National News Producer

About the role

We are looking for an afternoon/evening National News Producer for iHeart Media's 24/7 News operation in Phoenix. This is an in-house position and cannot be done from a remote location. This position requires very deep attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility will be running and managing a busy news-desk for a national wire and radio service.
• Manage Breaking News content on a local/regional/national level.
• Edit copy, write copy, hand out assignments, and manage the newsroom floor at the Phoenix 24/7 News Operation.
• Post content (text & audio) to various platforms for affiliates.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate can make quick decisions and work in a very deadline-oriented environment.
• An extensive background in editing and content creation is required.
• Must be skilled and highly proficient with coverage of breaking news and overall newsroom management.
• Willingness to initially work overnights/weekends.
• Three-plus years of news/journalism experience.
• Excellent writing and editing ability; excellent grammar.
• Experience supervising staff.

Skills

• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return.
• Full proficiency and understanding of job function.
• Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance.
• Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness.
• Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy, and patience.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision with a variety of coverage options.
• Company-provided and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid company holidays.
• A Spirit day to encourage and allow employees to volunteer in their community.
• A 401K plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family, and caregiving.
• A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance, and more.

Pay

Hourly

Schedule

Full time

Location: Phoenix, AZ: 4686 E. Van Buren Street, Suite 400, 85008