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News Writer

One America News Network · Multiple locations ·

Pay:
$20-$25/hr
Job type:
Part Time

Company Description One America News Network (OAN), owned and operated by Herring Networks, Inc., is a national TV news network based in San Diego, California. OAN reaches viewers through major cable providers, including Verizon Fios, AT&T U-verse, and CenturyLink, as well as streaming platforms such as Amazon Fire TV, Roku, and Vivicast Media. The network focuses on delivering national and international headlines through an independent and evolving news platform that aims to keep audiences informed and engaged. Herring Networks offers career opportunities in broadcast media for professionals interested in contributing to a dynamic news environment.


Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour


Job description:

OANN broadcasts 16 hour-long news broadcasts a day, delivering hard news headlines on national and world events. We foster a team-oriented environment of positive, hard-working individuals. Candidates must be strong writers and able to pass a writing proficiency test.


Job Overview:

- Write clear, fact-based, unbiased TV news scripts in correct broadcast style

- Maintain a strong understanding of national and international current events

- Training in ENPS is provided

- Part-time shifts available


Qualifications:

- Must have an excellent command of the English language, spelling, and grammar

- Must be willing and available to work weekends and overnight shifts

- English majors preferred

- Experience writing scripts for TV news preferred

- Experience writing scripts with ENPS is a plus


Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship


Benefit Conditions:

  • Waiting period may apply


Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance


Internship Compensation:

  • Pay


Work Location:

  • On location/ In person


Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekends required
  • Holidays required
  • Day shift
  • Night shift
  • 8-hour shift
  • Overnight shift


Work Remotely

  • No


Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)


Experience:

  • Journalism: 1 year (Preferred)


License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Preferred)