Overview
WGN Radio is seeking a News Producer with a flexible schedule to produce audio news stories and potentially anchor audio newscasts for WGN Radio and other stations.
Base pay range : $23.00 / hr - $27.00 / hr
Benefits : Our benefits package for part-time non-union employees includes a 401(k) with company matching contributions, and any leave / sick options required per state.
Responsibilities
- Aggressively seek out and present news stories and other content for all platforms
- Ensure the newscasts and news reports follow NewsNation guidelines and standards
- Write and deliver news stories in a clear and concise manner
- Assist in writing, copy editing, researching and coordinating news programming and other content
- Act as a reporter as assigned
- Anchor newscasts as needed
- Conduct interviews with newsmakers and reporters
- Manage and coordinate available live feeds
- Communicate to news and programming staff about developing and breaking news
- Write content for the website and other eMedia platforms
- Establish and build relationships with affiliate markets
- Be involved in daily editorial meetings
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experienceMust have experience writing for broadcast newsFluent in EnglishExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenExcellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of national current events, history, newsmakers and issuesDetail oriented and organizedAble to recognize slant / bias and keep it out of newscastsAble to accept feedback, frequent reviews of writingWork well with a team inside a 24-hour newsroom (not a remote position)Understand listeners’ and stations’ needs and expectationsMeet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneouslyFlexibility to work any shift including early mornings, weekends, overnights, and holidaysWe’re looking for someone who believes in the mission of unbiased news and wants to help grow it to the next levelEmployment details
Seniority level : Entry levelEmployment type : Part-timeJob function : Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing / EditingIndustries : Broadcast Media Production and Distribution#J-18808-Ljbffr