Part time position for individual with high initiative to assist founder of entrepreneurship focused web sites. Handle writing and editing of feature and news articles covering entrepreneurship web site: www.AmericanEntrepreneurship.com

Position may be structured for working remotely.

Position: Staff reporter, Chalkbeat Indiana

Chalkbeat, the national education news organization covering local public schools, is seeking an outstanding journalist to serve as a reporter for its Indiana bureau, covering educational change with a focus on Indianapolis and Marion County. This position primarily involves daily coverage of Indianapolis Public Schools, charter schools and private school vouchers.

The ideal candidate will have experience covering public policy issues, with experience covering K-12 education preferred. He or she will be mission-driven, entrepreneurial, creative, energetic and a tenacious reporter.

We are looking to add an enthusiastic, talented and experienced professional to the ALLYOU.com editorial team. As an Editorial Assistant, you will be charged with pitching, writing and producing original and repackaged content on the site and our Daily Savings blog, in close collaboration with the Director of Digital Content.

Responsibilities
• Repackage existing content into new galleries and articles based on SEO strategy
• Pitch and produce 6-8 original galleries and articles a week
• Contribute 1-2 original blog posts a day
• Additional ad hoc editorial needs

Requirements:
• 1-2 years experience in an editorial office
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Excellent time management and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate with the editorial team
• Ability to work on tight deadlines
• Familiarity with Drupal and WordPress (or similar content management tools)
• Familiarity with search optimization and Google AdWords
• Outstanding organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

Weather.com is expanding. The leading website for weather news and information has a contract opportunity for a freelance asset coordinator.

The ideal candidate will know how to research and acquire rights for images and videos that appear across our many digital platforms. The ideal candidate would also know how to create content that grabs audiences and understand how users consume content online. This position will be based at The Weather Channel New York headquarters.

Specific Responsibilities
Work with photographers, artists and videographers to acquire rights for their content
Identify great stories, galleries and videos among our content partners' pitches
Identify news stories that would fit under the weather vertical
Required Skills
Experience in stock photography, photojournalism, subscription-based image banks (AP, Getty Images, Corbis, Caters News Agency) and images under the Creative Commons license
Resourceful and responsible when obtaining images and video and interacting with social media communities
Conceive and develop strong creative ideas, with an ability to produce and manage multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision
Proven ability to understand what is share-worthy on social media, such as Reddit, Upworthy, Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, etc.
Sharp writing and editing skills with an ability to craft headlines that engage readers
Experience in a breaking news environment
Must be organized, detail-oriented, have excellent follow-through in all phases of each project
High comfort level with various content management systems
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Photo Mechanic, Adobe Bridge and Final Cut Pro
Knowledge of SEO best practices and HTML

Absolute Return has an opening on its news desk for a full-time reporter covering the U.S. hedge fund industry.

The position, based in Union Square, Manhattan, requires the ability to develop sources, a passion for producing daily breaking exclusive news and an investigative drive. This is a pure, original reporting role, with no rewriting of press releases, aggregation or repeating the days’ headlines.

Reporting experience is required, as is the ability to be tenacious in the face of resistance. The position offers the opportunity for rapid advancement for the right candidate.

The Grist Fellowship Program is an opportunity to hone your skills at a national news outlet and deepen your knowledge of environmental issues. We’re looking for early-career journalists with a variety of skills, from traditional reporting to multimedia whizbangery. We will offer exposure to the leading sustainability thinkers and theories of our time, real-world experience at a fast-paced news site, and the occasional scrumptious snacks.

We are starting a new media product (think BuzzFeed, ViralNova, Distractify, Upworthy and similar) based on our powerful content aggregation and processing technologies and looking for a smart and motivated journalist with great sense of humor to curate and evaluate our new feed. Further tasks may include web research and writing. This would be an excellent opportunity to develop your skills of discovering and handling most newsworthy and viral topics.

This position is part-time (2-3 hours per day) and remote.

Responsibilities:
• Outline and develop our own editorial line
• Evaluate current feed
• Propose original stories based on trending topics
• Write sample stories

Experience:

• Heavy internet and smartphone user
• Excellent editing and writing skills
• Strong research skills
• Popular blog is a plus
• High rating on Reddit is a plus

BrickUnderground, the go-to site for an insider's view of New York City real estate, is seeking a full-time Assistant Editor to join our team.

The ideal candidate is a stellar writer and reporter with a strong work ethic, top-notch organizational skills, and a willingness to pitch in on all the editorial tasks involved in running a digital newsroom.

For the right person, this position will provide huge opportunities for growth and rapid advancement in an expanding media company. Benefits include health, dental, 401(k), flex-spending, and a casual and fun work environment.


Responsibilities:

-Create and package several daily blog posts (including recurring features, link wraps and aggregated content)
-Brainstorm, report and write original stories on all aspects of buying, selling, renting, renovating and living in NYC
-Assist with social media efforts
-Coordinate production of weekly newsletter
-Post daily editorial content to CMS
-Attend real estate industry events 
-Support editorial efforts as needed

Requirements:

-1-2 years professional journalism experience or relevant graduate degree
-Ability to turn in clean copy
-Social media experience
-Interest in New York City real estate crucial; knowledge a plus
-Familiarity with Photoshop and CMS platforms major pluses

Next Magazine, New York’s gay guide, is looking for an energetic mid-level editor to join our team. Successful candidates will have at least two years’ editorial experience as well as expertise in pitching, packaging and line-editing stories for print and online outlets. Experience at a weekly publication or blog is a plus, as well as familiarity with New York’s gay nightlife and entertainment industries.

Responsibilities:

Pitching, writing and editing multiple stories for one of the magazine’s sections on a weekly basis.

Uploading all section content to our CMS.

Working with our art director to conceptualize fun, fresh and engaging story ideas and layouts.

Writing weekly event listings.

Writing features and interviewing celebrities and other notables as needed.

Assisting art director in acquiring photos and photo credits.

Managing a team of freelance writers.

Curating and posting online photo galleries.

Qualifications:

B.A. in English, Journalism, Media Studies or related field.

At least 2 years’ experience working in an editorial capacity.

Experience working in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.

Superior attention to detail and copy editing skills.

An ability to generate quality, engaging editorial and blog content rapidly.

A passion for gay and pop culture, entertainment, nightlife and New York City.

Familiarity with current events as they relate to our readership.

Experience with CMS, InDesign or Quark. (Photoshop a plus.)

A superior ability to multitask.

Film, TV, publishing, nightlife and music industry contacts a major plus.

The KMBZ Radio Newsroom has an immediate opening for a full time Morning Drive Reporter for its top rated News/Talk station. Two years of on air experience as a reporter is necessary, degree in journalism is preferred. We are looking for people who love to get out, report with spirit, drive, and an understanding that stories need to be told, not read. Please include writing samples and audio of your work.