Part-Time News Anchor/Reporter

Audacy, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,500 - 81,691; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Audacy, Inc. is seeking a Part-Time News Anchor/Reporter for WBBM Newsradio in Chicago, IL. Responsibilities include developing story ideas, conducting interviews, and operating technical equipment. The position requires a college degree in broadcast journalism or related fields and a background in radio news. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication and writing skills. The role offers a pay range of $38.11 to $59.30 per hour based on experience and location, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Extensive background in radio news required.
• Five years experience in radio broadcast news preferred.
• Ability to operate technical equipment essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop story ideas and collaborate with the desk.
• Gather information and prepare stories for air.
• Stay up to date with news developments.

Skills

Strong on-air communication skills

Ability to gather information quickly

Strong writing skills

Critical thinking skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

College graduate in broadcast journalism

Tools

Audio control boards

Digital recording machines

Word processing software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: WBBM Newsradio Part-Time News Anchor/Reporter

Department: News

Reporting To: Brand Manager

Employment Type: Part-Time

Pay Transparency: $38.11/Hr. - $59.3023/Hr.

Location(s): Chicago, I.L.

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Salary Range: $38.11/Hr. - $59.3023/Hr. based on experience and location.

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.

WBBM Newsradio has an immediate opening for a Part Time News Reporter/Anchor.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do:

• Develop story ideas for coverage and collaborate and take direction from the desk.
• Gather information, conduct interviews and prepare stories for air.
• Operate a range of technical equipment, including audio control boards, analog and digital recording and playback machines.
• Study and become an expert on daily content changes.
• Evaluate new situations quickly and decide how best to obtain information while at the same time maintaining a fresh eye for detail.
• Anchors and reporters must stay up to date with local, national and international news developments.
• Other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Qualifications

More About You:

Required & Preferred:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An extensive background in radio news, with strong on-air communication skills.
• Background as a reporter.
• Background as a strong writer.
• Successful anchors demonstrate an ability to think on their feet, ask probing questions, and deal with high-pressure situations with ease and grace.
• Vocal quality is very important.
• Curiosity and a natural rapport with people on all income and educational levels are important.
• Must develop story ideas for coverage as well as take directions from the desk.
• Must have the ability to gather information quickly, conduct interviews and prepare stories for air.
• Must be a team player.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• College graduate, preferably with a concentration in broadcast journalism and significant work in history, English and political science.
• Five years’ experience in radio broadcast news preferred.
• Additional experience as a reporter covering a variety of stories is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• A warm, personable delivery is required, along with excellent diction and pronunciation.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in confusing and uncertain situations.
• Strong writing skills are essential.
• Must have strong critical thinking skills and the ability to ask tough and insightful questions.
• Fluency with basic computer word processing is required.
• Ability to operate a range of technical equipment, including audio control boards, analog and digital recording and playback machines is required. Familiarity with established news practices and ethical standards is essential.
• Successful candidate will be expected to work a variety of shifts, which can include overnight, early morning, weekend, and holidays.

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reporter/Anchor must be able to work effectively with managers, producers, editors, writers, technicians and other anchors, while providing leadership during the daypart.
• They must be able to take direction and maintain trust in the support team behind the scenes.
• Outside the station, reporters/anchors are strongly identified with WBBM Newsradio and must always project a professional and polished image, including a strong interest in individuals and the community.
• This position functions on site at the studios and offices of WBBM Newsradio.

EEO

Audacy 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.