Summary
WGN-TV is looking for a Per Diem Writer who can work quickly and accurately under deadline pressure. Candidate must be available to work all shifts and hours, including overnights and weekends.
Category
Writers
Location
Greater Chicago Area
Time Period
Unknown
Posted Date
Jun 02, 2023
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
WGN-TV is looking for a Per Diem Writer who can work quickly and accurately under deadline pressure. Candidate must be available to work all shifts and hours, including overnights and weekends.
Responsibilities:
- Writing stories and teases for broadcast and website
- Editing video and filing to shows
- Communicating with reporters and photographers in the field
- Ordering and filing graphics when necessary
- Might also be asked to serve as a Newscast Producer on a fill-in basis
Qualifications:
- Experience as a writer or producer of television news broadcasts
- College degree in Journalism or Mass Communications, or related experience
- Must have strong writing skills and news judgment
- Must be able to work well under deadline pressure
- Must be able to work flexible hours
Job Type
Part Time
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day, Evening, Overnight