Freelance Producer/News Editor
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a freelance Producer/News Editor for our network radio news operations (terrestrial and Fox News Headlines 24/7 - Channel 115 on SiriusXM Radio). As the 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 rundowns/segments/newscasts. You excel at multi-tasking and pay close attention to details. Your writing and editing skills are excellent and your editorial judgment is first-rate.
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 newscast 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
Qualifications
- 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
- 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
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced work environment
- Knowledge of iNews, ENCO and Adobe Audition (Cool-Edit) a major plus
Schedule
Shifts: Weekend mornings, afternoons, overnights – plus opportunities to fill in during weekday shifts.
Pay
The pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $28.00-37.50 per hour.