Evening Local News Reporter & Board Operator

NFCB; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

WHAV in Greater Haverhill is seeking a Part-Time Local News Reporter/Board Operator. The role combines reporting, on-air announcing, and live airing of meetings and events, with training provided.

Evening and occasional weekend work is required, and you’ll contribute to public radio and the eNewspaper. Candidates should have writing/reporting experience, a journalism degree or relevant experience, a valid driver's license, strong English spelling/grammar, and the ability to work under deadline

Qualifications

• Prior writing/reporting experience (college newspaper, TV, radio or literary publication work will be considered).
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field or relevant experience
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
• Above-average English spelling and grammar
• Ability to work well and quickly under deadline pressure

Responsibilities

• Write stories for radio and digital platforms.
• Record and edit audio.
• Take photographs.
• Put meetings and events on the air live and some announcing.
• Technical and related training will be provided.

Skills

Writing & reporting

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Job description

WHAV in Greater Haverhill is seeking a Part-Time Local News Reporter/Board Operator. The role combines reporting, on-air announcing, and live airing of meetings and events, with training provided.

Evening and occasional weekend work is required, and you’ll contribute to public radio and the eNewspaper. Candidates should have writing/reporting experience, a journalism degree or relevant experience, a valid driver's license, strong English spelling/grammar, and the ability to work under deadline