Investigative Content Manager-Food

The Managing Investigative Editor-Food functions as the content writer leader, assigner and editor of larger investigative stories in the food area, working with stakeholders in Health/Food CFA and across all platforms for the organization to create high-impact stories.. This editor also edits the work of other on-staff editors and writers. Ensures that high quality content is delivered in accordance with that strategy across all media formats and platforms.

  • Under the direction of the Health/Food Content Team Leader, develops the content strategy for one or more significant investigative stories in the food realm every month
  • Produces manages and assigns work with staff editors, writers , market analysts, testers –and where appropriate staff in Engagement and Mobilization to ensure the delivery of content across platforms in accordance with strategy, on time, consumer focused, accurate and compelling
  • Develops strong network of contributors to create work across the platforms for the organization as needed
  • Serves as an on-staff expert and spokesperson in the food realm. Stays abreast of important developments in those and related categories and keeps the larger team informed
  • Produces, schedules, allocates work, and edits content for two or more investigative stories ensuring accurate, quality on-time delivery across multiple media formats and platforms
  • Interacts with manufacturers, governmental agencies, customers, etc. to represent test results or other work/initiatives within CR
  • Coordinates the development of story components (surveys, questionnaires, test protocols, etc.) for investigative stories
  • Actively participates as a senior member of a product testing and content team, conferring with other team members as necessary to ensure objectives for quality and timeliness are met
  • Ensures staff is correctly interpreting data and generating accurate and timely content
  • Edits and rewrites the work of subordinates as necessary
  • Writes stories/blogs as needed to support other important topic areas that the Health and Food CFA has in scope
  • Performs other tasks as required

• College graduate or equivalent background with 7-10+ years' experience writing and editing the work of others and meeting rigid deadlines
• Significant background in food science, and covering developments in food safety, labeling and nutrition for consumer-facing media outlets
• Able to translate statistical and technical data into accurate, well-written, well-organized and compelling content in a range of media formats
• Excellent organizational skills
• Well-developed judgment and a broad range of interests and knowledge
• Excellence in product coverage, supported by such growth opportunities as ongoing education courses, membership in professional associations, and involvement in industry/professional conferences
• Understanding of the unique content needs and conventions across all platforms including print, website, social media
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software; knowledge of state-of-the-art page design software such as K4
Success Criteria:
• Promotes collaboration and inclusion, working across all disciplines and partnering with key stakeholders to break down silos
• Inspires others to embrace and lead change by clearly communicating the desired future state and gaining commitment to change the vision.
• Communicates clearly and confidently on a consistent basis
• Commits to continuous learning and development
• Actively seeks feedback
• Assumes ownership and accountability

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Reporter /Researcher

Reporter /Researcher--New York Bureau of The Yomiuri Shimbun, Japan's leading print news organization

Main duties involve assisting the Yomiuri's Japanese United Nations correspondent by covering the Security Council and other UN bodies. This includes attending press briefings, tracking relevant stories, arranging and conducting interviews, doing research, coming up with story ideas, etc. Applicant may also be required to work other news areas including national politics, business, major breaking news, and sports, as the situation warrants. Some transcribing of briefings and interviews is also required.

Applicants must have a strong interest in current affairs, especially international relations. An interest in journalism combined with attention to accuracy and the ability to multitask effectively under deadline is required. Applicants should already be based in New York region.

NYC Freelance Spot News Camera Operators Needed

If you have a strong desire to be a photojournalist in the broadcast news field, you can't pass up this opportunity to work in the number one news market. As a freelance camera-operator for Our News Department you will be showcasing your talent to every major 9 news show in the NYC area.

THIS IS A COMMISSION POSITION NOT SALARY.

MUST HAVE A CAR AND KNOW THE FIVE BOROUGHS.

ONLY SERIOUS APPLICANTS NEED APPLY

Web Producer

POLITICO Pro is seeking a web producer who is passionate about journalism and looking to kick start a career in a newsroom. We’re looking for someone who can manage and copy edit content related to the politics of policy, write headlines/teases and convert or enhance stories for the web all while maintaining quality control.

Who You Are
Adaptable: You tackle any challenges that arise and enjoy solving problems. Whether you're troubleshooting glitches in the CMS or navigating different communication styles, you are flexible and don’t miss a beat when it comes to changes in a schedule or workflow.
A time management guru: You’re able to multi-task without losing focus and prioritize multiple projects while juggling several competing deadlines. You're eager to, but realistic about taking on more projects without sacrificing quality. Some of your biggest strengths are ambition and work ethic.
A communicator: Your written and verbal communication skills make you an approachable “go-to” for relaying messages to senior colleagues inside and outside of the newsroom.
Attentive to detail: You’re comfortable acting as the “final say” before publishing our work and you can edit for clarity, consistency and accuracy.

What You'll Do
Work closely with our reporters and editors to manage and publish POLITICO Pro’s influential content, adhering to AP Style’s copy editing standards.
Add art, produce/test links and schedule alerts and calendar events.
File and tag stories in the content management system (CMS) while troubleshooting any snags and glitches that arise.
Communicate with reporters and editors onsite and offsite, while maintaining a calm demeanor in a sometimes hectic newsroom.

What You'll Need
First and foremost, we want someone who is passionate about digital media and journalism.
A desire to build on your knowledge of politics and policy issues.
B.A./B.S. or equivalent (preferably in Journalism, Political Science or English).
Experience in a fast-paced environment, ideally an internet publication or newsroom.
Working knowledge of AP Style and a bonus for exposure to content management systems (CMS) and HTML.

Researcher

The Mainichi Newspapers is looking to hire a full-time researcher for its New York bureau. As a long-established publication and one of the top 5 in national newspaper circulation worldwide, working with Mainichi will surely provide excellent experience to entry-level journalists, or any individual seeking a future in Asia- or Japan-related fields.

Researcher's duties include research on a wide range of topics, arranging interviews, transcription, tasks relating to office management, and assisting the bureau chief for reporting, with a focus on politics, international diplomacy and social issues. Applicant must be creative and resourceful, have a strong interest in current events and keen research skills. Foreign language fluency is not required, but appreciated. We are located in Midtown East and our hours are from 10 am to 6 pm. Assistance may be required for news events occurring outside of working hours; overtime will be compensated.

Reporter

Real Estate Weekly is looking for a reporter who can turn around news and features for both print and web stories on the most exciting real estate market in the world and its players. News writing experience or major in journalism essential. Video production and content packaging skills a bonus.

Reporter

The Reporter works hard every day to relay the news that residents need and want to know about. The reporter covers City Council meetings and also writes about business, transportation, health care, events and more. Stories are published in our award-winning monthly, full-color publication and on our website, recently named the best non-daily news website in the country by the National Newspaper Association.
This position requires the ability to juggle multiple print and online deadlines, so multitasking capability is a must. We're looking for someone who has an understanding of the way city government functions. It is essential to be motivated, trustworthy and levelheaded under pressure to be successful in this position.

Responsibilities:
Generate original story ideas and present them at internal planning meetings
Investigate, analyze, and interpret newsworthy events taking place within and outside the assigned community to produce and write original, engaging, and content-appropriate news stories, including features and web stories
Contribute ideas for graphics and sidebars for each story
Develop, maintain, and grow network of news sources and community contacts
Maintain accurate source and contact records that are easily accessible by team members
Research and maintain awareness of current and future business development, by attending city council meetings, school board meetings, commissioners court meetings, and other community events to ensure a steady flow of news
Interview news sources in person (occasionally from the desk) and from a variety of perspectives to ensure accurate reporting
Commit to the highest level of accuracy and complete all writing within established deadlines
Provide oversight and leadership to interns
Exercise independent discretion and judgment in how and where to promote the company to readers, community leaders, news sources, and the general public
Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at networking events and other external functions
Must be able to drive and provide own transportation and motorist insurance
Assist in other duties as instructed or required
Must be punctual and maintain an acceptable attendance record
Must adhere to company policies and procedures

Video Editor

Daily Mail
In this role you will license and post video, write headlines, produce, shoot and edit short form content for web and other media outlets.

Responsibilities

· Ability to edit short-form web videos in a breaking news environment
· Write headlines and descriptions for videos for news wire and exclusive videos
· Assist in distributing video clips on social media
· Produce Facebook Live videos
· Find videos internally and externally to enhance coverage
· Upload licensed and exclusive content using Brightcove

Key Qualifications
· Bachelor's degree
· Thorough knowledge of AP style
· Experience shooting and producing high-quality videos in a “one-man-band” capacity
· Ability to operate different cameras and work with various shooting formats
· Proficient in Adobe Premiere
· Ability to work with After Effects, Creative Suite, audio mixing, color correction/finishing a bonus

Senior Editor

Hertzman Media Group is looking for a senior editor to join our family of apparel industry publications: Sourcing Journal, Vamp and Rivet.

The editor will cover financial and business news for our daily publications and create feature stories and reports that analyzes how individual news stories affect the entire apparel and footwear supply chains. A strong preference will be given to candidates that have experience reporting on issues like labor, trade, government regulations, quarterly results, currency fluctuations, and bankruptcies and acquisitions. Must have an eye for news and the ability to pitch a regular stream of stories that are appropriate for our audience, which is made up of apparel and footwear industry executives.

Applicants must have a journalism degree and 3-5 years of journalism experience, ideally in a daily news environment. You're an enthusiastic team player who loves working in a fast-paced environment. You'll be expected to create clean copy, create informative content (with an eye for SEO-friendly headlines and copy), and grow into an expert in the business side of the apparel industry.

Ideal Candidates Must Have:
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills. This job requires strong top editing skills.
• Ability to identify time sensitive news.
• Proven experience in writing both short news stories and long form features.
• Ability to meet deadlines across a wide range of media channels.
• Ability to maintain an editorial schedule.
• Strong research skills. Detail oriented.
• Ability to collaborate with editorial staff, sales, design and marketing teams.
• A clear understanding of the integrated nature of content and product across all channels, including but not limited to online, social media, magazines and events.
• An understanding of how a B2B audience differs from a consumer audience.
• Ability to adapt to each publication’s voice.
• Ability to self-educate by attending conferences, trade shows and reading trade journals.
• Experience in managing and scheduling staff writers and/or interns, a plus.
Competitive salary and benefits. Ideal candidate must have some trade experience and be a fast study, eager to learn and looking for career advancement opportunities.

Junior Interactive Developer

The New York Daily News is hiring a junior interactive developer to work in its newsroom. This is an entry-level position.

You’ll be tasked with building tools and interactive templates and one-offs that extend our storytelling capabilities and let us engage our readers in new ways.

We’re looking for a self-starter to develop ideas and work alongside our award-winning reporters and editors on projects big and small — from data-intensive interactives to simple maps and charts. Your work would tackle subjects of local and national interest across newsroom departments – from news to entertainment to sports.

We want to hear from you if:

* You understand the importance of clean code (even if you don't always live up to it).
* You (understand the importance of) document(ing) your code.
* You have a passion for journalism.
* You care about valid markup.
* You have a willingness to learn new languages, tools and software.
* Bonus points if you're comfortable on the command line.

Technology we use:

* HTML, CSS, Javascript
* Git
* D3.js
* PHP, Python
* MySQL, Excel, OpenRefine, Google docs
* CartoDB, Google Fusion Tables, Leaflet
* Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator

To apply, email jmurphy@nydailynews.com:

* A cover letter that includes why you're a good match for the Daily News
* A few links to your favorite projects
* Your resume

The New York Daily News combines the fast pace of one of America’s largest, most-diverse newsrooms with the innovation and sophisticated product thinking of a digital-first enterprise. We occupy a top digital position in news, sports, entertainment and living and are an overall comScore Top 100 property. Our mobile footprint now accounts for more than 50 percent of our audience profile. To further expand our efforts in the areas of editorial, product development, mobile, video, technology, marketing, and sales we are recruiting amazing digital talent. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are looking for smart, hungry, humble individuals who possess a good sense of humor and are passionate about building something great and evolving the future of news in America.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.

EOE

M/F/D/V