Newsletter Writer Opening at Forbes
Are you obsessed with entrepreneurship, innovation and business? Think reading scores of stories a day and writing engaging and thoughtful syntheses of only the best would be professionally rewarding? Consider yourself to be a hardcore email newsletter groupie?
Forbes is looking for a contract writer to pen our new Monday-Friday newsletter. We need a real Forbes fan who can curate news, features and lifestyle articles, is able to write about a variety of topics in a smart, conversational voice and is dedicated to serving readers.

io9, Gizmodo’s science fiction, fantasy, and pop culture vertical, is looking for a Social Media Editor.

The Social Media Editor will package and curate stories and videos for io9’s social media channels. They will also work with writers and editors to create original social content. The ideal candidate will have a passion for news and social media, a love of sci-fi and pop culture geekery, and familiarity with the io9 voice. You should also have a deep understanding of current social platforms, as well as a sharp eye for emerging ones. We’re looking for candidates who are self-sufficient, comfortable working in a fast-paced atmosphere, and have at least two years of social media experience in a news environment.

Duties Include:

Curating and framing stories for Facebook publication
Publishing links and social video to Facebook and Twitter
Original social content creation (i.e. social/breaking news coverage, live-tweeting news events, raw video production, quote cards, gif creation, Instagram posts/assignments, etc)
Monitoring and participating in social conversations, recirculating relevant content on news pegs
Working with video teams to pitch/produce/facilitate live streams and other videos
Teaching our edit staff best practices for social + working with our sites to ensure our journalism is distributed

The Social Media Editor will package and curate stories and videos, as well as create original content for Lifehacker’s social media channels. The ideal candidate will have a passion for news and social media, as well as a deep curiosity about the tips, tricks, shortcuts and, yes, hacks that can make people's lives better, easier and more productive. You should be familiar with the Lifehacker voice and have an understanding of current social platforms, as well as a sharp eye for emerging ones. We’re looking for candidates who are self-sufficient, comfortable working in a fast-paced atmosphere, and have at least two years of social media experience in a news environment.

Duties Include

Curating and framing stories for Facebook publication
Publishing links and social video to Facebook and Twitter
Original social content creation (i.e. social/breaking news coverage, live-tweeting news events, raw video production, quote cards, gif creation, Instagram posts/assignments, etc)
Monitoring and participating in social conversations, recirculating relevant content on news pegs
Working with video teams to pitch/produce/facilitate live streams and other videos
Teaching our edit staff best practices for social + working with our sites to ensure our journalism is distributed

Deadspin, Gizmodo Media Group’s sports and culture site, is looking for a Social Media Editor.

The Social Media Editor will package and curate stories and videos for Deadspin’s social media channels. They will also work with writers and editors to create original social content. The ideal candidate will have a passion for news and social media, knowledge of all major sports (and some not major ones as well!), and familiarity with the Deadspin voice. You should also have a deep understanding of current social platforms, as well as a sharp eye for emerging ones. We’re looking for candidates who are self-sufficient, comfortable working in a fast-paced atmosphere, and have at least two years of social media experience in a news environment. Ability to clip and cut video quickly is a huge plus.

Duties Include

Curating and framing stories for Facebook publication
Publishing links and social video to Facebook and Twitter
Original social content creation (i.e. social/breaking news coverage, live-tweeting news events, raw video production, quote cards, gif creation, Instagram posts/assignments, etc)
Monitoring and participating in social conversations, recirculating relevant content on news pegs
Working with video teams to pitch/produce/facilitate live streams and other videos
Teaching our edit staff best practices for social + working with our sites to ensure our journalism is distributed

12up will be shooting daily shorts on trending topics in the world of sports.

We are looking for multiple on-screen talents who are passionate about sports and pop culture and possess a strong interest of the both. This will be a weekly shoot where the candidate will help conceive an idea and, if applicable, write their own script. Weekend work may be required.

This is a great opportunity for an aspiring on-screen sports personality to build their portfolio and show their ability to build their brand.

Interested applicants should include their resume with a link to a video portfolio or relevant online video.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $30 per hour

Job Location: New York

Quartz is looking for a creative, enthusiastic individual with a passion for organization and a love of the internet to join our newsroom as an Editorial Administrative Assistant.

This is an ideal position for someone energized by the prospect of being immersed in the daily operations of a fast-growing new media startup.

Responsibilities include:
- Handling travel, scheduling, and expense management for Quartz’s editor in chief and its executive editors
- Processing all freelance contracts, tax documents, and invoices, and issuing check requests
- Some editorial production, including tasks like copy proofing, photo selection, headline and caption writing
- Helping our Talent Lab onboard new staff and organize events, including staff-wide gatherings, and internal training sessions
- Providing support and assistance to the editorial team and newsroom, as needed.
- The successful candidate will be a collegial collaborator, who is open to helping with a range of tasks. Did we mention the person should be organized?

Ideal qualifications include:
- An outstanding record of achievement in current/past positions
- Confidentiality with sensitive material and communication
- An ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels of the business
- Superior service ethic and grace under pressure
- Excellent time management and judgment, and the ability to manage complex operations in a fast-paced environment
- Good writing and editing skills
- An entrepreneurial spirit, with a track record of taking initiative
- Bachelor’s degree

The GroundTruth Project is a nonprofit news organization based at WGBH in Boston, with a mission to support a new generation of journalists. Our team is small, our awards are big, and our impact is growing. We provide opportunities and mentorship to emerging journalists through reporting fellowships, our new initiative Report for America, and additional programs for photography and audio documentaries. We’re passionate about great journalism and the role it plays in democracy, both abroad and in local communities.

GroundTruth’s website, newsletters and social media are the places where we showcase in-depth reporting by the journalists we work with, provide resources for early-career journalists everywhere, and get the word out about our upcoming opportunities and programs. A key member of the team, the Digital Editor takes the lead on these platforms, in close collaboration with the GroundTruth team.

The Digital Editor is responsible for daily social media deliverables, weekly newsletter deliverables and web production, but this position is not the hamster wheel of a typical news organization. This position also includes time and space for creativity, experimentation and innovation across editorial responsibilities, from how we produce and present stories to how we grow our audiences. Furthermore, there will be opportunities to collaborate with other media outlets, develop and strengthen our partnerships, and be involved in trainings for journalists.

At its heart, we’re looking for a strong editor who is digitally savvy and enjoys growing and engaging audiences. We’re also looking for the attention to detail and design sensibilities needed to bring polish and professionalism to the presentation of our work on all platforms. This person should thrive in the spirited environment of a startup, enjoy wearing multiple hats, and be willing to help with the behind-the-scenes work that fuels a nonprofit.

We are open to candidates of any experience level, as long as you can make a strong case for why you’d be a good fit for this position. The GroundTruth Project is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.

AskMen is a leading digital lifestyle brand, providing expert advice and product recommendations to help men make better choices in dating & relationships, personal style, health & fitness and more. The site attracts 14 million monthly unique visitors worldwide.

We are looking for a dynamic Health & Fitness Editor to join our New York or Montreal team. This role will report to the Managing Editor, and you will be tasked with running all of our Health & Fitness content -- from conception and planning to publication. The ideal candidate should also be proficient in digital content production in a CMS, procuring assets from various sources and able to track metrics on stories to strategize future story ideas.

In this role, your content should drive top engagement and facilitate our company mission as “the most trusted purchase companion.”

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is
• Well versed in health and fitness - you know the latest fitness trends and be able to navigate around a gym
• A problem solver - You have lots of initiative and strong problem-solving skills. You demonstrate a sense of urgency -- you like to do things well and finish them quickly. When things aren’t working, you’re not afraid to try new things and pivot.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating a narrative around products. You’re a born storyteller and a fitness fanatic, and you are able to shift your thinking between the two disciplines.

Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:
• Contributing to the planning of the editorial roadmap, and lead the execution of various editorial projects -- including working with freelance writers, editing copy and building content in a CMS.
• Conduct self-lead research to identify content creation and marketing opportunities.
• Track metrics on content produced and use data to influence future editorial decisions.
• Contributing to the ongoing evolution of health & fitness commerce content across AskMen.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in journalism, communications or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of experience in writing/editing digital content in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Driven to hit traffic goals through creating quality content, optimizing for SEO and using online analytics tools (such as Google Analytics)
• A strong interest in the health and wellness space, and the products that go along with it

NEW BOOK: Exciting opportunity for a business journalist as a Research Assistant for a new book.

Paid, flexible freelance opportunity (10-20 hours a week) to work remotely as a research assistant for an upcoming book that is garnering a good amount of interest from the financial media to publishing realm.

Ideal candidate will be a research go-getter and have an interest in business journalism and markets with a curiosity about the book writing process from the ground up.

START DATE: Asap

The position is for its New York Bureau. The successful candidate will work closely with a correspondent covering general news in North America, including breaking news, politics and U.S. society, while also working with the New York bureau chief on long-term research projects and features.

Job Description:
Assisting our New York-based correspondent by conducting background research, gathering news and comments, arranging and conducting interviews, and closely following developments in the correspondent’s beat. That said, candidates must be flexible and willing to work with other correspondents on other issues when necessary. Some travel, domestic and international, may be required (this is a position with no article-writing or byline opportunities).

Qualifications:
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred). Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently are required. Background in International Affairs and/or American Politics/Society. Japanese language skills are helpful but not required.