Overview: The Digital Assistant works closely with the Digital Manager to monitor MMG websites across platforms in a timely manner. The Digital Assistant will also have the opportunity to act as the web composer and implement new tools for future website use.
Responsibilities:
- Monitor Mustang News, KCPR, and MMG apply site for issues and updates
- Help with troubleshooting issues on websites
- Being on-call to help the Digital Manager resolve content display problems
- Communicate with Newspack on ongoing issues in a timely matter
- Coordinate a weekly schedule with Digital Managers for role fulfillment
- Attend weekly Sunday editorial staff meetings either
- Familiarize yourself with plugins for improvements on site for the following year
- Implement new digital tools and website features
Preferred:
- A news-worthy eye; can identify articles on a need-to-know basis
- Interest in journalism, writing, or design
- Knowledge in HTML, Javascript, CSS
- Research capabilities
- Attentive to details
Experience with WordPress is preferred.
Compensation: $150 monthly stipend