Job Title: News Production Assistant
Department: News
Reporting To: Brand Manager
Employment Type: Part Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Job Location: New York, NY, US
Job Description:
1010 WINS on 92.3 FM, New York’s 24-hour all-news station, is looking for a part-time News Production Assistant (NPA). This is an entry-level position with great growth potential. The successful candidate will possess strong communication skills, the ability to multi-task under deadline pressure, and strong critical thinking skills. Must be comfortable working independently and as part of a team, be immersed in local news, and understand the importance of ethics and news standards. Creativity, curiosity, and strong social media skills are strongly encouraged. This is a tough, big-city newsroom filled with hard-driving seasoned news professionals. If you thrive under pressure, want a career in the news industry, and want to learn how to handle the biggest local stories in America, then this role may be a perfect fit for you.
The anticipated starting salary range for New York-based individuals expressing interest in this position is $17.61/hr.-$19.33/hr.
Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.
This is an evergreen posting. We are always on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our dynamic team. While we may not have an immediate opening, we are continuously building a roster of talented individuals who are interested in becoming a part of our organization when opportunities arise. By submitting your application, you will become part of our talent pool. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to reviewing your application.
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.
Responsibilities
What You'll Do:
- Must be willing to work different shifts as part of a 24/7 news operation, including working weekends, holidays, and overnights
- Assist editors and management in all aspects of newsroom operations
- Conduct interviews with newsmakers
- Monitor and contribute to sociall media
- Identify news stories and ideas to pitch to editors and management
Qualifications
Required & Preferred:
- Radio production and journalism background strongly preferred
- Familiarity with how to leverage social media platforms
- Must be able to manage and meet strict deadlines
- Knowledge of current events and industry trends
- Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and audio/video editing systems a plus
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 @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.
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About UsAudacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter — delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month.We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com and join the conversation on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.
EEOAudacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Audacy affords equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, religion or religious creed, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (over 40), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Consistent with our commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who need assistance in applying electronically for a position with Audacy, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. To request a reasonable accommodation for this purpose, please call 1-610-660-5614. Please note that this phone number is to be used solely to request an accommodation with respect to the online application process. Calls for any other reason will not be returned. Reasonable accommodation requests are considered on a case-by-case basis.
Skills Required
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to multitask under deadline pressure
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Immersion in local news and understanding of journalism ethics and news standards
- Willingness to work different shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overnights
- Ability to manage and meet strict deadlines
- Knowledge of current events and industry trends
- Radio production and journalism background
- Familiarity with leveraging social media platforms
- Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software, and audio/video editing systems
Audacy,Inc Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as part of a standard benefits lineup, alongside life and disability insurance. Mental health support is also included, broadening coverage beyond purely medical needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-away provisions include flexible PTO and paid parental leave, giving employees multiple avenues for planned and unplanned leave. Volunteer time off and other paid time categories are also included within the stated package.
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What We Do
At Audacy, we are unapologetic champions of audio everywhere, on every device. We are a multiplatform audio powerhouse, home to the country’s most compelling personalities and the most influential collection of broadcast and digital content, podcasts and premium live experiences. What makes us special is our deep connection with the communities we serve. They are diverse, mass and niche, bound together by shared geography and through shared experiences and passions across distances. Wherever they are and wherever they go, we are with them, In moments big and small. In the ones that matter most. For an inside look at what it's like to work at Audacy as well as various parts of our business, check out our employee Instagram account @LifeatAudacy.
