Editor​/Writer WINS; part time

Job Description

1010 WINS, New York's one and only all-news station, is looking for a news editor and writer to work in our fast‑paced iconic newsroom. As an editor, you must have excellent editorial judgment and a deep understanding of current events, national politics, and local news. WINS editors must also take information and news copy and turn it into a story that sounds like a conversation on the city streets.

If you understand that compelling writing, great story‑telling, and creative use of sound make for a great news product, we want to hear from you. The ideal candidate will be a passionate news junkie with their finger on the pulse of NYC.

Job Title: Editor/Writer WINS

Department: News

Reporting To: Brand Manager

Employment Type: Part Time

Work Arrangement: On‑site

The anticipated starting salary range for New York City‑based individuals expressing interest in this position is $42.61/hr‑$53.36/hr salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

Audacy offers employees who are eligible for benefits a comprehensive benefits package which includes: a health care coordinator, medical, dental, vision, mental health, telemedicine, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, disability, life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, paid time off (sick, flex‑time away/vacation days, personal, parental, volunteer), 401(k) retirement plan, legal assistance, life assistance program, identity theft protection, discounted home and auto insurance, and pet insurance.

• Thrives under unrelenting deadline pressure.
• Supervises on‑air product, including editorial content.
• Selects stories for coverage and manages the editorial product in conjunction with News managers.
• Oversees line‑up of newscasts and makes changes as necessary.
• Organizes and delegates assignments.
• Coordinates breaking news/weather coverage.
• Writes extensively under deadline pressure.
• Continuously updates copy throughout the shift.
• Can read and understand complex material and turn it into easy‑to‑understand copy.
• Follows breaking news and updates source copy.
• Works with a team of seasoned professionals.
• Strong ability to incorporate audio into written stories.
• Has a working knowledge of legal guidelines, FCC rules, etc. and how they apply to the writing.
• Candidates must be experts in audio editing and social media.

• Must be able to work in one of the most fast‑paced radio newsrooms under the most demanding deadlines everywhere.
• Must have the ability to assign and write for major breaking news stories, tragedies, lighter stories, celebrities, news makers, and thrive in an environment where the work is subject to intense public scrutiny.
• Requires a minimum of 3‑5 years of major market experience as a broadcast producer/writer.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license, satisfactory completion of a motor vehicle record check, and, if the position requires use of the applicant’s own vehicle, proof of insurance.

Please be aware that Audacy will never ask you to send money at any point during the hiring process. Communication from legitimate Audacy representatives will only come from email addresses ending in  If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.

Audacy is a leading audio content and entertainment company. As champions of audio, we connect with people in the moments that matter—delivering trusted local news, passionate sports and your favorite music across 220+ radio stations, premium podcasts, live events and digital experiences that reach more than 200 million listeners every month. We create compelling content, foster deeply engaged audiences and deliver outcomes that matter for advertisers.

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