Description:

The University of Alabama is looking for an experienced Digital Content Manager to lead daily operations on web, mobile, social, and digital programming at WVUA 23 News. This person will be responsible for the overall management and direction of all digital content efforts for our website and social media along with developing platforms. We’re looking for an effective leader who can strategize, plan, and execute content initiatives to enhance WVUA 23’s brand visibility, engage target audiences, and drive online traffic and conversions. You will be a member of the news management team, and work with other department managers on major station initiatives. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in digital content management, a foundation in journalism, in-depth knowledge of digital content trends as well as strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for detail.

WVUA 23 is a commercial television station owned and operated by the University of Alabama, College of Communication and Information Sciences. The news station is located inside Bryant-Denny Stadium and is one of only two universities in the nation with a commercial TV station. WVUA 23 engages consumers on multiple platforms with relevant and essential news, weather, sports and entertainment content for the communities of West Alabama, the Birmingham DMA and the larger University of Alabama community. We provide students with hands-on learning experiences in an environment that encourages the highest ethical journalistic standards. This position offers excellent health insurance, as well as retirement benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick time accrual are also available.