What are the responsibilities and job description for the KNX News AM Drive Editor position at Audacy, Inc.?
Overview
Job Title: KNX News AM Drive Editor
Department: News
Reporting To: Assistant News Director
Employment Type: Full-Time
Union: 332 - WGA Radio & TV Staff Promotion Writer/Producers & Newswriters, LA
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Schedule: 2:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Pay Transparency: The anticipated starting salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $82,300/yr to $105,000/yr. 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 with 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. Overview:KNX News is seeking a highly organized, creative, and driven AM Drive Editor to craft the morning drive newscasts, leading coverage during our highest-profile daypart. This role sets the editorial tone and direction for the entire news day, shaping daily editorial priorities, story selection, and presentation from the first newscast forward. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced newsroom, has impeccable journalistic judgment, and is an expert at crafting a compelling story.Responsibilities
What You'll Do:
- Lead editorial coverage and rundown creation for the KNX morning drive newscast
- Assign, coordinate, and support reporters, anchors, writers, and producers
- Monitor breaking news, wires, social channels, and newsroom sources to determine coverage priorities
- Write, edit, and update scripts, headlines, and audio elements
- Ensure stories are accurate, balanced, and compliant with legal, ethical, and journalistic standards
- Manage timing, structure, and transitions to maintain strong pacing and audience engagement
- Make fast, smart editorial decisions under deadline pressure
- Closely coordinate & communicate with management and follow up with editors to maintain reporting & producing calendars
Qualifications
Required & Preferred:
- 5 years of newsroom experience as an editor, producer, writer, or similar role
- Strong editorial judgment and understanding of breaking news coverage
- Excellent writing, copyediting, and communication skills
- Knowledge of AP Style and audio storytelling best practices
- Ability to work independently and lead a team during live breaking situations
- Experience with newsroom production tools and audio editing systems preferred
Important Notes:
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 @audacy.com. If you receive any suspicious requests or communications, please verify their authenticity before responding.
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About Us
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. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com and join the conversation on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.
EEO
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Salary : $82,300 - $105,000