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15/02/2024

Journalismnext.com Vice President, Content & Audience Strategy: About the Role

As Vice President of Content & Audience Strategy, you’ll lead the teams that create the content and programming for NEPM. Your strategic and creative thinking, paired with an analytical perspective, operational know-how, and broad knowledge of the media landscape, will help these teams operate effectively and have fun as we work to get more people to rely on NEPM every day.

The heart of this role will be audience service: making sure our programming is valuable to our loyal fans and inviting newcomers all the time. You’ll work with a talented team that includes journalists, editors, producers, and hosts to create can’t-miss content and experiences across multiple platforms.

This position reports directly to the President of NEPM and is based in western Massachusetts. A hybrid work schedule is an option.

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12/02/2024

Journalismnext.com KWTV Multimedia Journalist: A Multimedia Journalist at News 9 helps drive the Ideal Team Player culture.

Job Summary: As a Multimedia Journalist you will shoot, write, edit, and perform on-air presentation of news, entertainment, community, weather, and sports stories. You will work mostly independently, occasionally with a photojournalist.

Job Responsibilities:

* Write news copy and travel to news scene to cover stories as needed. Maintain awareness of current events.
* Use social media as part of daily story telling.
* Communicate with Assignment Desk throughout the day.
* Understand and use pre-production.
* Record sound and pictures on video for broadcasts, displaying awareness of the elements of good photojournalism.
* Employ keen lighting skills and perform independent live shots while effectively using equipment for live shots.
* Adhere to newsroom policies and procedures for video, scripts, and deadlines.
* Perform other job-related duties as assigned, including driving automobile for company business.

Job Schedule: This is a Full-Time position work rotating shifts and 24 hours on call availability. Must be able to work extended schedules. Travel without advance notice possible.

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12/02/2024

Journalismnext.com KOTV Multimedia Journalist: A Multimedia Journalist at News On 6 helps drive the Ideal Team Player culture.

Job Summary: As a Multimedia Journalist you will shoot, write, edit, and perform on-air presentation of news, entertainment, community, weather, and sports stories. You will work mostly independently, occasionally with a photojournalist.

Job Responsibilities:

* Write news copy and travel to news scene to cover stories as needed. Maintain awareness of current events.
* Use social media as part of daily story telling.
* Communicate with Assignment Desk throughout the day.
* Understand and use pre-production.
* Record sound and pictures on video for broadcasts, displaying awareness of the elements of good photojournalism.
* Employ keen lighting skills and perform independent live shots while effectively using equipment for live shots.
* Adhere to newsroom policies and procedures for video, scripts, and deadlines.
* Perform other job-related duties as assigned, including driving automobile for company business.

Job Schedule: This is a Full-Time position work rotating shifts and 24 hours on call availability. Must be able to work extended schedules. Travel without advance notice possible.

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09/02/2024

Journalismnext.com Special Writer-Data: Newsday is looking for a Data Writer skilled at reporting and telling stories with data. The data writer will work on stories and projects alone and in collaboration with a newsroom of experienced reporters and editors.



Essential Duties & Functions

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Undertake data analyses and help interpret results in support of enterprise, daily and investigative stories by you and in collaboration with Newsday reporters and editors.
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Assist colleagues in brainstorming, acquisition, cleaning, vetting and analysis to increase the inclusion of data in our daily and short-term reporting. This includes working with journalists around the newsroom and digital/print presentation colleagues.
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Working for the investigation editor and together with others with data reporting and analysis skills, be able to juggle project requirements while also being comfortable assisting with short-term story flow. The ability to help and teach colleagues is key to helping increase the data reporting skills of our newsroom.



Essential Job Knowledge & Skills

* Candidate should be a spreadsheet master and comfortable analyzing datasets containing numerous tables with millions of rows. The candidate also should have experience with GIS analysis and using at least one programming language for data collection and cleaning.
* Work with digital alternative storytelling team and print designers to employ data visualization across all platforms.
* Experience covering breaking news on deadline is a plus.
* Demonstrated ability to break news, file quickly and accurately for all our platforms, meet tight deadlines, juggle more than one story at a time, cultivate sources, understand the importance of data-driven reporting and produce high-profile enterprise stories.
* A motivated individual who can bring a creative approach to covering the news.
* Comfortable and proficient using social media, smartphone photo and video and other media platforms to report and tell stories.
* Ability to write in an engaging manner is essential.
* Attention to detail is required.
* Ability and willingness to collaborate and build a rapport with others.
* Ability to find fresh story angles and write concise, lively copy in keeping with Newsday's tone and format.
* Proficiency shooting iPhone photos and videos is a necessary skill.
* Strong organization and time management skills.
* Ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments simultaneously while meeting aggressive deadlines.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.



Physical Requirements

* This is a hybrid position. Employees are generally required to work in the office a minimum of three (3) days per week.



Compensation

* The annual base salary for this position is $104,767.
* This position is represented by the Graphics Communication Conference, PPPWU.



Newsday Media Group is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and incumbents are selected, placed, trained, compensated and promoted without regard to actual or perceived s*x, race, color, age, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partner status, military/veteran status, s*xual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, religion or religious creed, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition, Newsday Media Group provides a reasonable accommodation for applicants/incumbents with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation.

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09/02/2024

Journalismnext.com Senior Editor: Job Summary

Harvard Public Health, a magazine of impact journalism for public health , is seeking a creative, motivated, and versatile senior editor to join its team of journalists.

Harvard Public Health is an independent digital editorial voice published by Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health. We publish stories and commentary on bold ideas for public health, with a focus on what works, what doesn’t, and why. We also publish a newsletter for a global audience of public health officials, activists, policy makers, researchers, clinicians, and more.

We are looking for an editor with experience editing opinion journalism and commentary and who is comfortable working with a variety of writers and voices. The best candidates will have a network of contributors with provocative and powerful things to say about public health advances. The senior editor will also be expected recruit scientists, policymakers, and others and work with them to shape compelling opinion essays that resonate with the diverse audiences that care about public health. The senior editor will also oversee our weekly newsletter. The ideal candidate will be well-organized, fluent in AP and/or Chicago style, deadline-oriented, collaborative, and ambitious.

The position will likely report to the magazine’s managing editor.

Position Description

Additional duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Develop compelling ideas for opinion pieces and occasional news features, in conjunction with the editor-in-chief and managing editor; identify and recruit writers; build relationships with researchers, officials, policymakers, and others with new ideas about public health from across the breadth of the field.
* Manage the workflow for opinion pieces and selected features from commissioning through publication, including editing and proofreading pieces, working with the creative team on art ideas, and crafting outstanding headlines both for print and for SEO.
* Work with the rest of the magazine team on producing and promoting stories across HSPH’s platforms and syndication efforts.
* Oversee the content of the Harvard Public Health Weekly newsletter and assist with the magazine’s separate LinkedIn newsletter as needed.
* Become conversant with our WordPress back end, to post and edit stories on harvardpublichealth.org.
* Stay abreast of major issues in public health and ongoing developments.
* Perform other duties as assigned

PLEASE NOTE: All applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter. Shortlisted applicants will be required to submit samples of writing or editing. Applications submitted without these materials will not be considered. If you are enclosing stories you have edited, please add a paragraph on top of each that explains your role in shaping the story.



Basic Qualifications



* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
* 7+ years related work experience required



Additional Qualifications and Skills

The following job-specific skills and competencies are preferred:

* Experience with WordPress or similar content management system
* Strong news judgment and a background in journalistic editing and/or writing, preferably with experience in opinion or editorial writing or editing in health, policy, or science-oriented topics; proficiency in AP style
* Curiosity about and experience with interpreting peer-reviewed research, including basic science
* Manage multiple projects to ensure timely production of content under the pressure of last-minute deadlines and changing priorities
* Excellent copyediting and proofreading skills
* Experience and aptitude to work both highly collaboratively and independently, as responsibilities requir

The following cultural competencies are also preferred:

* Awareness of and aptitude to appropriately and effectively understand, respect, and adapt to cultural and identity-based difference within group environments
* Knowledge of and commitment to concepts and issues tied to social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion
* Skills related to creating and supporting an environment that allows for inclusion, effective intercultural engagement, and personal humility and authenticity



Additional Information

Join the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health to support our mission of health research and education, and to be a part of the oldest institution of higher learning in the country!

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* The Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health does not provide visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for staff positions.
* Harvard University requires pre-employment reference checks and background screenings.
* This position has a 90 day orientation and review period.

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The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up to date on CDC-recommended vaccines.



Work Format Details

This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

* Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
* Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
* Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
* Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
* Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
* Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
* Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
* Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
* Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.



Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

At the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, we believe that diversity is integral to the Harvard experience and our mission of improving public health education, research and policy. Diversity of cultural backgrounds, identities, lived experiences, perspectives, and ways of understanding the world enriches our community and enables us to best meet the public health needs of the United States and the world. Ongoing learning and development related to diversity allows for both individual and institutional growth, and is necessary to foster and sustain a culture of inclusion. To achieve this, we are committed to ensuring equitable access to opportunities for learning, living, and working at the Harvard Chan School. We maintain an unwavering dedication to diversity, inclusion, and belonging as core to our institutional values and to actively counter, minimize, and address racism, s*xism, xenophobia, homophobia, gender bias, and all forms of discrimination.

Learn more about the School’s mission, objectives, and core values, our Principles of Citizenship, and our diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives.


EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, s*xual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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05/02/2024

Journalismnext.com Editor, Harvest Public Media: Harvest Public Media is adding the position of Editor to help expand the public radio collaboration, which reports on agriculture and food systems, the environment and climate change, and rural issues throughout the Midwest and Great Plains.

Harvest Public Media is based at KCUR, the NPR affiliate in Kansas City, Missouri. Its partners are St. Louis Public Radio, also in Missouri; Nebraska Public Media in Lincoln, Nebraska; Iowa Public Radio in Des Moines, Iowa; KOSU in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Illinois Public Media in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois; and WNIJ in DeKalb, Illinois.

We seek an Editor who is passionate about diving deep into issues affecting how the world eats, the present and future of a central U.S. industry, how agriculture impacts our environment, climate change’s effect on agriculture, and the nuances of rural life.

We’re looking for someone who is eager to collaborate with talented reporters capable of producing top-notch journalism that sheds light on an important topic while telling an interesting story. Being an expert on food, farming, climate, and rural life is not required, but a willingness to learn is.

The Editor works with the Managing Editor to drive ambitious coverage across radio, digital, social media and other platforms, and should be comfortable working quickly on timely news stories as well as planning long-term reporting projects. The mandate is varied: One day you’ll assign an ag story on an invasive species, the next you’ll work on a story about broadband access in rural areas, and later that day you’ll edit a story about impacts of a global trade dispute.

The Harvest team is more than the sum of its parts, and this job requires the ability to work cooperatively with the Managing Editor, reporters, news directors, station managers and regional collaborators. The Editor will help grow reporters’ capacity and aspirations, and should possess a keen understanding of what makes public media journalism special but also have ambitions to help drive public media forward.

Characteristic duties

* Works with the Managing Editor to ensure the smooth production and delivery of content to partners from the Harvest Public Media team. This work includes digital stories, audio stories, and multimedia series.
* Works with the Managing Editor to generate, approve, assign and edit stories for the radio and web with a focus on food production and systems, environment, climate and rural life.
* Helps ensure an efficient approach to news gathering and reporting that produces both timely and in-depth coverage of distinction.
* Works with the Managing Editor to coordinate coverage among related partners at other public media stations and news outlets.
* Takes part in meetings with the Harvest reporting team on a weekly basis.
* Works with the Editor to help develop the Harvest reporting team, as well as contributing reporters, through regular training and an annual retreat.
* Attends a weekly KCUR meeting with the station’s editorial leadership to create an integrated approach to the team’s work.
* Edits and works with reporters in the KCUR newsroom as needed.
* Participates in assigned fund-raising and outreach activities, on air and off.
* Manages social media accounts with the Managing Editor.
* Reports for radio and web as needed.
* Oversees the work of interns at times.
* Other duties as assigned

Anticipated hiring range

$56,864 - $72,000 per year commensurate on education, experience, and internal equity. This is a grant-funded, one-year position with likelihood of renewal.

Benefit eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

How to Apply

KCUR 89.3 is the NPR affiliate in Kansas City and is an editorially independent community service of the University of Missouri - Kansas City. Please apply online at UMKC's website: https://info.umkc.edu/hr/careers/ Select "Staff Position," then "View Jobs," then "View All Jobs." For best consideration apply by February 21, 2024. The position will remain open and accept applications until filled.

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30/01/2024

Journalismnext.com Climate Reporter: Looking to join a team dedicated to delivering independent and trusted journalism? Maine Public is seeking a full-time Climate Reporter in Lewiston, Maine!



Our commitment to this editorial priority started with a year-long series covering all sixteen counties in Maine, called “Climate Driven.” The next step to dig deeper on this important issue, growing the “Climate Desk,” advancing our reporting, and continuing with community engagement efforts as they relate to this beat. The Climate Reporter collaborates with colleagues to help deliver high-impact journalism, recommends and produces climate and related news coverage for radio and multi-media, and serves as a general assignment reporter as needed. The ability to react to, produce and post breaking news across the 24-hour news cycle, including evenings, weekends, overnights and early mornings, is a core requirement.



The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to the mission-driven values of public broadcasting, bring a deep connection to Maine, and a passion for and understanding of the climate crisis.



Job Requirements: At least 2 years' experience as a journalist, preferably including coverage of the environment and climate policy. Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Radio news production preferred, television experience helpful. Regular travel throughout the state and a valid driver’s license is required.



Hybrid Work Schedule: This position is based in our Lewiston, Maine office, and is eligible for a hybrid/remote work schedule after an orientation and training period. Hybrid work schedules require 2-3 days per week in the office and attendance at on-site meetings.

Maine Public offers a competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement, paid time off, dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits.



Apply for this position online with resume, cover letter, and work samples: https://www.applitrack.com/mainepublic/onlineapp/ by Sunday, February 18, 2024.



About Maine Public: We are a non-profit, community-supported public media organization and the sole provider of statewide (and beyond!) public broadcasting coverage. As one of only seven statewide PBS/NPR joint licensees in the country, Maine Public operates 14 radio frequencies (with construction permits for seven more!), five free over-the-air television signals, three television translators, and 26 links of microwave to connect it all together. We are also the backbone of Maine’s Emergency Broadcast System. We broadcast a mix of local and national programming, educational programs, news and public affairs shows, documentaries, and arts and cultural programs. With NPR, PBS, and other partners we strive to be the standard bearer for high-integrity journalism and programming.



Every day Maine Public connects the people of Maine and our region to each other and to the world through the open exchange of information, ideas, and cultural content.



Maine Public believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success and we welcome and encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building inclusive and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities. Therefore, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, s*xual orientation, gender identity, military status or military service record, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We're committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion.



Maine Public is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Maine Public will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Department: [email protected], 1-800-884-1717.

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30/01/2024

Journalismnext.com Maynard 200 Fellowship - Applications due Feb 12: he Maynard Institute for Journalism Education is seeking applications from editors and managers for the 2024 Maynard 200 Fellowship.

Maynard 200 is the cornerstone program advancing the Maynard Institute’s mission to expand the pipeline in news media and dismantle structural racism in its newsrooms. Since 2018, the Institute has trained over 100 media leaders, storytellers, editors, managers and entrepreneurs through the fellowship. Maynard 200 is designed to provide participants with hands-on skills training, one-to-one mentorship and a diverse community network of peer support.

In 2024, the program returns with two weeks of in-person training rounds — specifically re-designed to support the success of newsroom editors and managers. Hosted by the Bob Schieffer College of Communication at TCU in Fort Worth, Texas, the program will convene in March and July.

Our curriculum addresses the challenges and tensions that editors and managers struggle with daily in the newsroom, especially those who have recently transitioned to leadership roles. The program will also provide nuanced frameworks and cultural competency for fellows seeking guidance in covering the ongoing war and humanitarian crises in the Middle East; as well as political coverage for the 2024 U.S. presidential elections.

In-person Training Dates & Location:

Week 1: March 11- 15, 2024
Week 2: July 15 - 19, 2024

University Host: Bob Schieffer College of Communication at TCU, Fort Worth, Texas

As a Maynard 200 fellow, you’ll receive two weeks of tuition-free trainings, plus a full year of one-on-one mentorship. The Maynard Institute will provide you with lodging at Hyatt Place Fort Worth/TCU for both training weeks. In addition, airfare expenses will be covered for the second week of training in July, thanks to the support of our generous funders.

Requirements

Applicants are required to have 1-5 years of experience in a manager and/or editor role. This program welcomes new editors, including assigning editors both print and online; as well as assignment editors and executive producers in broadcast who supervise either in-house reporters, writers, and producers or freelancers or both. It is also geared for mid-level managers who may or may not have direct reports, but hold strategic leadership or communications roles in their newsrooms or media organizations.

Maynard 200 fellows are required to attend both weeks of training sessions, as well as fulfill all program components, in order to graduate from the program.

Applicants from outside the United States must be affiliated with a U.S.- based outlet.

Key requirements of the online application include:

* Current Resume
* 750-1,000 word essay response to question prompt
* 500-word narrative Bio
* Work samples and/or relevant materials (optional)
* 1 reference letter with contact information

Maynard Institute programs are open to all. We are committed to addressing the under-representation of people of color and other historically disadvantaged groups in media-related professions.

Applications are due by 11:59 PM PST on Monday, February 12, 2024. Visit bit.ly/maynard200-2024 to learn more and start your application today!

Questions? Please contact Odette Alcazaren-Keeley, Maynard 200 Director at [email protected].

About the Maynard Institute

For more than 45 years, the Maynard Institute has fought to push back against the systemic lack of diversity in the news industry through training, collaborations and convenings. Founded by Robert C. Maynard, the Institute promotes diversity and antiracism in the news media through improved coverage, hiring and business practices. We are creating better representation in America’s newsrooms through our Maynard 200 fellowship program, which gives media professionals of color the tools to become skilled storytellers, empowered executives and inspired entrepreneurs.

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30/01/2024

Journalismnext.com WABC - Entertainment Reporter: Disney Entertainment’s eight-owned ABC stations are multiplatform leaders in local news and information. WABC-TV has been the leader in local news and entertainment programming in the New York City area for more than 60 years. Producing more than 45 hours of live, local news and weather each week, Channel 7 “Eyewitness News” is the most-watched local news in New York and the United States. Quality news and programming, groundbreaking technology, and ongoing community outreach are the hallmarks of excellence that have consistently kept WABC-TV New York’s No. 1 station and the most-watched television station in the nation!



WABC is looking for an experienced entertainment reporter with the ability to engage and connect with our audience authentically! The qualified candidate will demonstrate excellent on-camera reporting skills and be able to host special programming for events related to the entertainment industry, local lifestyle content, and the arts. This position requires strong contacts in the entertainment industry, with an emphasis on film and theater. While this role is assigned to WABC, the candidate will be required to create content that will be shared throughout the ABC OTV stations as well as other ABC/Disney platforms.



This role requires a self-starter who can multi-task and understands how to produce specialized content for various platforms. Great communication skills and a team-oriented demeanor is crucial, as well as the ability to represent our organization at community-facing events.



Responsibilities:

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On air performance
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Researching, Writing and Reporting



This is a full-time staff position. The position is covered under the SAG-AFTRA - WABC-TV Collective Bargaining Agreement.



The hiring range for this position in New York is $180,000 to $200,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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