News Service Aide

Job Description

News Service Aide (WINS)
Overview

Description:1010 WINS, New York's only 24-hour all-news station, is looking for a full-time guest producer. This position requires strong communications skills, the ability to think critically and multi-task under extreme deadline pressure. You'll be tasked with tracking down newsmakers, developing relationships, and booking live interviews under intense deadline pressure. Responsibilities include interviewing, making sound editorial decisions, working with our digital team, and handling general newsroom duties as directed. The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently and as part of a team, be immersed in local and national news, and have unshakable ethics and standards. You'll be working with the best journalists in the business.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:
• Must be willing to work different shifts as part of a 24/7 news operation, including weekends, holidays, and overnights
• Conduct pre-interviews and compile research
• Pitch potential talent bookings to hosts and producers
• Download and edit audio from our news partners for broadcast
• Contribute story ideas
• Verify facts
• Conduct interviews

Qualifications

More About You:
• Radio production and journalism background preferred
• Familiarity with social media platforms
• Must be able to manage and meet strict deadlines
• Broadcast news awareness and writing experience
• Knowledge of current events and industry trends
• Understanding the local market
• Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and audio/video editing systems a plus
• A valid driver's license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of applicant's own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required

Vaccination Requirements

To help promote and ensure the safety of all of our employees and the communities we serve, we require all incoming employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination, which will be kept confidential. If you are not vaccinated, or partially vaccinated currently, but willing to become fully vaccinated, we invite you to still apply.

Audacy is committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all and we recognize that some individuals may have a sincerely held religious belief as it pertains to the practice of immunization or a medical disability which may prevent them from becoming vaccinated. Individuals who cannot be fully vaccinated due to a sincere religious belief or medical disability may request an accommodation. We request that you refrain from discussing religious beliefs or medical conditions during the interview process. If you believe you need an accommodation, you will have an opportunity to submit your request during the interview process. All requests for accommodation will remain confidential and reviewed by selected individuals within the HR department. We cannot guarantee that all requests for accommodation will be granted. Please refer to our EEO policy and statement below.

Responsibilities:

What You'll Do:
- Must be willing to work different shifts as part of a 24/7 news operation, including weekends, holidays, and overnights
- Conduct pre-interviews and compile research
- Pitch potential talent bookings to hosts and producers
- Download and edit audio from our news partners for broadcast
- Contribute story ideas
- Verify facts
- Conduct interviews

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d27z5m-3-17-150-89-42 in your application.