Social Media Liaison/Administrative Assistant

Join us at WTNH NEWS 8 in a unique opportunity as a Social Media Liaison/Administrative Assistant. If you are someone who displays a professional image, posses outstanding communication, writing and interpersonal skills, enjoys face-to-face interaction with staff, visitors and customers and have a proven social media background, then we encourage you to apply.

Social Media

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Produce daily graphics, videos, Reels, Shorts, and other content for website, YouTube, and all social media accounts
• Produce weekly segments for digital; includes booking guests, conducting interviews, and working with TV talent
• Cut and publish video segments from TV newscasts 
• Be proactive in content discovery, identify potential viral social media content
• Copyedit occasional content, keeping in mind both grammar and AP style

Qualifications: 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills — your grammar skills should be flawless
• Strong familiarity and comfort with Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and LinkedIn
• Adobe Photoshop and Premiere experience is required
• Ability to be resourceful, inspired, and self-driven while juggling multiple projects
• Proven ability to thrive in a fluid and demanding CT news environment
• Knowledge of CT culture and communities is a plus

Administrative Assistant

• Welcome and communicate with clients, visitors, and guests.
• Provides administrative support to the Vice President and Department Heads Team
• Performs other duties as assigned