Digital Media Specialist

Digital Media Specialist

Full-time, onsite in Washington, DC (not remote-eligible)

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT THE BIG PICTURE:

The Digital Media Specialist will work closely with the Digital team, anchors, producers, reporters and assignment editors to coordinate on-air and online news coverage in the Washington, DC office. The candidate will create compelling content for digital platforms (including but not limited to websites, apps, and social media), manage multiple social media accounts, and execute the EWTN News Digital Strategy.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Execute strategies that build brand awareness and increase audience acquisition for the EWTN News shows and services.
• Create multimedia content; review and copy edit content on a daily basis.
• Manage various social media accounts simultaneously.
• Upload and execute search engine and social media optimization for EWTN News shows content on digital platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and others.
• Create reports and analyze data to measure progress and effectiveness of messaging and social media efforts.
• Work with Editors and Media Managers to obtain photos and video content to accompany social media posts and website.
• Collaborate with Managing Editors, Executive Producers, Producers, and Correspondents to create new/original content for social media posts.
• Collaborate with international EWTN News colleagues across radio, print, and digital in different languages, such as Spanish, Italian, and German.
• Provide ongoing feedback to improve processes and best practices; stay well-informed of changing trends in viewership, technology, and best practices.
• Test new social platforms, as needed.

ABOUT YOU:

• You have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in digital media management, preferably in the field of journalism and/or a newsroom environment.
• You are a practicing Catholic with demonstrated understanding of the Catholic Church and relevant topics and how it relates to EWTN News’ Mission, Vision, and Values.
• You are a self-motivated, creative team player with the ability to generate ideas and exercise good editorial judgment.
• You adherence to the highest standards of journalism including timeliness to meet all deadlines.
• You have demonstrated basic SEO knowledge; beginning to intermediate video editing skills; familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud and broadcasting software.
• You possess in-depth knowledge and understanding of a wide variety of social media platforms; pro-active to stay up-to-date on changing trends and new relevant technology.
• Excellent communication (written, verbal, and listening), interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• You are able to work a flexible schedule to include some nights and weekends based on breaking News; available for periodic travel, domestically and internationally, in consideration of breaking news and special events.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in journalism, communications, marketing, media, or similar discipline applicable for a News environment is preferred.
• Proficiency in a second language is a plus; Italian or Spanish is strongly preferred.
• Prior journalism, public relations, marketing, or community management experience is preferred.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE:

• We offer a career with purpose! Apply your God-given talents, knowing your contributions help advance EWTN’s mission of sharing the Gospel with the world.
• Family-oriented working environment. We value the importance of work/life balance, and welcome you as an EWTN family member, not just an employee.
• Worship at work! Freedom to participate in daily Mass, Adoration, and prayer throughout your workday.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability insurance and Retirement Savings Plan.
• 11 Paid Holidays and generous Paid Time Off program.
• Tuition reimbursement for online continuing education and degree programs through our partnership with Catholic Distance University.
• Potential for flexible hours and telecommuting may be possible dependent upon the position and department needs.
• Ability to learn alongside legacy employees while bringing new ideas to the growing team!