Part-time News Anchor/Reporter/Writer

iHeartMedia • Atlanta, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

iHeartMedia is seeking an experienced anchor, writer, and reporter for its Georgia News Network operation. The role works in a fast-paced news environment and includes one or both weekend days. The position is part-time and hourly, based in Atlanta, Georgia. The role involves anchoring newscasts for multiple markets, producing and preparing news content for broadcast and digital platforms, and supporting newsroom coverage and breaking news.

Requirements

• Experienced anchor, writer, and reporter.
• Ability to write clear, concise news copy.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends and flexible hours during the week.

Responsibilities

• Gather and verify information through interviews, observation, and research to ensure reported news remains objective and balanced.
• Monitor sources for breaking news, including news wires and social media.
• Plan, write, edit, and voice news broadcasts.
• Finalize content using digital audio editing software.
• Meet deadlines to deliver news stories in a timely manner.
• Repackage content from producers and field reporters for newscasts.
• Identify technical equipment and resource requirements for recording interviews and other audio material.
• Produce features and interviews as assigned.
• Prepare written content, visual images, audio material, and video footage for websites, blogs, and social-media platforms.
• Anchor newscasts for multiple markets.
• Produce, edit, and write content for 24/7 Newswire.
• Post news and video content to newsroom social media platforms.
• Gather audio from press conferences, live events, and partner TV stations.
• Produce short-form reports (voicers/wraps) for anchors on the following shift.
• Anchor breaking news reports as needed.
• Perform general newsroom responsibilities and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance with a variety of coverage options for employees meeting ACA measurement.
• 401K plan.
• Employee Assistance Program at no cost, including telephonic counseling and consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family, and caregiving.
• Additional voluntary programs, including spending accounts, student loan refinancing, and accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed