Production Assistant, News

This is a Full Time Job

Job Title: News Production Assistant

Department: News

Reporting To: News Director

Employment Type: Part-Time

Union: SAG-AFTRA (184)

Location(s): San Francisco, CA

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:
• Prepare audio for broadcast
• Set up and monitor live shots and interviews
• Answer telephones and handle listener questions
• Monitor news sources and contribute story ideas
• Provide general assistance to the news staff, particularly during breaking news coverage

Qualifications

Required:
• Radio production and/or journalism background strongly preferred
• Must be able to manage and meet strict deadlines
• Experience with audio editing systems required
• Working knowledge of general office computer and newsroom software a plus
• Must be willing and able to work various shifts and be amenable to planned and unplanned changes in work schedule

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for prolonged periods.
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 20 pounds, such as office equipment, documents, and presentation materials.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond effectively to stakeholders, manage presentations, and participate in meetings.

Important Notes:

Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.

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