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Audacy Inc. seeks a part-time general assignment reporter

April 14, 2023

Posted by Mariam Ahmed

KYW Newsradio is looking for a part-time general assignment reporter for broadcast and digital, who can excel in on-the-ground reporting in Philadelphia

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3+ years experience reporting for a news organization, be able to work in a hybrid digital/broadcast environment, and have excellent news judgment.

Responsibilities:

  • Producing and recording news segments for KYW Newsradio
  • Gathering, writing, recording, editing and delivering news content inclusive of providing live coverage when breaking news occurs
  • Maintaining general knowledge of issues, policies, and newsmakers in the broadcasting area
  • Writing scripts and ad-libbing material for stories
  • Development and research of potential news stories
  • Protecting the station’s FCC license
  • Other duties as required by management
  • Flexibility with working nights and weekends

Required & Preferred:

  • At least three years of reporting experience for a news organization
  • Experience in editing and packaging news sound and interviews
  • Understanding and experience reporting as a multimedia journalist
  • Experience in a busy and fast-paced, 24/7 newsroom
  • Comfort with breaking news and deadline pressure
  • Proactivity and self-starting attitude a must
  • Ability to be nimble and pivot with the ebb and flow of the news cycle
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent interview skills
  • Excellent news judgment
  • Knowledge of the broadcast area of greater Philadelphia and station demographics a plus
  • 4-year degree in journalism, broadcasting or an adjacent field preferred
  • COVER LETTER IS REQUIRED*

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