Description:
97.9 WHAV, Greater Haverhill’s only public radio station and
nonprofit local news service, offers a unique opportunity to join a respected
and growing regional news operation—on-air, online, everywhere.
The position can be structured as part- or full-time or something
in between as mutually agreed.
Duties include writing, reporting, photographing and
recording news stories, which may include urgent breaking news, crime and
court, public meetings, local elections and investigative and/or deep-dive
pieces as assigned; night and occasional weekend assignments as news breaks;
placing public meetings and events on the air live; recording and editing
audio; and possible announcing.
Successful applicants will demonstrate an understanding of
what constitutes news, commitment to accuracy, attention to detail, natural
curiosity, objectivity, dependability and willingness to learn.
The position offers potential for growth.
Requirements
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A bachelor’s degree in journalism or related
field
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Prior writing/reporting experience (college
newspaper, web, TV or radio will be considered)
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Above average English spelling and grammar
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Reliable transportation and valid driver’s
license
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Strong ethics
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Ability to work well and quickly under deadline
pressure
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Familiarity with Associated Press (AP) Style
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Mastery of Microsoft Word and solid PC skills
Some technical training will be provided.
To be considered, upload introductory letter, resume and three
writing samples (URLs accepted) at https://whav.net/2024/09/19/careers-part-time-multimedia-general-assignment-journalist/. Please indicate areas
where you have experience and/or where you’d like to learn and develop. No
telephone calls please.
Public Media of New England Inc. d/b/a WHAV promotes equal
employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment,
without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital
status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran. WHAV is committed to providing
employees with a work environment free of unlawful discrimination and
harassment during all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring,
placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,
compensation and training.
WHAV is an affiliate of CBS News Radio and holds memberships
in the Institute for Nonprofit News, National Federation of Community
Broadcasters, Radio Television Digital News Association and Massachusetts
Broadcasters Association.
Apply
https://whav.net/2024/09/19/careers-part-time-multimedia-general-assignment-journalist/