News Production Assistant

News Production Assistant

KCBS All News Radio, the Bay Area's #1 news station, is looking for motivated individuals for part time opportunities as newsroom Production Assistants. The job of a Production Assistant is to assist the KCBS multimedia news operation in all aspects of delivering news and information to Northern California. We're looking for candidates who are digitally savvy, can multi-task in a fast paced work environment, and can demonstrate a passion for news and telling compelling news stories.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

• Prepare audio for broadcast
• Set up and monitor live shots and interviews
• Answer telephones and handle listener questions
• Monitor news sources and contribute story ideas
• Provide general assistance to the news staff, particularly during breaking news coverage

Qualifications

Required:

• Radio production and/or journalism background strongly preferred
• Must be able to manage and meet strict deadlines
• Experience with audio editing systems required
• Working knowledge of general office computer and newsroom software a plus
• Must be willing and able to work various shifts and be amenable to planned and unplanned changes in work schedule
• A valid driver's license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of the applicant's own vehicle, proof of insurance, is required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for prolonged periods, with reasonable accommodations provided as necessary.
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 20 pounds, such as office equipment, documents, and presentation materials.
• Visual and auditory ability to respond effectively to stakeholders, manage presentations, and participate in meetings.

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.

Audacy is a scaled, leading multi-platform audio content and entertainment company differentiated by its exclusive, premium audio content. Audacy is a major event producer and a digital marketing solutions provider and is the unrivaled leader in local news and sports radio.

Audacy 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.

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