AlterNet, a popular news and information site, seeks a highly organized, tech savvy, versatile, media oriented person to be our Social Media and Image Editor. This person will manage AlterNet's social media presence, promote its content and assist in our visual image production to accompany our print articles to enhance traffic and visibility for the site, its writers and projects. The editor will assist in the development of new and creative social strategies to drive traffic and attract new followers, using a thorough understanding of analytics tools, primarily through Facebook and Twitter, but also in engaging other Social Media platforms.
The candidate should be an effective written and verbal communicator, familiar with the range of social marketing strategies, as well as the principles of promotion and media relationships. Being tuned into the independent media and progressive politics overall would be an asset, but not a requirement for the position.
This is a full-time job with a competitive salary and benefits and the opportunity for growth within our expanding organization.
AlterNet seeks a talented and experienced (2-3 years) editor to join our core team and assist in the production of feature-length essays and reported articles for our high-volume operation. We publish 200 articles a week, about half of them original.
We are looking for an editor (not everyone who writes can be a good editor) with existing relationships with freelance writers who fit AlterNet's coverage. Strong knowledge and contacts with other publications is a plus. Also important is being fast and clear with copy, having knowledge about social issues, knowing the personal is often political and possessing an eclectic progressive worldview, a deep background on several issues such as human rights, environment /food, culture, social change, sex and gender, and others will be a big asset.
The ideal editor has a natural grabby headline writing talent, and backs that up with old school editing skills. This editor needs motivation to generate big audiences with their stories by marrying popular topics with quality content. Overly earnest is not high on the list. There will be some weekend work and the weekly schedule can have some flexibility
Pay depends on experience, but would be equivalent to $50K FTE or more. Save us all some time if you do not meet the requirements or have the appropriate experience.
We seek diversity among our editorial staff and are an equal opportunity employer.
The American Interest is looking for a staff writer and research associate to the editor at large, Walter Russell Mead. This position involves a variety of writing, editorial, and administrative responsibilities and will be based in New York City.
Responsibilities:
Writing: Frequently (2-3 times per day) contribute short articles to The American Interest feed; participate and pitch article ideas in daily editorial calls; occasionally write book reviews and longer bylined features.
Research and editorial: Perform deep historical study and analysis in connection with Prof. Mead’s upcoming book; provide background research and editorial help for frequent op-eds and essays in the Wall Street Journal, Foreign Affairs, and elsewhere.
Administrative: Assist Prof. Mead with calendar and travel management and other organizational tasks.
The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate with a strong liberal arts background, excellent writing and editing skills, and a hunger to continue learning. Foreign language skills and comfort with historical and contemporary statistics are also advantageous.
The ideal candidate will split his or her time between administrative and research tasks for Prof. Mead and writing for The American Interest. We are looking for someone who is comfortable with in-depth historical research; who can work well independently, remotely, and as part of a team; who has a flexible and strong work ethic; and who is eager to participate in serious and sophisticated research projects. The ideal candidate will also enjoy living and breathing both news and analysis, and who can help The American Interest explain and communicate complex issues in an engaging way.
This is an entry-level position for someone who wants to launch a career in journalism, business, or policy analysis. The successful candidate will be joining the sharp and clever team at The American Interest, and past holders of this position have gone on to prestigious fellowships, further academic study, and positions at top businesses.
We offer a competitive salary and full health and dental benefits.
Reorg Research’s Latin American coverage aims to provide investors and other financial professionals with market-leading intelligence on high-yield, distressed debt and corporate restructurings in the region.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of covering the Mexican corporate debt market and the broader LatAm financial markets. Fluency in Spanish and ability to read and write in English is a must. The journalist will be expected to break news and produce stories consisting of a mix of company intelligence and sector-focused situations. Reorg Research is based in New York, but the position will be based in the local market.
Requirements include:
-Outgoing personality with a drive to get out in the market and develop sources to produce market-moving news
-Strong communication skills and positive attitude to work with a team of journalists based throughout the region
-An understanding of fixed-income securities, balance sheets and the broader financial markets
-Strong writing and analytical skills
Reorg Research’s Latin American coverage aims to provide investors and other financial professionals with market-leading intelligence on high-yield, distressed debt and corporate restructurings in the region.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of covering the Brazilian corporate debt market and the broader LatAm financial markets. Fluency in Portuguese and ability to read and write in English are a must.
The journalist will be expected to break news and produce stories consisting of a mix of company intelligence and sector-focused situations. Reorg Research is based in New York, but the position will be based in local market.
Requirements include:
-Outgoing personality with a drive to get out in the market and develop sources to produce market-moving news
-Strong communication skills and positive attitude to work with a team of journalists based throughout the region
-An understanding of fixed-income securities, balance sheets and the broader financial markets
-Strong writing and analytical skills
Democracy Now!, a New York-based independent, non-commercial daily TV & radio news hour, is seeking applicants for three part-time paid fellowships beginning July 1.
Applicants must have camera and video editing skills, work well under deadline pressure and have some news or editorial experience. Duties include shooting news events, editing video news packages, working on the live broadcast, research, booking guests and writing. The ability to work well in a team and maintain a professional demeanor in all situations is required.
Gannett Government Media is seeking an aggressive, experienced national security reporter who wants to be part of a team covering some of the biggest stories in the world today. We're looking for someone who has professionally reported and written stories that meet the highest standards for accuracy, fairness, thoroughness and interest.
The ideal candidate must be able to write three to five stories per week, file news briefs and contribute to cover story rotation as required, as well as file multiple stories per week for the website.
Some assignments include difficult, austere and potentially dangerous working/living conditions. Development of a wide net of sources.
The reporter must be able and willing to travel with members of the military in physically demanding environments that may include such things as hiking in wilderness environments and sleeping on the ground in a wide variety of climates. The reporter must be able to carry his/her own equipment on such trips including backpack, sleeping bag, food, etc.
We are currently seeking full-time space and science reporters covering a broad range of related news and features aimed at lay readers. Journalism degree and firm grasp of AP style required. Must be enthusiastic about science and astronomy writing, and have experience specifically writing multiple stories daily on tight deadlines for general-interest publications, not technical journals. Early to mid-career full-time position, based in our midtown Manhattan newsroom, with benefits.
Ability to learn and grasp complicated concepts quickly and present them in a way the general public will understand.
Journalism degree or 2+ years journalism experience required
Job Type: Paid Post Graduate Internship
Location: New York, NY
Desired Start Date: Late May or early June 2014
Duration: 3 Months with potential for extension
Passionate about digital content? Got a knack for spotting the next big viral video? Obsessed with monitoring metrics to see how well a story is doing, and feel compelled to update until engagement is increased?
In this role, you’ll work alongside our senior editors helping manage real-time programming on AOL.com, where 10 Million visitors will view your work each and every day. You’ll be writing headlines, finding stories, and building article pages, including writing articles, and pulling from wires. You’ll be responsible for selecting photos to accompany stories as well as search our extensive video library for top content from high-end partners videos including the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Conde Nast and more. You’ll act as a liaison between AOL and our partners, plus you’ll monitor metrics to track how our users are engaging with the site.
You’ll work directly for our Director of Video Programming & Director of Lifestyle Programming. Some thing you’ll be up to may include:
Writing headlines
Identifying stories our audience will love and engage with
Working in a CMS and publishing in real time, with 10-15 deadlines per day
Optimizing web traffic
Promoting AOL content across social media platforms
Growing our already well established online audience and community
What we’re looking for:
Recent 2014 graduates strongly preferred who are able to work 40hrs/week beginning ASAP!
Previous web journalism experience a MUST
Thrive in a fast-paced environment and be able to respond to news in real time
Ability to spot a hot-button story or viral video from a mile away
Demonstrates superior news judgment and writing skills
Be able to condense large amounts of information into engaging and intriguing promos
Ability to identify the best photo to accompany a story; Photoshop skills and experience strongly preferred
Knowledge of/experience with CMS, basic HTML a plus
Excellent writing skills; English and Journalism Majors preferred
Demonstrated interest and knowledge in an array of subjects
Ability to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously without being overwhelmed
Excellent organizational skills, meticulous with details, and able to take direction and constructive feedback
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on, race, gender, veteran status, disability or other protected category.
Video editor who can independently edit news, features and documentary-style video stories for the web.
SKILLS
Strong proficiency editing software (Final Cut Pro 6)
Ability to take initiative and ownership of the position
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
Passion for video storytelling