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MANAGING EDITOR - MALNUTRITION AND STUNTING (Contract)
MANAGING EDITOR - MALNUTRITION AND STUNTING (Contract)
News Deeply is looking for a smart, passionate and committed Managing Editor to create and lead a temporary channel on Malnutrition and Stunting, devoted to in-depth coverage of this often forgotten area of global health. This is a full-time role contractor position for 10 months starting in mid-September. Preferred location is New York.
Who are we?
News Deeply builds networks of passionate communities that allow key stakeholders to engage with the most important issues in a subject area and exchange valuable insights. Our knowledge-driven platforms serve as the go-to hub for each topic, bringing together influencers in an immersive content experience that includes articles, videos, newsletters, data and research, community conversations and events.
We started with Syria Deeply and are now scaling our platform across topics in geopolitics, the environment, health, technology and other areas of special interest. Fortune 1000 companies, think tanks, philanthropies and academic institutions work with us to access our high-value audience, our proprietary information and our community- building expertise.
In a crowded, complicated world, our hubs unite communities and surface vital information and trends, helping our readers to understand and make better decisions on the issues that matter, deeply, to the state of our world.
The Managing Editor
Leads the editorial direction, ensuring the channel is up-to- date and meets our goal of giving users complete understanding of malnutrition issues, including childhood nutrition and stunting
Generates: background guides on childhood nutrition and stunting; data-driven insights and policy analysis; personal and community-based stories that ground the policy and research in ways that are approachable and personal; perspectives and commentaries from health analysts and practitioners around the world; multimedia stories with photo and video components
Helps oversee and manage freelance contributors.
Contributes interviews, analyses and reporting.
Works with the Community Editor to lead the development and management of a community of experts who are both users and contributors to the platform and events.
Increases audience engagement and traffic to site by actively assisting with social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc.).
Assists with the development and delivery of events, if necessary
Regularly and actively contributes to an open sharing of ideas as we seek to perpetually improve our products.
QUALIFICATIONS
Solid background (6+ years) in journalism, preferably at a major newspaper, website or magazine.
Advanced understanding of nutrition issues in the developing world.
Extremely strong writing and editing skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced news environment.
Advanced multimedia skills desirable.
Interested in applying?
Please send your CV along with a cover letter and five journalistic writing samples to jobs@newsdeeply.com
Contract Digital Producer
TIME is looking for a full-time hourly producer to assist editors and writers. This producer will work alongside the staff pulling AP wires, crafting SEO and social language, reproducing both internal and external syndications, monitoring breaking news for quick wire turnaround, producing larger tentpole packages, embedding photos and videos and updating articles with e-commerce links where relevant. This role is critical in maintaining a fast paced newsroom and key to allowing editors to turn around breaking news and produce complicated features. Some data entry and administrative work will also be required on an as-needed basis.
This is a 35-hour a week job, paid hourly (not salaried). We are looking for 0-1 year experience for this role.
Business reporter (potential senior role)
TradeWinds, a global business newspaper covering the shipping industry, is seeking a reporter for its Stamford bureau. The successful candidate will be expected to cover breaking news for our web edition while delivering exclusive news stories, insightful enterprise stories and well-crafted features for our flagship weekly newspaper and quarterly magazine.
This is an opportunity to do hard-hitting independent journalism in the New York area while working for a global publisher of various business titles that pays a competitive salary.
Experienced candidates will be considered for a senior reporting role, but junior reporters with solid journalism skills are also encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates must have:
A dedication to and track record of good independent journalism
The ability to deliver copy that is concise, clear, engaging and clean enough to publish without editing
A commitment to factual accuracy and fair and balanced reporting
The ability to juggle multiple deadlines for various publication cycles
Ideal candidates may also have:
Strong technical skills, including the ability to learn content management systems quickly
Multimedia and digital skills, such as video, audio and still photography
Experience covering business news
Copy editing experience
Additionally, a candidate for a senior role should have a track record as a newsroom leader with experience leading a team of reporters.
Reporter
Fund Action, the Fund Intelligence group’s mutual fund and retirement industry publication, is seeking a talented and enthusiastic New York-based financial reporter to generate timely coverage of mutual fund and exchange-traded fund marketing, strategy and product development.
This position functions as part of a team of reporters across eight related mutual fund information networks. The title includes a weekly print publication, daily news website, as well as a calendar of panel briefings, webinars and awards events.
Ideal candidates are interested in financial reporting, prepared to break daily news, and are up for the challenge of covering the nuances of this fast-paced industry. The successful hire must be motivated to pitch self-generated scoops and file consistently clean and accurate copy on deadline.
Responsibilities:
o Pitch and write at least one daily news story and one weekly news feature or analysis
o Travel occasionally to cover industry conferences and build contacts
o Cultivate a network of sources by working the phones, arranging in-person meetings, and attending industry events.
Qualifications and experience:
o Degree in journalism preferred
o 1-10 years working in a newsroom or related field
o Proficiency working with social media, data and content management systems
NEWS DEEPLY: COMMUNITY EDITOR, STUNTING & MALNUTRITION
NEWS DEEPLY: COMMUNITY EDITOR, STUNTING & MALNUTRITION
News Deeply builds networks of passionate communities that allow key stakeholders to engage and exchange valuable insights. Our knowledge-driven platforms serve as the go-to hub for each topic, bringing together influencers in an immersive content experience that includes articles, videos, newsletters, data and research, community conversations and events.
We are seeking a Community Manager based in either New York, Beirut, London, or Paris. This person will lead audience engagement and development efforts for a 10-month project (starting mid-September) to help launch and develop a platform that will focus on malnutrition and stunting, especially in the developing world. This is a high-impact role, working closely with our editorial and product teams internally and with our stakeholder audience externally.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Map, grow, and strengthen our audience of policymakers, academics, corporates, NGOs, and journalists.
Engage the community through editorial projects (e.g., Q&As, op-eds), conversations on each platform and social media, live and virtual events, and user research.
Understand and translate user needs, metrics, and journeys into actionable items to be executed in conjunction with the editorial and product teams.
Develop and execute effective amplification and promotion efforts through social media, newsletters, and media partnerships.
REQUIREMENTS
3-5 years of experience in journalism, social media, copywriting, public relations, community outreach, user research and/or data analysis.
Excellent writing and editing skills.
Experience in amplifying content and engaging with expert audiences across social platforms, such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Quora.
Comfort with high-touch engagement with high-level stakeholders.
Creativity, problem solving, and grit, with ability to pick up the slack and be the glue between multiple teams.
Team player, with experience working with and coordinating across multiple priorities and team members in several timezones.
Domain experience in nutrition and stunting issues and their respective communities is a big plus.
Desire to work in a high-impact environment with colleagues who are passionate to surface vital information and connect communities on the topics that matter deeply to the state of work.
Note: Some travel may be required.
News Deeply is an award-winning media and technology company, dedicated to providing information in the global public good. The company’s inaugural platform, Syria Deeply, is an award-winning fusion of journalism, education and digital design. Time magazine called the platform “The Future of News,” while Fast Company said it “Outsmarts the News, Redefines Conflict Coverage.” The team was honored with the National Press Foundation’s Excellence in Online Journalism Award for 2013.
Travel Journalism, Photography & Video Internship Seminars in MADRID, SPAIN (JULY/AUGUST 2018)
ROOSTERGNN Global News Network (RGNN.org), a non-profit organization, and ROOSTERGNN Academy are OFFERING,
Intensive Travel Journalism, Photography & Video Internship Seminars, based in Madrid, Spain.
During the Journalism Internship Seminar, students participate in an intensive journalism program coordinated by a Team of Editors and Writers, with the participation of Experts and Mentors. The program includes attendance at Editorial Meetings, Travel Journalism Workshops, Photography Workshops, Video Workshops, Mentoring Sessions and Feedback Sessions, all of which culminates in the publication of a bi-weekly travel magazine, publishes in digital format in the news agency.
All of the Experts and Mentors are bilingual (English & Spanish). To participate in the Seminars, it is required that students have knowledge of at least ONE of these languages. Students can choose to write their articles in English, Spanish or both.
The selection process is rigorous and includes an interview for all candidates of interest.
The Internship Seminar offers students the possibility to graduate with a Portfolio of Published Content, published in the news agency, a Travel Journalism, Photography & Video Internship Certification, a Certification of Academic Credit, as well as a Letter of Recommendation of Merit, if applicable.
The Internship Seminar includes housing in shared studio apartments in the central Salamanca neighborhood of Madrid, Spain.
CALENDAR. Each Two-Week Module culminates in the publication of a travel magazine. Students can enroll in one single Two-Week Module, or in various — the workshops do NOT repeat themselves. Please see full list of collaborating Experts and Mentors, and their Workshops here.
INTENSIVE SEMINAR (SUMMER 2018).
• MODULE I: Sunday, July 15, 2018 to Saturday, July 28, 2018.
• MODULE II: Sunday, July 29, 2018 to Saturday, August 11, 2018.
WELCOME PACKET. Before the start of the Seminar, all students will receive a Welcome Packet via email, which will include an updated version of the Schedule. In the meantime, students can consult a Sample Schedule here: http://rgnn.org/academy/madrid-spain-travel-journalism-photography-internship-seminar/schedule.
PROGRAM: INTENSIVE TRAVEL JOURNALISM & PHOTOGRAPHY INTERNSHIP SEMINAR. Link to the current version of the Program: http://rgnn.org/academy/madrid-spain-travel-journalism-photography-internship-seminar/program
CONTENT. Each Two-Week Module includes the following content, which must be completed in order to obtain curricular benefits as detailed below.
◦ Journalism Specialization. Seminar specializing in Travel Journalism, Photography and Video.
◦ Attendance at Orientation, where the academic requirements are explained.
◦ Attendance at ROOSTERGNN Editorial Meetings. One Editorial Meeting per Two-Week Module, in which each student is assigned one (1) article.
◦ Attendance at Group Mentoring Sessions. Three Mentoring Sessions per Two-Week Module, to discuss the progress of students on their articles.
◦ Attendance at Group Feedback & Editing Sessions. Three Group Feedback & Editing Sessions per Two-Week Module. Each student will receive verbal feedback on the articles assigned during the Editorial Meetings. All articles must be received by the deadline indicated by RGNN in order to be eligible for Feedback.
◦ Participate in Travel Journalism, Photography & Video Workshops with Experts and Mentors. Four (4) Workshops per Two-Week Module, addressing the following areas of travel journalism, photography and video. The full list of Workshops can be consulted in the following link.
▪ One (1) Travel Journalism Workshop, which can address the following topics: preparation and research; writing; editing; publication and possible markets; design; social media and other useful tools.
▪ One (1) Professional Development for Journalists Session. Advice will be given on, for example, how to put together a resume, how to apply for future journalism jobs, how to prepare for a job interview, etc.
▪ Two Photography & Video Workshops: followed by an orientation, there will be one street photography & video workshop, and one on night photography & video workshop.
◦ Participate in the Professional Headshot Photoshoot.
Students will go behind the scenes at RGNN and have a professional headshot photoshoot session at the RGNN film and photo studio.
◦ Submit Photojournalism and Video Portfolio. Students will take photographs and videos for social media throughout the Seminar, of which RGNN will choose the best to publish in the news agency’s communication channels.
◦ Submit a Final Seminar Evaluation. All students will be required to submit a final Evaluation before the end of the Seminar.
EXPERTS AND MENTORS. The Seminar includes the collaboration of prestigious Experts and Mentors. Please see the Experts collaborating in each Two-Week Module here.
CULTURAL IMMERSION IN MADRID AND SPAIN. Participate in the Cultural Immersion Program. The Internship Seminar includes a Typical Spanish Tapas Networking Farewell Reception at the end of the program.
HOUSING. The Internship Seminar includes housing in furnished studio apartments selected by RGNN in the central neighborhood of Salamanca in Madrid, Spain. Thirteen (13) nights. Housing is shared in double apartments (2 individual beds). Each studio apartment has its own bathroom and kitchen, air-conditioning, as well as weekly cleaning and change of sheets and towels. The building moreover has wifi, 24 hour concierge, laudromat and dryer room, swimming pool and sundeck. The entry of persons foreign to the Program is not permitted in the houses. Alcohol within the apartments is also not permitted. RGNN will assign accommodation. The dates in which housing will be available are:
• MODULE I: Sunday, July 15, 2018 to Saturday, July 28, 2018.
• MODULE II: Sunday, July 29, 2018 to Saturday, August 11, 2018.
Local bilingual emergency support, 24 hours. The Seminar has local, bilingual (English and Spanish) emergency support staff available 24 hours a day.
OPB Seeks Reporter/Producer
OPB seeks a Reporter/Producer to join a nationwide five-person team of journalists with a specific mandate: to improve the diversity of issues, voices and perspectives in public media storytelling. This network of journalists will take a fresh examination of race and diversity -- bringing context to issues that are similar and different across the United States. OPB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
German-Speaking Reporter
Seeking a German-speaking reporter to come into our Wall Street studio and provide a weekly on-air broadcast.
Currently there are seven different languages represented in our video line-up. We hope to add a regular report in German to reach a wider audience.
Podcast Host
catalysta seeks a journalist to host a podcast. This a paid, freelance position.
Transformational
What’s a person to do who wants inspirational and purposeful work? It’s a challenge in a world that wasn’t built with such standards in mind. Transformational guests range from sociologists and economists to psychologists and spiritual teachers who share knowledge and practical approaches to the transition from manageable to fulfilling.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate on selection of guests
- Research the guest
- Audio interview the guest
- Provide input on editing
Skills
- Research and interview expertise
- Love journalism
- Experience with audio content