WTOP Digital Writer / Editor, PT Freelance Job at WTOP & Federal News Radio in Was

WTOP Digital Writer / Editor, PT Freelance

Job Overview : The Digital Editor / Writer is responsible for writing and copyediting articles for publication on WTOP.com. Digital Editor / Writers contribute to make WTOP the leading provider of local, timely and relevant news and information for news consumers in the Washington, D.C., metro region.

Job Responsibilities

• Write and copyedit news articles, write engaging headlines to accompany articles, create photo galleries
• Brainstorm and develop story ideas that impact and reflect the diverse region that WTOP covers
• Actively pursue news tips that come in via email, phone calls or other official sources
• Monitor local / national news outlets, social media and email to make sure WTOP is on top of the most relevant and breaking news stories of the day
• Work with the digital team to ensure WTOP’s high journalistic standards and core brand attributes are met on a daily basis
• Manage the WTOP.com homepage using news judgment and analytics to guide decisions
• Edit and post video, as needed
• Write engaging posts for social media, as needed
• Send breaking news emails and app alerts. Deliver news with a sense of urgency 24 / 7
• Communicate effectively and interact with reporters filing web articles, photos and videos.
• Work in conjunction with radio team to share information on stories WTOP is covering
• Maintain awareness of radio product at all times, including weather and traffic reports
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Compensation and Benefits : The hourly rate of pay for this position is $25.00 to $28.00 per hour. For more information on benefits, please visit https : / / hubbardbroadcasting.com / our-company / working-here /

EEO Statement : We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability / vets.

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