News Producer and Editor

This is a Freelance Job

We have an exciting opportunity for a freelance Producer/News Editor for our network radio news operations (terrestrial and Fox News Headlines 24/7 - Channel 115 on SiriusXM Radio). As the Producer/News Editor you are our editorial leader, working with news anchors to craft the content and structure of a 24/7 news operation. This is fast moving news environment! Your ability to thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven newsroom allows you to deliver top quality rundowns/segments/newscasts. You excel at multi-tasking and pay close attention to details. Your writing and editing skills are excellent and your editorial judgment is first-rate.

Shifts: Weekend mornings, afternoons, overnights – plus opportunities to fill in during weekday shifts.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Format, program, coordinate, and produce a live news program
• Produce segments/rundowns and reporter hits
• Manage and keep clear communication with Reporters, Editors, Assignment desk and Anchors
• Keep newscast updated by working on developing stories as day progresses
• Handle staffing issues when managers are not present
• Check segments and newscasts for editorial accuracy/updates

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• At least 3-5 years' experience editing all-news radio or producing live breaking news in a television control room
• Highly skilled in writing and copy editing
• Ability to handle breaking News situations
• Strong editorial judgment is a must
• Ability to interact with high profile talent
• A positive attitude and great communication skills
• Ability to work well with a team environment
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced work environment
• Knowledge of iNews, ENCO and Adobe Audition (Cool-Edit) a major plus