National News Producer

Position Overview Afternoon/evening National News Producer for iHeart Media's 24/7 News operation in Phoenix. In-house position, cannot be remote. Requires deep attention to detail and strong organizational skills, willingness to work nights, weekends & holidays. What You'll Do Primary responsibility will be running and managing a busy news-desk for a national wire and radio service. Manage Breaking News content on a local/regional/national level. Employee will also edit copy, write copy, hand out assignments and manage the newsroom floor at the Phoenix 24/7 News Operation. Post content (text & audio) to various platforms for affiliates. Other duties as assigned. What You'll Need The ideal candidate can make quick decisions and work in a very deadline-oriented environment. An extensive background in editing and content creation is required. Must be skilled and highly proficient with coverage of breaking news and overall newsroom management. Willingness to initially work overnights/weekends etc. Three-plus years of news/journalism experience. Excellent writing and editing ability; excellent grammar. Experience supervising staff. What You'll Bring Respect for others and a strong belief that others should do this in return Full proficiency and understanding of job function Open communication with colleagues and direct reports that encourages collaboration and team consensus Strong problem solving skills Efficiency with independent work under minimal guidance Commitment to process improvement for overall team effectiveness Professional communication that stresses diplomacy, empathy and patience Location Phoenix, AZ: 4686 E. Van Buren Street, Suite 400, 85008 Position Type Regular Time Type Full time Pay Type Hourly Benefits Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options Company provided and supplemental life insurance Paid vacation and sick time Paid company holidays A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community 401K plan Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost - services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more! Equal Opportunity Employer The Company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Non-Compete will be required for certain positions and as allowed by law. Our organization participates in E-Verify. #J-18808-Ljbffr Scavengeinc