News Editor / Producer, Radio

Job Description

Freelance News Editor/Producer, Radio

JOB DESCRIPTION

We have an exciting opportunity for a Freelance Producer/News Editor to supervise the staff for our network radio news operations (terrestrial and Fox News Headlines 24/7 - Channel 115 on SiriusXM Radio). As the Freelance Producer/News Editor you are our editorial leader, working with news anchors to craft the content and structure of a 24/7 news operation. This is fast moving news environment! Your ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven newsroom allows you to deliver top quality segments and newscasts. You excel at multi-tasking and paying close attention to details. Your writing and editing skills are excellent and your editorial judgment is first-rate.

You must be available to work a variety of shifts including weekends, mornings, afternoons, overnights – plus opportunities to fill in during weekday shifts.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Format, program, coordinate, and produce a live news program
• Produce segments/rundowns and reporter hits
• Manage and keep clear communication with reporters, editors, assignment desk and anchors
• Keep newscasts updated by working on developing stories as day progresses
• Handle staffing issues when managers are not present
• Check segments and newscasts for editorial accuracy/updates

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 3 -5 years of experience editing all-news radio or producing live breaking news in a television control room
• Highly skilled in writing and copy editing
• Ability to handle breaking news situations and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong editorial judgment is a must
• Ability to interact with high profile talent
• A positive attitude and great communication skills
• Ability to work well with a team environment
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts including weekends, mornings, afternoons, overnights – plus opportunities to fill in during weekday shifts.
• Knowledge of iNews, ENCO and Adobe Audition (Cool-Edit) a major plus

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 $32.00-37.50 per hour.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-wp4o9k-18-97-9-169-42 in your application.