Editor/Writer WINS (Part Time)

1010 WINS, New York's one and only all-news station, is looking for a news editor and writer to work in our fast-paced iconic newsroom. As an editor, you must have excellent editorial judgment and a deep understanding of current events, national politics, and local news. WINS editors must also take information and news copy and turn it into a story that sounds like a conversation on the city streets. If you understand that compelling writing, great story-telling, and creative use of sound make for a great news product, we want to hear from you. The ideal candidate will be a passionate news junkie with their finger on the pulse of NYC.

New York is the greatest, most diverse city in America. Our stories reflect the people, issues, politics, and quality of life of the city.

The anticipated starting salary range for New York City-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $49.68/hr-$50.68/hr.

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

Thrives under unrelenting deadline pressure.
Supervises on-air product, including editorial content
Select stories for coverage and manage the editorial product in conjunction with News managers
Oversees line-up of newscasts and makes changes as necessary
Organizes and delegates assignments
Coordinates breaking news/weather coverage.
Extensive writing under deadline pressure
Ability to continuously update copy throughout shift
Must be able to read and understand complex material and turn it into easy to understand copy
Ability to follow breaking news and update source copy
Work with a team of seasoned professionals
Strong ability to incorporate audio into written stories
Have a working knowledge of legal guidelines, FCC rules, etc. and how they apply to your writing
Candidates must be experts in audio editing and Social Media.

Qualifications

More About You:

You must be able to work in one of the most fast-paced radio newsrooms under the most demanding deadlines anywhere.
You must have the ability to assign and write for major breaking news stories, tragedies, lighter stories, celebrities, newsmakers, and thrive in an environment where your work is subject to intense public scrutiny.
This position requires a minimum of 3-5 years of major market experience as a broadcast producer/writer.
A valid driver’s license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of applicant's own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required