, dedicated worker who's interested in Hearst Connecticut Media Group but don’t have all the skills listed here, please still reach out and tell us more about what you bring to the table.
These full-time jobs with benefits are based in Norwalk, Connecticut and are not eligible for remote candidates.
Benefits
At Hearst Newspapers we not only support our employees through personal and professional development, but we also believe in promoting each individual’s physical, financial and emotional wellbeing (and that of their family):
- Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
- Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation.
- Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents.
- Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.
- Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits.
- LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual’s unique needs.
- Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey.
- Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets, too – helping you keep them happy and healthy.
In accordance with applicable law, Hearst is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in Connecticut. The reasonable estimate, if hired in Connecticut, is $56,000 - $66,000 base. A final decision on the successful candidate’s starting salary will be based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education.
Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy Health, dental, vision coverage, Health savings and/or flexible spending accounts, short & long-term disability insurance, 401k with company match, paid time off for vacation, sick days, company holidays and floating holidays.
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