Weekend News Anchor

Responsibilities

Anchor multiple market newscasts
Write, record and edit audio and text for broadcast
Write and publish news content for web and social media
Monitor sources for breaking news (wires, social media)
Work weekends and fill in during the week
Finalize content using digital audio editing software
Maintain crucial deadlines to provide news stories in a timely fashion
Repackage content from producers and field reporters for newscasts
Qualifications

College degree in journalism or 3–5 years of broadcast news experience
Strong passion for news, naturally curious, and possesses excellent interviewing skills
Exceptional comprehension, writing, and editing abilities with a contemporary writing style
Advanced pronunciation and on‑air language skills
Clear, engaging voice with personable, modern delivery
Strong storytelling instincts
Solid technical aptitude and ability to learn new tools quickly
Experience with web publishing and social media
Knowledge of audio recording, editing, and selecting sound for news
Preferred Skills and Personal Attributes

Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
Full proficiency and understanding of job function
Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus
Strong problem‑solving skills
Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance
Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness
Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience
Compensation

Salary: $27.20 – $34.00 per hour, based on experience, knowledge and market data
Location: Virtual, CA
Position Type: Regular Time, Part‑time
Pay Type: Hourly
Benefits

Employer‑sponsored medical, dental and vision (employees meeting ACA measurement)
401(k) plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – includes telephonic counseling, legal and financial consultation, emotional well‑being, family and caregiving support
Additional voluntary programs: spending accounts, student loan refinancing, home and auto insurance, and more
Equal Opportunity Employer

iHeartMedia is an equal‑opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Our organization participates in E‑Verify.

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