Job Title: KNX News Writer/Producer
Department: News
Reporting To: Assistant News Director
Employment Type: Part-Time
Union: 332 - WGA Radio & TV Staff Promotion Writer/Producers & Newswriters, LA
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Pay Transparency: The anticipated starting salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $44.4277. This is a part-time, non-exempt position in the Writers Guild of America.Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits with a comprehensive benefits package which includes: a health care coordinator, medical, dental, vision, mental health, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, disability, life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, paid time off (sick, flex-time away/vacation days, personal, parental, volunteer), 401(k) retirement plan, legal assistance, life assistance program, identity theft protection, discounted home and auto insurance, and pet insurance.
Overview:
KNX News 97.1 FM, Southern California’s agenda-setting multimedia newsroom, is looking for a forward-thinking writer and producer to help create engaging, modern-sounding, relatable newscasts that are both informative and entertaining. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced newsroom, has impeccable journalistic judgment, and is an expert at crafting a compelling story.
ResponsibilitiesWhat You'll Do:
Collaborate with editors, writers, reporters, anchors, and news production assistants to build shows that are engaging and flow naturallyResearch and line up compelling interviews for news anchors.Research, conduct, and edit off-air interviewsPursue news tips and leads and help coordinate coverage during breaking/developing newsPropose story ideas and contribute to daily and long-term coverage plans.Write and update compelling scripts, incorporating the best sound bites, music, sound effects,s or other elements to make stories and other content stand out at all timesMonitor social media, wire services, websites,s and other broadcast outlets. Related newsroom duties as necessary QualificationsRequired & Preferred:
The right person for the job is an aggressive, energetic, enthusiastic, and creative team player and self-starter. Prior major-market news writing and producing experience Must have the desire and ability to write quickly, clearly, concisely, creatively, conversationally, AND with an edge, while under unrelenting deadline pressure. Must know how to work a story, seeking out the strongest newsmakers and interview subjects. Must work well with others and interact well with the public. Strong multi-tasking skills required. Strong computer and social media skills required. Must be available to work all hours, overnights, and weekends and be amenable to schedule changes. This may include last-minute changes, as well as long-term adjustments.Familiarity with Southern California, especially Los Angeles and Orange counties (i.e.politics, geography, lifestyle, culture etc.) preferred. Have working knowledge of legal guidelines, FCC rules, etc. and how they apply to writing, news gathering and producing.Must join the Writers Guild of America. Important Notes:Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.
About UsAudacy is a scaled, leading multi-platform audio content and entertainment company differentiated by its exclusive, premium audio content. Audacy operates one of the country’s two scaled radio broadcasting groups with leading positions across the country’s largest markets, as well as one of the country’s largest podcast networks and the Audacy direct-to-consumer streaming platform. Audacy is a major event producer and a digital marketing solutions provider and is the unrivaled leader in local news and sports radio. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com, Facebook, X, LinkedIn and Instagram.
EEOAudacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
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