News Production Assistant

Job Description

News Production Assistant
Overview

1010 WINS, New York's 24-hour all-news station, is looking for a part-time News Production Assistant (NPA). This is an entry-level position with great growth potential. The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills, the ability to multi-task under deadline pressure, and strong critical thinking skills. Must be comfortable working independently and as part of a team, be immersed in local news, and understand the importance of ethics and news standards. Creativity, curiosity, and strong social media skills are strongly encouraged. This is a tough, big-city newsroom filled with hard-driving seasoned news professionals. If you thrive under pressure, want a career in the news industry, and want to learn how to handle the biggest local stories in America, then this role may be a perfect fit for you.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:
• Must be willing to work different shifts as part of a 24/7 news operation, including working weekends, holidays, and overnights
• Assist editors and management in all aspects of newsroom operations
• Conduct interviews with newsmakers
• Monitor and contribute to social media
• Identify news stories and ideas to pitch to editors and management

Qualifications

Qualifications:
• Radio production and journalism background strongly preferred
• Familiarity with how to leverage social media platforms
• Must be able to manage and meet strict deadlines
• Knowledge of current events and industry trends
• Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and audio/video editing systems a plus

Additional Information

Pay Transparency:

The anticipated starting salary range for New York, NY based individuals expressing interest in this position is $17.22/hr - $18.90/hr.

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity. Important Notes:

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Audacy, Inc. is a leading multi-platform audio content and entertainment company that connects with 200 million consumers. Powered by its exclusive, premium audio content that includes unrivaled leadership positions in news and sports radio, Audacy operates one of the country's two scaled radio broadcasting groups, a rapidly growing direct-to-consumer digital audio platform, multiple audio networks, a major event business and a leading, award-winning podcast studio. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com, Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Instagram.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities:
- Must be willing to work different shifts as part of a 24/7 news operation, including working weekends, holidays, and overnights
- Assist editors and management in all aspects of newsroom operations
- Conduct interviews with newsmakers
- Monitor and contribute to social media
- Identify news stories and ideas to pitch to editors and management

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9vnq9-3-139-103-241-42 in your application.