News Editor Job at Lotus Seattle Corp, Washington DC

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  • Lotus Seattle Corp
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Lotus Seattle in Seattle, Washington is looking for a full time Editor to work under the supervision of the Program Director and oversee a drive-time news broadcast by prioritizing stories for air, writing and producing content, covering breaking news, delivering breaking news on-air, assigning reporters and scheduling interviews with newsmakers. Above all else, we’re looking for the person who is capable of producing our news coverage during a crucial daypart who understands the importance of a positive team dynamic in the Pacific Northwest’s only all-news radio newsroom.

The Editor/Producer may also be assigned occasional anchoring and be asked to appear in public on behalf of the station.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Stay on top of local and national news via multiple sources, especially developing stories.
  • Select and rewrite stories for air.
  • Edit all scripts for accuracy, timeliness, and proper usage.
  • Arrange newscasts, billboards, and other on-air content.
  • Present content live on-air in an authoritative and conversational manner that connects with local listeners.
  • Create unique, ear-opening content delivered creatively to boost audience ratings.
  • Oversee Social Media content during shift and ensures a presence on select platforms by creating and assigning content.
  • Be familiar with or capable of quickly learning NewsBoss & Adobe Audition news production software, and other news production software as well as automation systems as needed to ensure operation of radio broadcasts.
  • Knowledge of and ability to operate various broadcast software and broadcast equipment, inclusive of technical specifications of various studio environments.
  • Generate content for all platforms including broadcast, online and social media.
  • Must be available to work nights, weekends, and breaking news at all hours.
  • Develop story ideas, perform research, interview people, write, and present story ideas.

Required Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in communications or related field preferred. All candidates must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a radio or television newsroom.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communications skills.
  • Excellent live reporting skills.
  • Strong ability to interact professionally and build relationships and sources.
  • Strong research skills, including the ability to navigate online search engines.
  • Excellent understanding of Associated Press style book, and ability to adapt easily to our newsroom’s writing standards and practices

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Office environment, some repetitive motion required. May require some travel to station events, valid drivers’ license is required with safe driving record.

Disclaimer:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Compensation:

  • $65-75K, based upon experience

This role is also eligible for various benefits, including the following:

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • 401K Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being.
  • A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, short- and long-term disability and others.
  • Accrued vacation and sick time.

ABOUT US:

Lotus Seattle Corp. is a subsidiary of Lotus Communications Corp. and is a media, entertainment and digital marketing services company that owns and operates radio properties. Lotus Communications Corp. operates 46 radio stations in the Western United States including stations in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Sacramento, Boise, Tucson, Fresno, Seattle and Bakersfield.

Lotus Seattle Corp ensures there is no discrimination based on the grounds of race, color, religion, gender, age, handicap, veteran status or national origin in respect to recruitment, evaluation, selection, promotion, compensation and training. Lotus Seattle Corp. is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Shift work, Night shift,

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