Part-Time News Anchor​/Reporter

** Overview*
* *
* Job Title:

WBBM Newsradio Part-Time News Anchor/Reporter*
* ** Department:*
* ** News*
* ** Reporting To:*
* ** Brand Manager*
* *
* Employment Type:

*
* ** Part
-Time*
* ** Pay Transparency:**  **$38.11/Hr.

- $59.3023/Hr.*
* ** Location(s):*
* ** Chicago, I.L.*
* ** Work Arrangement:
On-Site*
* ** _The anticipated starting salary range for Chicago, I.L._*
* ** _based individuals expressing interest in this position is $38.11/Hr.

- $59.3023/Hr._*
* ** _Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity._*
* _Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits with a comprehensive benefits package which includes: a health care coordinator, medical, dental, vision, mental health, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, disability, life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, paid time off (sick, flex-time away/vacation days, personal, parental, volunteer), 401(k) retirement plan, legal assistance, life assistance program, identity theft protection, discounted home and auto insurance, and pet insurance._

** Overview:*
* WBBM Newsradio has an immediate opening for a Part Time News Reporter/Anchor.

** Responsibilities*
* ** What You'll Do:*
* + Develop story ideas for coverage and collaborate and take direction from the desk.

+ Gather information, conduct interviews and prepare stories for air.

+ Operate a range of technical equipment, including audio control boards, analog and digital recording and playback machines.

+ Study and become an expert on daily content changes.

+ Evaluate new situations quickly and decide how best to obtain information while at the same time maintaining a fresh eye for detail.

+ Anchors and reporters must stay up to date with local, national and international news developments.

+ Other duties as assigned by the Manager.

** Qualifications*
* ** More

About You:

*
* ** Required & Preferred:*
* *
* QUALIFICATIONS:

*
* + An extensive background in radio news, with strong on-air communication skills.

+ Background as a reporter.

+ Background as a strong writer.

+ Successful anchors demonstrate an ability to think on their feet, ask probing questions, and deal with high-pressure situations with ease and grace.

+ Vocal quality is very important.

+ Curiosity and a natural rapport with people on all income and educational levels are important.

+ Must develop story ideas for coverage as well as take directions from the desk.

+ Must have the ability to gather information quickly, conduct interviews and prepare stories for air.

+ Must be a team player.

** MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:*
* + College graduate, preferably with a concentration in broadcast journalism and significant work in history,

+ English and political science.

+ Five years' experience in radio broadcast news preferred.

+ Additional experience as a reporter covering a variety of stories is preferred.

** KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS:*
* + A warm, personable delivery is required, along with excellent diction and pronunciation.

+ Ability to work under pressure and remain calm in confusing and uncertain situations.

+ Strong writing skills are essential.

+ Must have strong critical thinking skills and the ability to ask tough and insightful questions.

+ Fluency with basic computer word processing is required.

+ Ability to operate a range of technical equipment, including audio control boards, analog and digital recording and playback machines is required. Familiarity with established news practices and ethical standards is essential.

+ Successful candidate will be expected to work a variety of shifts, which can include overnight, early morning, weekend, and holidays.

** INTERNAL/EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS:*
* + Reporter/Anchor must be able to work effectively with managers, producers, editors, writers, technicians and other anchors, while providing leadership during the daypart.

+ They must be able to take direction and maintain trust in the support team behind the scenes.

+ Outside the station, reporters/anchors are strongly identified with WBBM Newsradio and must always project a professional and polished image, including a strong interest in individuals and the community.

+ This position functions on site at the studios and offices of WBBM Newsradio.

** Important Notes:*
* Please be aware that Audacy will  
** never
* * ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will  
** only come from email addresses ending in ** . If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.

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