News Co-Host for informative and entertaining new Game & News App geared towards Gen Z and young Millennials targeting civics engagement. Ideal candidates have some political reporting gravitas (a plus), but without any partisan affiliations- must play impartially to all audiences. Think early days MTV, edgy, NOT polished network news type.
*Should be able to read prompter or cue cards.
*Bonus if News Host ‎has any writing background

If you want an opportunity to impact the lives of over 40,000 New Yorkers every year, look no further. You’re the kind of person we need to help lead our fast-paced, energetic, and committed team.
You’re best in class with demonstrated skills in social, digital, and traditional marketing and communications developed over of 5+ years of full-time experience.

We’re looking for someone who’s a doer with superb writing skills, thrives in a rapidly changing, team-based environment, and skillfully juggles many competing priorities while working effectively under deadline. You think strategically, take the initiative, enjoy managing and inspiring your colleagues, and are a seasoned manager of complex projects.

You’re the project manager for all communications activities. You dive in and execute daily responsibilities and long-term projects. You’re committed to meeting deadlines and developing high-quality content while working with numerous internal departments.

This is a pivotal role on a three-person team that supports University Settlement, The Door, and Broome Street Academy. We work hard, move fast, and never know what today will bring while making sure to have fun. And don’t forget the great benefits.

For more information, please visit:
https://www.universitysettlement.org/us/jobs/development/Communication/

HeartShare is seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) Content Writer/Reporter for the Communications & Marketing Department to work across our three divisions: HeartShare Human Services of New York, HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services and The HeartShare School.

HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders, through education, life skills and vocational training, employment, residential, case management, recreational, individual and family supports, and health care services. HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services (HSVS) supports children, adults and families living in crisis due to experiences with poverty. The HeartShare School offers quality education and therapies to children with autism. Since its founding in 1914, HeartShare has expanded its reach to over 100 program sites in Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island, as well as to 60 of the 62 New York counties through energy grants to low-income families.
The Content Writer/Reporter will join a small team dedicated to shaping and fulfilling the strategy of HeartShare’s communications and marketing initiatives. Integral to that strategy are the stories that showcase the human aspect of HeartShare’s successes and the primary responsibility of the Content Writer/Reporter will be to seek, find, research, report and write those stories to raise awareness and inspire engagement.

Responsibilities

Contribute to creative conceptualization sessions with members of the Communications & Marketing team as well as other departments
Research, report and write articles for websites, newsletters, email blasts, the annual report and brochures, in addition to social media posts, PowerPoints, video scripts and press releases
Travel to HeartShare facilities located across the boroughs of New York

Requirements

Current or recent graduate student in journalism, marketing or media/communications
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
Three published writing samples that exhibit research and reporting skills combined with engaging and creative human-interest angles; additional writing samples such as notable social media posts, brochures, other promotional materials
Demonstrated ability to seek and find compelling and inspiring newsworthy stories
Research, fact-checking and proofreading experience
Comfortable working on multiple projects, sometimes under tight deadlines
Team player with a collaborative mindset
Resourceful, organized, enterprising self-starter
Passion for service organizations
Patience, sensitivity toward the human condition and a sense of humor

Not required but a plus:

Experience with WordPress CMS
Experience with Photoshop, Google docs
Knowledge of AP style

Websites

Homepage

Homepage

Homepage

HeartShare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals, and veterans.

Footnote (footnote.co) is looking for a skilled social media specialist to help us unlock the power of academic research by making it accessible and engaging to the public. We’re seeking a science communicator who can drive forward our efforts to amplify research via effective storytelling, while also cultivating our online presence, promoting our mission, and growing our audience.

We partner with universities, research centers, and scholars to increase the impact and influence of their research by communicating it to audiences outside academia who can turn research into action. We collaborate with clients from schools such as Brown, Columbia, Harvard, and Stanford to create original content highlighting their research and expertise. We place articles in outlets including The Boston Globe, Fast Company, Harvard Business Review, The Hill, and The Washington Post and promote them on social media and through university channels.

We’re looking for a new team member who has a passion for science and research and wants to help it have a bigger impact. Our ideal candidate is a skilled communicator who can identify captivating content, craft compelling posts, engage and expand our audience, and cultivate our brand on social media. We are hiring for 5-10 flexible, remote hours a week at a rate of $18 - $28 an hour, depending on experience level. Core responsibilities and qualifications include:

Responsibilities
Manage the promotion of Footnote, partner, and related content on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn
Identify compelling, “on-brand” content to share
Oversee the creation and posting of engaging social content
Handle engagement and interactions with other social accounts
Develop and execute strategies for growing our audience and expanding awareness of Footnote through social media
Track and create reports on social media outcomes for select articles (i.e. likes, shares, clicks, engagement by high-profile accounts, etc.)

Qualifications
Experience managing professional accounts on Twitter and Facebook, particularly for organizations in science, media, higher education, research, or related fields
Ability to identify and present compelling, engaging, relevant content that creates a cohesive identity for an organization’s social presence
Experience growing and interacting with social media audiences and driving engagement on social media channels
Self-driven, detail and task oriented, able to manage and execute on your own with limited day-to-day oversight

Student or alumnus wanted to contribute to the success of an upcoming book's publicity through writing for a blog and social media. Pay begins at $20/hour.

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL) is currently accepting applications for an experienced Editorial Content Manager to join our Public Affairs department.

Play a new and crucial role guiding content development and managing developers on the external communications team of leading life science research and education institution, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory (CSHL). We are looking for an editorial content manager with scientific expertise and an eye for current trends, who is skilled at developing editorial themes and story angles based on trending topics and institutional priorities.

The editorial content manager will need to stay current with scientific developments at CSHL and in the Life Sciences, using this background to uncover story opportunities at the Lab with the greatest potential for engaging the non-scientific public outside of the institution, from local neighbors to national opinion leaders, and international philanthropic organizations. The ability to effectively manage workflow of projects, teams and individuals adds another level to this strategic yet hands-on role.

Position Requirements
The role demands great American English writing and editing skills, as well as command of digital and print platforms. Strategic planning and project management expertise is critical, with job responsibilities that include style and brand guideline development, management of internal/external content developers, and use of metrics to optimize products and their impact on target audiences.

EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree is required. Master’s or doctoral degree is preferred. A degree in a scientific discipline is desired.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 5 years demonstrated editorial experience
- Experience with print and electronic media
- Website design and content experience a plus
- Occasional weekend and evening hours required (attendance at meetings, press conferences, events)

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Covering and writing weekly news and feature articles for the newspaper, headlines and photo captions.
• Directing all aspects of the production of the weekly newspaper from initial layout through final page proofs.
• Overseeing line edits, proofread/copyedits and trafficking of all pages; checking corrections; conducting final edits; copy editing all submissions for style and errors.
• Reviewing material submitted for publication for any potential legal issues in text, such as libelous statements and misstatements of fact, and ensuring conformance with corporation’s by-laws and board resolutions regarding content.
• Working directly with the Editor-in Chief and reporters to develop stories for the weekly and online editions, including brainstorming story ideas, assigning stories and working with the production staff as they design and produce pages.
• Managing relationships with freelance writers and photographers.
• Enforcing editorial deadlines and tracking story ideas and keeping tabs on their progress.
• Supporting the Editor-in-Chief’s goals and expectations for the newsroom staff and the stories we publish in the newspaper, as well as digital and video content.

Work Experience and Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism or Communications.
• High School diploma or equivalent, plus 5 years work experience in community journalism.
• Experience working with print and online journalism, including video reporting and editing, website management and social media required.
• Strong ability to problem-solve and multi-task within a challenging deadline environment and a passion and belief in quality community and advocacy journalism that engages, informs and educates.
• Production experience or knowledge a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft Office is essential, including experience with digital photography.
• Strong knowledge of In-Design or Quark Express 9 and up, Photoshop and Adobe Premiere 5 and up.

Blue Heron Research Partners is looking to hire junior project managers in NY, who have a natural intellectual curiosity, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lead small research teams.

Who we are:

Blue Heron is a research firm specializing in providing qualitative due diligence to a wide range of clients. We apply the fundamentals of investigative and business journalism – detailed interviews and meticulous public records searches – to uncover the unvarnished truth about a company, from developments on the factory floor to strategic level reputational and growth prospects.

Who you are:

Experience in business intel, business writing, research and/or journalism.
3 to 7 years experience managing small groups.
Comfortable assertively and proactively leading a small team to a project’s completion.
Adept at giving constructive feedback to colleagues.
Capable and quick study of computer systems and basic project management software.
Able to work on deadline and editing ability to deliver well-written clear business reports.
What you’ll do:

Oversee primary research due diligence projects – directing an investigative team as it gathers business intelligence for institutional investors and corporate clients.
Manage project team, including associates, editors, researchers, client contact. Monitor researchers to ensure delivery on project goals.
Liaise with research and database teams to increase the depth of due diligence and adjust to changing client directions.
Review/edit researcher interviews and write executive summaries. Deliver constructive feedback regarding lines of inquiry.
Enforce all compliance guidelines throughout the process.

Pay:

Approximately $50,000 - $65,000, dependent on experience.

Spectrum Networks is looking for enthusiastic, talented and driven individuals to join the best and brightest in gathering, producing and delivering stories that make a difference within a 24-hour breaking news environment! Our commitment is to engage viewers with relevant, timely news that's important to the local communities we serve.

Who we are: Spectrum Networks is a series of 27 hyper-local news and 9 regional sports networks owned and operated by Charter Communications, Inc. Spectrum Networks seeks to provide the most essential local news and information, cultivating relevant and thoughtful conversations that foster informed and engaged communities.

The Environment: Spectrum News is a 24-hour breaking news network which requires employees who are flexible and available to work various shift, including early morning, late evenings, weekends and holidays.

Being on our team means … You’re ready to inspire and be inspired! You’re passionate, creative and highly technical, driven to flourish in a competitive, fast-paced environment. You're fiercely accurate, with a desire to leverage your knowledge, skills and abilities to share news stories to viewers in our local communities. You're nimble, having the ability to pivot in an ever-changing workflow. You are a team player with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills. You have the ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.

What we’re looking for: The Media Research & Strategy Manager is responsible for providing support with Media Research, Planning and Strategy functions within the Audience Insights Department across traditional and digital media. Develop and lead research/strategy initiatives.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support Media Research team by using data to develop audience insights that will guide media strategy, media planning and execution
Responsible for gaining an understanding of business needs and recommend research solutions based on the business needs
Maintain knowledge of key industry and product trends, including internal customer research and industry research (news/telecom/cable/media/digital/sports)
Generate innovative, strategy-driven research programs that utilize the best possible techniques to provide useful insight, particularly in growth areas such as digital, mobile, etc.
Monitor competitive strategies to identify new opportunities
Fulfill various ad hoc requests for research as needed
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Experience with data analysis, interpretation, presentation, and delivery
Excellent communication, analytical and writing skills are a must and candidate must be able to work well with others in both research and non-research areas
Experience with Nielsen, ComScore/Rentrak, MRI, Scarborough, Simmons, and Kantar Media data
Experience with digital monitoring and tracking tools, including Chartbeat, Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics, CrowdTangle
Strong problem solving skills and ability to implement changes rapidly that positively impact media performance
Highly motivated, resourceful and self-directed with the ability to deliver under pressure
Must be detailed-oriented, while seeing trends, themes and macro impacts
Ability to work well with people from all levels of the organization
Strong attention to detail, balanced with the ability to think strategically
Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-performing team environment
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Ability to support the complete research process, including outside agencies, partners, consultants and vendors
Knowledge of all major research methodologies, leading companies, associations, publications, industry trends and innovations
Strong interest in television and/or media research preferred
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) from a four-year college or university, preferably in related field of study
Additional research academia, training, certification, memberships or research affiliations are all relevant
3-5 years of Media research experience, agency, publisher and/or client side
Our Culture: Every employee is an influencer and culture keeper. We expect respectful communication (despite pressure), openness to feedback, an eagerness to learn, and an overall positive attitude! Roles may require the following:
Overtime may be required to meet deadlines
Varying schedule due to, breaking news and/or daily news coverage requirements
Provide 24x7, 365 days per year, on-call support. May entail phone or physical presence at the facility for equipment failure or other disasters. This includes, but is not limited to equipment and power failures, loss of contracted services, storms or severe weather, and schedule conflicts
Participation in an established on-call rotation

Blue Heron Research Partners is looking to hire junior project managers in NY (with the opportunity to work remotely) who have a natural intellectual curiosity, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lead small research teams.

Who we are:

Blue Heron is a research firm specializing in providing qualitative due diligence to a wide range of clients. We apply the fundamentals of investigative and business journalism – detailed interviews and meticulous public records searches – to uncover the unvarnished truth about a company, from developments on the factory floor to strategic level reputational and growth prospects.

Who you are:
• Experience in business intel, business writing, research and/or journalism.
• 3 to 7 years experience managing small groups.
• Comfortable assertively and proactively leading a small team to a project’s completion.
• Adept at giving constructive feedback to colleagues.
• Capable and quick study of computer systems and basic project management software.
• Able to work on deadline and editing ability to deliver well-written clear business reports.
What you’ll do:
• Oversee primary research due diligence projects – directing an investigative team as it gathers business intelligence for institutional investors and corporate clients.
• Manage project team, including associates, editors, researchers, client contact. Monitor researchers to ensure delivery on project goals.
• Liaise with research and database teams to increase the depth of due diligence and adjust to changing client directions.
• Review/edit researcher interviews and write executive summaries. Deliver constructive feedback regarding lines of inquiry.
• Enforce all compliance guidelines throughout the process.

Pay:
• Approximately $50,000 - $65,000, dependent on experience.