News Writer

WBZ News Radio is looking for a sharp, fast, and curious News Writer to join Boston’s most trusted newsroom. As New England's go-to source for breaking news, traffic, weather, and compelling local stories, we need a writer who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and can craft clear, accurate, and engaging copy for both on-air and digital platforms. If you have a passion for journalism, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to turn complex information into compelling storytelling, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for writing creative and relevant on-air news copy under continual rolling deadlines.
• Establishes relationship with listeners by providing news coverage to targeted demographic audience.
• Interviews news makers.
• Adheres to all guidelines, policies and procedures of the station, iHeart
  
  Media, the FCC and all other federal, state and local laws, including policies and procedures regarding indecency and obscenity.
• Communicates clearly with editors and other newsroom staff.
• Update social media platforms such as X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, Threads etc.
• Participates in required station Programming, Promotions, and Sales staff meetings and events.
• Verifies facts and produces news content.
• Edits actualities for broadcast.

What You'll Need:

• 3+ years previous newsroom experience required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and social networking.
• Proficient in media production and broadcast systems; familiarity with Nex Gen, Adobe Audition, News Boss a plus.
• Strong knowledge of all FCC rules and regulations.
• Socially informed and perceptive; up-to-date and in tune daily with the local and national trends and/or specialized knowledge of topics/events related to current events/news.
• Proficiency in writing news copy, fact checking and research.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and editing skills; proficient in grammar.
• Demonstrated creativity and imagination.
• Able to adapt to changes in schedules and maintain composure in afast-paced environment with short deadlines.
• 3+years of on-air radio experience required
• Audio demo of on-air interviews, commentary, announcements, etc.

What You'll Bring:

• Available to work early morning shifts, weekend shifts, and holiday shifts.
• Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return
• Ability to work within prescribed guidelines without needing close supervision
• Problem solving skills within established procedures
• Understanding of when to seek guidance for unforeseen problems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to act in a professional manner and collaborate with colleagues of different levels

Location: 1 Cabot Road, Suite 320, Medford, MA02155

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