News Writer/Editor

RadioJobs; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

EAP

Volunteer days

Job summary

RadioJobs in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a News Writer / Editor to join our downtown newsroom. The role is full-time, hourly, with mandatory night, weekend, and holiday shifts starting overnight.

You will proofread, write and edit news copy, post content to multiple platforms, perform audio editing, and assist with assignment planning. The position requires 5+ years newsroom experience, sharp writing, and strong copy editing.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of newsroom experience.
• Highly efficient writing skills.
• Copy editing background.
• Ability to work from the downtown Phoenix newsroom.
• Digital audio skills.

Responsibilities

• Proof reading, writing, and editing news copy.
• Posting content to various platforms.
• Audio editing.
• Assignment planning.
• General newsroom responsibilities.

Skills

Newsroom experience

Writing

Copy editing

Audio editing

Digital content

Tools

CMS

Audio editing tools

Job description

News Writer / Editor

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

Position Details

• Regular
• Full time
• Hourly

Shift Requirements

Must commit to mandatory shift work—including nights, weekends, and holidays—starting with overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Proof reading, writing, and editing news copy.
• Posting content to various platforms.
• Audio editing.
• Assignment planning.
• General newsroom responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of newsroom experience.
• Highly efficient writing skills.
• Copy editing background.
• Ability to work from the downtown Phoenix newsroom.
• Digital audio skills.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Respect for others and the belief that mutual respect is essential.
• Full proficiency and understanding of the job function.
• Open communication that encourages collaboration and 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 plans with various coverage options.
• Company‑provided and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid company holidays.
• Community volunteer support days.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost.
• Additional voluntary programs such as spending accounts, student‑loan refinancing, and accident insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

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