KTAR.com Editor and Reporter

Deseret Management Corporation•Phoenix, AZ

9d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

To create, gather, report, update and edit news content for KTAR.com and KTAR News 92.3. Ensure that all news content on the website is fresh and represents the high standards of the Company. This position requires someone who keeps up with Arizona news. The ideal candidate for this position demonstrates strong reporting skills, editorial skills and sound news judgement with experience reporting or writing for a print publication or online news outlet. This position involves a weekday work schedule but may be needed on nights and weekends. The position requires the flexibility and dependability to work additional hours during breaking news. Work closely and alongside the Newsroom and other departments. This person will work at the station and be a multimedia reporter. Note: Work configurations are subject to change based on business needs and at company discretion. This position is an onsite role that requires the employee to regularly work at our Phoenix site.

Requirements

Two years post high school education in communication/journalism with skills in the following areas: writing, computer and operational skills, related field, or equivalent.
Experience working in a newsroom environment.
Able to produce, gather, edit and update news content for KTAR.com on a daily basis.
Will require the production and gathering of text, images, web pages, audio/video, etc. and work closely with others in the newsroom to accomplish this function.
Exceptional news writing, editing, and grammar skills.
Ability to edit, produce and create accurate, well-presented content in a quick, timely manner.
Desire to be a part of the future of news and sports in the world of digital media.
Creative thinker.
Must possess typing skills and computer input ability.
Basic computer skills and the ability to learn new programs and basic HTML are required.
Must enjoy working with computers and technology.
Able to work independently with little supervision.
Requires a track record of dependability and evidence of being a self-starter.
Knowledge of newswire services and a working knowledge of computer skills.
Aggressive attitude with a strong desire to advance in the broadcasting media.
Quick learner who is fully committed to meeting the challenge.
Strong desire to work at the state’s largest and most respected radio station.
Work effectively in a team environment
Multi-tasking pro.

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience as a reporter, copy editor and/or web editor.

Responsibilities

Report and produce written stories, provide audio for the newsroom and potentially video for stories.
Manage daily content, information, news and features for stations’ websites.
Pitch story ideas, suggestions and other concepts for the brands coverage that are innovative and creative.
Responsible for making sure the website is continually fresh from both a content and graphical perspective.
Ensure the KTAR News quality is carried over to the website and held to a high standard.
Ensure deadlines are met and projects are completed on time.
Develop web pages and websites for new site features, events, activities, etc.
Market and promote the stations via the Internet and the website.
Manage social media content with the staff.
Push created content on the distribution platforms of notifications, newsletters, and text, in addition to social media.

Benefits

Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment
401(k) with Company match and employer-funded retirement account, both fully vested from day one
Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity (8 weeks) and Parental Leave (4 weeks) benefits
Opportunities to apply for tuition reimbursement
Paid time off for vacation (120 hours accrued per year) and sick leave (80 hours accrued per year) in addition to 12 paid company holidays per year
Paid time off for volunteering (40 hours per year)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
Access to an entire team of free financial planners
Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service
Continuous growth and development opportunities
Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration