Main Goal
Report news and great stories.
Main Responsibilities
- Publish high quality news, having the chance to use a variety of formats (written articles, videos).
- Share and promote the news through social networks to increase the number of the readers.
Compensation
Up to $500 per article.
The Compensation may vary according to a number of factors, such as Readers reading the article (the more people read the content, the more money you can earn); Type of topics and categories; Source of the readers. The compensation scheme is fully available on this page http://www.blastingnews.com/
A welcome package will be granted to the most promising writers (the welcome package is available ONLY to the Blasters applying through this job offer and following the Selection Process as described below).
Competences and Experience
- Some/strong knowledge of publishing content on the web.
- Ability to verify sources and fact-check articles.
- Passionate about innovative online media paradigms, social journalism and democracy in the information system. Interest and skills in SEO and in social media marketing.
- Native English speaker.
Operating Details
Type of contract: Freelance.
Job Location: Anywhere.
Working hours: Flexible.
Selection Process
The candidate must upload their resume and an example article related to a recent occurring event of at least 2.000 characters on http://us.blastingnews.com/welcome-cv/
The HR team will evaluate the resume and will follow up with the candidate.
A staff position based in the USA reporting to the Editor in London fact-checking, copy editing and rewriting content for the US edition of The Day. Content may be originated in or outside the USA so it may need different levels of editing.
Responsibilities
Being fully immersed in US and international current affairs, reading and researching widely and applying a keen, questioning, philosophical intelligence to the big underlying issues of the day. Providing daily ideas for stories and features to the Editor. Attending up to one daily meeting on Skype to discuss ideas. Being on call permanently if required to help with big breaking news stories. Editing with utmost clarity and good style daily and delivering publication-ready content to exacting deadlines. Taking a lively interest in the broader mission of the company to change the world for the better and contributing ideas and energy to that effort.
Skills & experience
A top level degree or equivalent, a very wide field of knowledge, an engaging personality and a proven ability to think clearly and interestingly. The most important skill is the ability to edit swiftly to deadlines.
A staff position based in the USA reporting to the Editor in London writing daily news and features as directed.
Resonsibilities -
Being fully immersed in US and international current affairs, reading and researching widely and applying a keen, questioning, philosophical intelligence to the big underlying issues of
the day. Providing daily ideas for stories and features to the Editor. Attending up to one daily meeting on Skype to discuss ideas. Being on call permanently if required to cover big breaking news stories. Writing with utmost clarity and good style daily and delivering
polished copy that requires little or no editing to exacting deadlines. Taking a lively interest in the broader mission of the company to change the world for the better and contributing ideas
and energy to that effort.
Skills & experience-
A top level degree or equivalent, a very wide field of knowledge, an engaging personality and a proven ability to think clearly and interestingly. The most important skill is the ability to
write lucid and stylish English prose swiftly to deadlines.
A staff position based in the USA reporting to the Editor in London fact-checking, copy editing and rewriting content for the US edition of The Day. Content may be originated in or outside the USA so it may need different levels of editing.
Responsibilities
Being fully immersed in US and international current affairs, reading and researching widely and applying a keen, questioning, philosophical intelligence to the big underlying issues of the day. Providing daily ideas for stories and features to the Editor. Attending up to one daily meeting on Skype to discuss ideas. Being on call permanently if required to help with big breaking news stories. Editing with utmost clarity and good style daily and delivering publication-ready content to exacting deadlines. Taking a lively interest in the broader mission of the company to change the world for the better and contributing ideas and energy to that effort.
Skills & experience
A top level degree or equivalent, a very wide field of knowledge, an engaging personality and a proven ability to think clearly and interestingly. The most important skill is the ability to edit swiftly to deadlines.
TIME is seeking an editor to help oversee its social media presence, SEO strategy, newsletter production and audience growth. This role would be responsible for growing and engaging TIME’s growing digital audience.
The editor will collaborate with writers and editors. Daily responsibilities will include packaging posts for social channels, using data analytics to develop new strategies and engaging the newsroom in best audience strategy practices. We expect candidates to be able to lead conversations around audience strategy and digital growth.
Experience:
The ideal candidate will have a journalism background and at least one year of professional experience in online journalism, preferably with branded social media accounts. S/he should be aware of digital media trends, able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, comfortable working collaboratively and eager to learn.
Ideal Qualifications:
Strong news judgment
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Excellent understanding of how to grow a digital audience
Mastery of writing catchy copy with meticulous attention to detail
An interest in developing platforms and new trends in social media
Understanding of social media and SEO best practices
Familiarity with optimizing newsletters and growing subscriptions
Proficiency with content management systems, HTML and Photoshop
Responsibilities:
Manage and post to TIME’s Facebook, Twitter, LINE, Tumblr, Instagram, Pinterest and other social media accounts
Assist news editors in assigning stories and writing headlines for TIME’s audience on social media
Identify emerging trends, networks and ideas in the social media world
Follow breaking news and collaborate with news editors to promote stories
Develop TIME's voice and posting strategy based on short- and long-term data analysis and editorial goals
Train writers and editors on social media and SEO best practices
Grow TIME’s newsletter audience through editorial best practices and subscriber campaigns
Develop social media strategy for TIME’s biggest franchises and projects
Work with TIME's art and photo departments to choose imagery that drives interest
Job Location:
China - Hong Kong
News Deeply – the company called the "future of news” – is hiring a Managing Editor for Arctic Deeply (www.newsdeeply.com/arctic).
Why us?
This is an opportunity to make a real difference by providing the world with independent, holistic coverage of the Arctic and its many challenges.
We're looking for a seasoned journalist and manager with substantial expertise in and passion for the Arctic. S/he will lead the editorial direction of the website and produce and commission stories on Arctic, governance, geopolitics, security, policy, indigenous rights, and energy/resource development.
S/he should have at least 10 years of experience as a journalist or editor with a daily news outlet or magazine. S/he should also have proven management and leadership skills, such as an ability to develop and manage contributors and work well with teams. We’re looking for someone who is organized, a self-starter and highly motivated. This is a full-time role.
The Managing Editor:
Leads the platform’s editorial direction and content gathering operations, ensuring the platform is up-to-date and gives our users complete understanding of the Arctic
Leads the platform’s day-to-day operations with an operating philosophy that values coaching, management and News Deeply’s values
Coordinates and plans the platform’s content
Writes the weekly Executive Summary and contributes interviews, analyses an reporting as necessary
Works closely with News Deeply’s CCO and other departments (sales, marketing, editing, etc) to provide high levels of efficiency and quality in the finished product
Helps with the development and management of an Arctic Deeply community of experts who both use and contribute to the platform and events
Increases audience engagement and traffic to site by actively assisting with social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc)
Represents Arctic Deeply with professionalism at events
Regularly and actively contributes to an open sharing of ideas as we seek to perpetually improve our products
Qualifications:
Solid background (10 years+) in journalism, preferably at a major newspaper, website or magazine
Advanced understanding of the Arctic
Very strong writing and editing skills
Advanced multimedia skills desirable
Demograf, a New York based digital media startup, is looking for a full-time copy editor to join our New York City newsroom.
The copy editor will be responsible for copy editing and proofreading multiple articles and social media posts daily, ensuring that our copy is error free. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently to meet deadlines, pay attention to detail and possess an exceptional grasp of grammar, punctuation, spelling and syntax.
Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related liberal arts field and two years experience copy editing at a publication.
We offer a competitive salary, health insurance, generous paid leave and a casual work environment in Soho in lower Manhattan.
Demograf, a New York based digital media startup, is looking for a visual editor with a strong aesthetic point of view to create a distinct visual identity for our new publication.
The visual editor will be responsible for making our content look good and helping to inform our readers through everything from art direction to creating infographics to selecting stock photographs.
Qualifications include:
-2+ years professional design/graphics experience in an editorial or digital media environment
-Proficiency in all industry-standard design applications: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
-Experience with web and mobile design
-Ability to work independently, communicate your ideas clearly, produce compelling graphics, meet daily deadlines, and create and maintain a unique visual style for our publication
We offer a competitive salary, health insurance, generous paid leave and a casual work environment in Soho in lower Manhattan.
Demograf, a New York based digital media startup, is looking for staff writers to cover metropolitan lifestyles for a sophisticated audience.
Our lifestyle staff writers will cover emerging trends in urban living, including sex, love, friendships, social media, work life, personal style, living spaces, dining and and nightlife.
As a staff writer at Demograf, your job will be to come up with inspired story ideas on a daily basis and to follow through with compulsively readable stories. To do this job well, you’ll need intellectual curiosity, a strong point of view and a knack for capturing readers’ attention.
Qualified candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree, a demonstrated talent for writing and familiarity with the topics we cover.
We offer a competitive salary, health insurance, generous paid leave and a casual work environment in Soho in lower Manhattan.
Please submit a cover letter explaining why you think you’re a good candidate for this position, your resume and at least three samples of your work related to metropolitan lifestyles to jobs@demograf.com. Make sure you pick your best work, as your candidacy will be evaluated primarily on your portfolio. Promising candidates will be asked to complete a writing project for assessment.
Demograf, a New York based digital media startup, is looking for staff writers to cover culture and entertainment for a sophisticated audience.
Our culture staff writers will cover the broader trends in movies, television, music, books, games and the media and what they say about us as a society. They will also interview artists and review popular entertainment, with a special focus on emerging artists and new shows.
As a staff writer at Demograf, your job will be to come up with inspired story ideas on a daily basis and to follow through with compulsively readable stories. To do this job well, you’ll need intellectual curiosity, a strong point of view and a knack for capturing readers’ attention.
Qualified candidates must have at least a bachelor’s degree, a demonstrated talent for writing and familiarity with the topics we cover.
We offer a competitive salary, health insurance, generous paid leave and a casual work environment in Soho in lower Manhattan.