Digital Video Producer
Location: Bethesda, Maryland
Job Category: Television,Online | New Media
Job ID: 73135
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Salary: per year
Posted: 08.15.2025
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WTTG/WDCA – Digital Video Producer (Regular Full-Time, Weekends)FOX 5 DC is searching for a Digital Video Producer to lead the lifecycle of our streaming-first content strategy and drive audience growth across FOX LOCAL, fox5dc.com, YouTube and social media platforms. You’ll play a key part in the planning, production, optimization, and promotion of compelling live streaming content across FOX 5 DC’s CTV and FAST channels, website, news app and social media platforms.
Does this sound like you? You’re passionate about creating content that connects with viewers in the moment. You’re fluent in streaming culture and know what works—and why—on CTV, YouTube, TikTok and more. You have a sharp sense for spotting the next big trend and translating it into a local TV station’s digital strategy. Data excites you—you track it, interpret it, and use it to make content more engaging and more discoverable. You thrive in a fast-paced, live-news environment, where speed, creativity, and precision all matter.
As part of Fox Corporation and Fox Television Stations, we are proud to deliver the most hours of original programming in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia local television market. Our newsroom is dedicated to providing comprehensive coverage of local and national news stories across multiple platforms, including broadcast, digital, and web. At FOX 5 DC, we cultivate a collaborative work community where your teamwork and innovative ideas are essential.
Why Join Us? - Creative Environment: Work in a fast-paced culture where teamwork and ideas are valued.
- Learn from the Best: Collaborate with accomplished journalists and media professionals.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Operate from our cutting-edge studios in downtown Bethesda.
What You’ll Do: - Produce breaking news and live event streams for FOX Local, FOX5DC.com, and YouTube, as well as a recurring weekly streaming show. Balance the urgency of real-time coverage with the planning and production of consistent programming designed to build loyal audiences.
- Program and update the streaming schedule for CTV, FAST, and the website, using audience behavior and data to guide decisions.
- Collaborate with the Digital Content Manager to track and analyze KPIs, identify audience growth opportunities, and adjust platform strategies in real time.
- Plan, produce, edit, and publish video and graphic-based content for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook Reels to grow engagement and reach.
- Create promotional assets for streaming shows and special coverage.
- Provide occasional project support for Creative Services and other digital initiatives.
What You’re Bringing: - Proven experience producing and editing live and short-form video for streaming or digital platforms.
- Strong understanding of audience data and platform analytics (Adobe Analytics, Tableau, Excel/Sheets).
- Excellent news judgment and awareness of trending topics and social media culture.
- Knowledge of best practices for video content on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, and emerging platforms; familiarity with FAST channels/CTV a plus.
- Skills in SEO for video and optimizing for watch time, click-through, and retention.
- Proficiency in Premiere or Edius, plus graphics tools like Photoshop or Express.
- Strong writing and visual storytelling skills.
- Ability to balance creativity with speed and accuracy under deadline.
What You’ll Need: - 2–3 years’ experience in TV news or digital news production, with a focus on streaming, live, or short-form video.
- Degree in communications, media, journalism, or related field.
- Portfolio demonstrating live and short-form digital video content.
Benefits: - Comprehensive Package: Excellent health benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. 401k with company match.
- Lifestyle Perks: Access to onsite fitness center, vibrant local dining, and shopping options.
Additional Details:FOX 5 DC / FOX 5 Plus is a 24/7 operation. This role requires working at least one weekend day each week, with occasional full weekends for major coverage. Flexibility for breaking news on nights, weekends, and holidays is essential.
Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $88,000.00-92,000.00 annually. This role is also eligible for various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
Job ID R50029727
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