Part-Time News Anchor/Reporter

Audacy, Inc.•Chicago, IL

2d•$38 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

WBBM Newsradio has an immediate opening for a Part Time News Reporter/Anchor. This role involves developing story ideas, gathering information, conducting interviews, preparing stories for air, and operating technical equipment. Anchors and reporters must stay up-to-date with local, national, and international news developments. The position requires a warm, personable delivery, excellent diction, strong writing and critical thinking skills, and the ability to work under pressure. The role functions on-site at the studios and offices of WBBM Newsradio.

Requirements

Extensive background in radio news, with strong on-air communication skills.
Background as a reporter.
Background as a strong writer.
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.
Ability to develop story ideas for coverage as well as take directions from the desk.
Ability to gather information quickly, conduct interviews and prepare stories for air.
Must be a team player.
College graduate, preferably with a concentration in broadcast journalism and significant work in history, English and political science.
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.
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.
Ability to work effectively with managers, producers, editors, writers, technicians and other anchors, while providing leadership during the daypart.
Ability to take direction and maintain trust in the support team behind the scenes.
Must always project a professional and polished image, including a strong interest in individuals and the community.

Nice To Haves

Five years’ experience in radio broadcast news preferred.
Additional experience as a reporter covering a variety of stories is preferred.

Responsibilities

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.
Stay up to date with local, national and international news developments.
Other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Benefits

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
Pet insurance