WTOP Digital Writer/Editor, PT Freelance

#26-1257

Business Unit

WTOP-AM/FM

Employee Classification

Part Time Intermittent

About Us

Hubbard DC, which includes WTOP, Federal News Network and 2060 Digital, is committed to reporting relevant news for our region. Through continuously evolving brands, we connect consumers with advertisers across a growing number of distribution platforms including radio, podcasts, social media, and websites. We do this with a commitment to our community...while growing our people and profits. OUR VISION To be an industry leader and set the standard for equality and inclusivity for all races, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations and religions by creating and fostering principles that integrate our core values. OUR MISSION To be proactive in providing a welcoming, professional environment; free of harassment, discrimination and marginalization with on-going habits that incorporate our unique experiences into the overall success and continuous evolution of this organization.

Job Overview

The Digital Editor/Writer is responsible for writing and copyediting articles for publication on WTOP.com. Digital Editor/Writers contribute to make WTOP the leading provider of local, timely and relevant news and information for news consumers in the Washington, D.C., metro region. WTOP is committed to providing a welcoming, professional environment for our employees; free of harassment, discrimination and marginalization, with ongoing habits that incorporate our unique experiences into the overall success and continuous evolution of our organization.

Job Responsibilities

Write and copyedit news articles, write engaging headlines to accompany articles, create photo galleries

Brainstorm and develop story ideas that impact and reflect the diverse region that WTOP covers

Actively pursue news tips that come in via email, phone calls or other official sources

Monitor local
ational news outlets, social media and email to make sure WTOP is on top of the most relevant and breaking news stories of the day

Work with the digital team to ensure WTOP’s high journalistic standards and core brand attributes are met on a daily basis

Manage the WTOP.com homepage using news judgment and analytics to guide decisions

Edit and post video, as needed

Write engaging posts for social media, as needed

Send breaking news emails and app alerts. Deliver news with a sense of urgency 24/7

Communicate effectively and interact with reporters filing web articles, photos and videos

Work in conjunction with radio team to share information on stories WTOP is covering

Maintain awareness of radio product at all times, including weather and traffic reports

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

News junkie

Must be able to report to all shifts on time

In-depth knowledge of local D.C. news market (preferred)

1-2 years professional experience writing for a print or digital news organization

Excellent news judgment and knowledge of current events at the local, national and international level

Strong writing and interviewing skills

Knowledge of WordPress, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut and Adobe Audition, preferred

Proficiency in Photoshop and HTML editing

Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective communication and relationships with staff

Ability to thrive in fast-paced, breaking news situations; work effectively under pressure, multitask, prioritize, organize, and meet short deadlines. Be a self-starter.

Possess an understanding of social media and its relationship with news consumers

Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor

Ability to work in compliance with company policies and procedures

Ability to function well in a diverse team environment

Ability to work weekdays, weekends and holidays. Must be able to work early morning, midday, evening and overnight shifts.

Must have reliable form of transportation. This is an in-office position.

Physical Requirements

Average sitting, standing and office-type movements. Light lifting, moving and pulling abilities. Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing. Ability to hear and see clearly. Dexterity to manipulate computer keys and board controls as well as other office equipment. Requires the ability to think critically and tactically and to articulate information in clear, concise manner to others verbally and in writing. Must be able to think quickly and work under tight deadlines and in high pressure situations. Ability to work in a variety of settings including outdoors. The successful candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. The Company will make reasonable accommodations to facilitate a person's ability to perform those essential job functions.

Compensation and Benefits

When extending an offer, the company considers a variety of factors such as (but not limited to) the candidate's work experience, education/training & key skills as well as internal peer equity and other market and business considerations. The hourly rate of pay for this position is $26.93 to $30.00 per hour. For information regarding our benefits, please copy the link below and paste in your browser: https://hubbardbroadcasting.com/our-company/working-here/

Req Affirmative Action Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

Req Diversity Statement

Hubbard Broadcasting has been committed to representing the communities we serve since our founding over 100 years ago. The same holds true today. We know the best way to accomplish this is by recruiting and retaining top talent from diverse cultures, life experiences, and world views. With dignity and respect, we value YOU and everything that makes YOU uniquely YOU.