https://careers.journalists.org Latest Online News Association Career Center Jobs Mon, 27 Sep 2021 12:40:46 Z https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15447852/digital-breaking-news-reporter-and-producer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15447852/digital-breaking-news-reporter-and-producer Dallas, Texas, The Texas Newsroom is seeking a digital breaking news reporter/producer to tell critical statewide stories on multiple digital platforms to audiences across the Lone Star State. The Texas Newsroom is the landmark regional news collaboration of public radio stations across the state and NPR. It includes KERA in Dallas/Fort Worth, KUT in Austin, Houston Public Media and Texas Public Radio in San Antonio. This person will be employed by KERA in Dallas but can live anywhere in the state. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply.   Position summary: This is a new, full-time position focused on telling the most important Texas stories of the day to digital audiences across the state. The reporter/producer will write and curate quick-turn breaking news stories based on original reporting and on reporting from partner stations. Assignments may range from writing a breaking news story on a key Texas Supreme Court ruling to pulling together a sweeping story on how debates over mask mandates are playing out in schools around the state. The ideal candidate knows how to spot a great statewide story, write clearly and quickly, infuse breaking stories with context that matters to audiences and prioritize sourcing that reflects the diversity of Texas. This is a highly collaborative position that involves working closely with editors and reporters at multiple public radio stations.   Writing and reporting skills are essential. Radio experience is not required, but the ideal candidate will be willing to learn. Essential qualifications: We believe a strong organization includes employees from a range of backgrounds, with different skills and experiences. If you do not meet every position qualification but have some of these skills and feel you could be the right candidate for the job, we would like to hear from you. Please apply and tell us more about yourself. Proven ability to write news stories on tight deadlines that are clear, compelling and accurate. Sound news judgment and the ability to conceptualize strong statewide stories. A deep understanding of journalistic ethics. Passion for serving diverse audiences and a demonstrated commitment to diversity in sourcing. A track record of working collaboratively. Knowledge of Associated Press style. Willingness to experiment with different storytelling styles and digital formats. Preferred qualifications: Knowledge of Texas issues, history, cultures, geography and politics. Experience monitoring online trends using Google Trends, CrowdTangle or other platforms. Experience with data journalism or reporting using open records. Working knowledge of Spanish and/or other languages common in Texas.   How to apply: Complete the application on KERA’s employment page and attach a resume. Include a cover letter summarizing how you’d approach this position, as well as links to 3-5 examples of your best digital stories.     KERA is an Equal Opportunity Employer KERA believes that diversity is important to our success. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. $50,000 to $60,000, depending on experience Tue, 14 Sep 2021 12:06:17 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15381231/ksl-tv-digital-content-producer-full-time https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15381231/ksl-tv-digital-content-producer-full-time Salt Lake City, Utah, WHO WE ARE: Bonneville International is an integrated media company, providing content, advertising and digital marketing solutions across 22 radio stations in Seattle, Phoenix, Denver, San Francisco, Sacramento and Salt Lake City, along with the NBC Affiliate TV station, KSL-TV 5, in Salt Lake.  As a leader in broadcasting and advertising for over 50 years, our purpose is to build up, connect, inform, and celebrate communities and families across our markets.  We're proud of our history, and we want talented people to join us as we continue to grow!   POSITION PURPOSE: The digital producer is responsible for writing and reporting breaking and developing news stories on ksltv.com, KSL-TV’s OTT app and social media. Must have excellent news judgment, a sense of what's important to KSL viewers and Utahns in general, and the ability to report and write news stories accurately, clearly and quickly.   THE BONNEVILLE EXPERIENCE: Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, supporting our communities and collaboration Excellent benefits such as a 401k with matching, with no waiting period 100% employer-funded retirement account, immediately 100% vested High value health care plans at low prices (Medical, Dental, Disability, FSA, Vision) We strive to build up, connect, inform and celebrate the communities we work in on and off the air   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: The digital producer will have a comprehensive knowledge of reporting, sourcing, transparency and journalism ethics, as well as a mastery of spelling, punctuation, grammar and AP Style. Will also be detail-oriented, organized and able to prioritize and comfortably multitask under tight deadlines. Will create and post breaking news on all digital platforms. The applicant must be able to integrate digital content with broadcast coverage and communicate effectively with the assignment desk, show producers and on-air reporters. The candidate must be comfortable with technology, as he or she will manage video live streams and also create, edit and post video clips from newscasts and other raw feeds. Experience with non-linear video editing and web publishing systems is preferred. Familiarity and comfort with Facebook, Twitter and Instagram are required, and the candidate should understand how social media is an asset to a news organization. The digital producer will be responsible for posting engaging stories to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and respond to commenters.   QUALIFICATIONS 2-5 years' experience in a newsroom, especially on a digital platform or in local television news, is strongly preferred. 4 year degree in journalism, communications or related field required.   REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: Possess excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a high pressure environment and consistently meet deadlines. Highly familiar with the benefits and shortcomings of all types of media including, but not limited to “heritage” media as well as all types of current and emerging social and digital media. A high level of proficiency with computers, software and new technologies. Ability to organize, analyze and interpret statistical data and draw conclusions from finding and follow-through. Ability to work with moderate supervision, confidential information and be a self-starter. Capable and willing to resolve unexpected problems and be flexible to perform unscheduled assignments.   PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively. Substantial physical movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Ability to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction with good eye and hand coordination.   To learn more about how our local media matters and to join our growing team, visit: https://deseretmanagement.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/BonSaltLake   As a media company, we are responsible for lifting and inspiring with respect and giving voice to all the communities and clients that we serve.  A diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to our ability to create and deliver exceptional content, products, and services that represent our communities, and we believe that empowering all our employees to share their ideas and experiences will fuel creativity, innovation, and inspiration. Bonneville is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minority/female/disability PWDNET/veteran are encouraged to apply.   Apply here: https://deseretmanagement.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/BonSaltLake/job/SLC-Triad-Center/KSL-TV-Digital-Content-Producer--Full-Time-_R3803 Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:40:37 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14534787/video-producer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14534787/video-producer New York, New York, Job Type: Officer of Administration Bargaining Unit: Regular/Temporary: Regular End Date if Temporary: Hours Per Week: 35 Salary Range:   Position Summary Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC) seeks a video producer/videographer with experience in communicating medical and health stories to the news media and the general public to create high-quality video and Web content that spotlights the Medical Center's activities, employees and leadership. Reporting to the senior director of strategic communications, the successful candidate will work closely with faculty and others to promote Columbia's academic initiatives, research breakthroughs, intellectual expertise, major initiatives, breaking news, special events and leadership messages. The video producer will also support every facet of video production, including writing/editing/creating graphic slates within video, create and manage all written and visual content for video publishing on social platforms and maintain a current understanding of the updates on digital landscape of live-streaming and video recording. The video producer is responsible for operating video cameras, production, and lighting equipment, and maintaining an inventory of ongoing video productions and b-roll assets.  The video producer will identify, write, and produce video stories about both basic science and clinical research by CUMC faculty as part of CUMC's editorial and media relations team. The successful candidate should be proficient at interpreting science, medical, and health news and determining the best strategy to convey that news to the news media and public, as well as to medical center faculty and staff. They will possess strong journalistic judgment and skills. A key responsibility of the position is the interviewing of faculty physician/scientists to obtain story ideas and produce videos or other materials that accurately and effectively convey their research and findings, as well as producing videos showcasing CUIMC to a range of audiences (potential and current students, staff and the general public). They should be able to produce video for use across social media platforms and they should be an exceptional video editor.  Responsibilities The Video Producer collaborates with communications colleagues from across the university as well as deans, department chairs, and faculty members to proactively develop strategic long­-term video plans. The incumbent attends selected university events. Occasionally, these events take place in the evenings and on weekends. Occasionally, this also includes event coverage. The video producer contributes ideas and engages with their teammates in an ongoing effort to improve and strengthen the office's professional environment. They work closely with their multimedia teammates across CUMC and the university and supports well­ coordinated outreach that enhances the university's visibility. The video producer should also be comfortable with some basic photography needs, such as headshots, and be able to serve as the department point person for large scale productions involving an outside vendor.  They will work closely with colleagues to promote and adhere to uniform branded elements. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience. Minimum 6-8 years of experience working in film/video production. The ability to edit and capture high-quality video with HDSLR and professional video cameras. Proficiency in a range of video-related software, including but not limited to, Final Cut Pro, Motion, Compressor, Premiere, After Effects, Pro Tools, and Photoshop. Advanced knowledge of web video distribution for social media platforms. Ability to write and edit descriptions and on-screen captions for video content. Advanced experience with distributing web video across social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Vimeo, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Must be team-oriented and preferably have experience working in mission- or research-driven institutions, such as higher-education, foundations, hospitals, or museums. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively as a team member. Self-motivated and work effectively under deadline pressure while coordinating multiple tasks Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents. Sun, 26 Sep 2021 03:55:11 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14957725/supervising-producer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14957725/supervising-producer Seattle, Washington, As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio is Seattle’s NPR news station. We are an independent, nonprofit news organization producing award-winning journalism, podcasts and events in service to the 3.9 million people in our coverage area. As a self-sustaining service of the University of Washington, our mission is to create and serve a more informed public. KUOW believes attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving our community and fulfilling our mission to create and serve a more informed public. Women, Black, Indigenous and people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities and veterans are highly encouraged to apply. We have an outstanding opportunity for a Supervising Producer to manage editorial process and produce local news segments for broadcast in KUOW daily news magazines.  DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES •Coaches and directs production team to deliver segments on a daily basis. •Seeks out new voices to appear on air, develops local sources. •Conceptualizes and plans long-term and special coverage. •Edits Producer and Host content for broadcast as assigned. •Develops pitches and researches topics. •Pre-interviews and books guests, provides hosts with background research. •Writes host introductions and interview questions. •First-responder in breaking news situations that my require evening and weekend work. •Gathers sound, conducts interviews in the field as assigned. •Directs or call-screens live program segments as assigned. •Interacts with audience via social media platforms including Twitter and Facebook. •May develop and write online posts and broadcast spots of program content. •Performs other duties as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Position reports to the Director of New Content and Innovation. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Supervision team of three producers on The Record, along with interns and volunteers. Requirements include: •Bachelor's degree and three years of professional broadcast journalism experience of increasing responsibility, with background in talk programming and radio production. Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated requirements. •Excellent written and verbal skills, ability to write and produce effectively under deadline. •Demonstrated high productivity and knowledge of professional broadcast and journalistic standards and practices. •Knowledge of current events and Northwest issues. •Demonstrated news judgment and ability to prioritize coverage. •Ability to work independently and as part of a team, ability to professionally represent the station •Familiarity with and appreciation of public radio programming. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. Application Process: The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process.  These may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others.  Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed. Sun, 26 Sep 2021 04:25:42 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15381284/audio-editor-producer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15381284/audio-editor-producer San Francisco, California, MISSION:   Climate One is the premier platform for the conversation about climate disruption. Through our podcast, national radio show, and live convenings for thought leaders and concerned members  of the public, we create opportunities for dialogue, exchange, and reflection that deepen  understanding and catalyze solutions.  POSITION OVERVIEW:   We’re looking for a dynamic, experienced audio editor who will help craft the sound of our weekly podcast and radio show for a global audience who cares deeply about climate and justice issues. We want someone who knows how to make compelling audio and who will bring new ideas for fostering insightful conversations and engaging storytelling to our team, particularly as we deepen our coverage of how climate chaos intersects with social and economic justice.  The Audio Editor & Producer helps develop weekly programs in collaboration with the Climate  One team and works in tandem with our existing Audio Editor/Producer. Once the interviews are recorded, the Audio Editor & Producers are responsible for scripting, audio editing and sound design. In addition, the Audio Editor & Producer may contribute to researching, reporting and booking guests for the program. Climate One is based in San Francisco at The Commonwealth Club of California, a non-profit  and non-partisan public forum. Audio Editor & Producer applicants can be based anywhere and  are expected to travel (at the Club’s expense) to work in San Francisco a few times per year to build team cohesion.  Status: Salaried, Exempt  Schedule: Full time.  Salary/Compensation: $55,000 to $72,000.  Full health, dental, and vision benefits, and 401K plan with 4% employer match.   VISION:   We envision a world where a clear-eyed awareness of the climate crisis shapes decisions  ranging from personal behavior to public policy and where the full spectrum of humanity’s  wisdom, talent, and expertise is marshaled toward the wellbeing of all life on Earth.  Inclusion is the key to our success: We’re building a workplace where collaboration is essential and diverse voices are not just heard, but are influential. We are seeking a motivated and talented producer who will  help shape the most important conversation of our time, and help us lift up underrepresented voices. We do not expect the most qualified applicant to have prior experience in all aspects of the job; we provide mentorship and guidance to help our team members grow. RESPONSIBILITIES:   Audio Editing:  Perform weekly audio technical and content editing of interviews and full program Produce setup pieces with archival sound and guest interviews  Produce weekly radio promos  Production:  Collaborate with producers on developing episode topics, guests and structure  Draft scripts for billboard, show intro, and host copy  Ensure that audio quality meets NPR standards  Ensure audio editing processes and deadlines are met Support web content publishing QUALIFICATIONS:   Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field preferred High standards as a skilled, meticulous audio editor Minimum of two years experience in broadcast journalism, podcast production, and/or other audio editing preferred Experience editing interviews for continuity, accuracy and time with excellent attention to detail Substantive knowledge preferred of climate-related issues, such as food, energy, water, transportation, urban development, clean technology, and climate justice Lived experience with climate justice issues a plus REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:   Excellent written communications  Experience working effectively independently with limited direction, as well as with  others as part of a team Ability to work as part of a production team producing radio interviews and writing scripts Ability to collaborate with freelance journalists as well as staff Ability to work well under pressure while juggling different programs on varied  schedules Required technical skills: Proficient using ProTools, Audition or equivalent audio editing software; knowledge of Google Drive and content management systems Experience with video editing tools and iZotope audio tools a plus TO APPLY :   Interested candidates should submit a single PDF attachment that includes the following:  A cover letter including links to two audio samples (please specify your role in producing them)  Your resume  A writing sample specific to podcast or radio (such as a script)  Please send application to brad@climateone.org with the subject line “Audio Editor & Producer.”  Application deadline: September 30, 2021.  Inclusion and respect are core values of Climate One from The Commonwealth Club. We are  a small team that enjoys working together and is treated fairly. We are an Equal Employment  Opportunity employer that is keen to further diversify our workforce and we encourage individuals of color, LGBTQ and women to apply.  Thank you in advance for your interest in Climate One. Due to the volume of applicants,  only candidates who will be invited to interview will be contacted. Position is open until filled. (Revised 8/10/21) Fri, 03 Sep 2021 14:11:23 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15381628/managing-producer-think-out-loud https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15381628/managing-producer-think-out-loud Portland, Oregon, OPB is hiring a Managing Producer for our daily news and discussion program, “Think Out Loud ® ” who is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day production on both broadcast and on-demand platforms. For additional information and application instructions, please visit OPB's careers page . OPB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fri, 03 Sep 2021 20:34:14 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15406408/digital-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15406408/digital-editor Anderson, Indiana, Are you a natural with social media? Do you love to make website presentations shine? Are you a trained journalist with sound news judgment and a good eye for editing? If you answer "yes" to all three questions, The Herald Bulletin in Anderson, Indiana, has the ideal job for you. We're looking to add to our talented staff a Digital Editor to: ? Engage the community on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. ? Keep our website dynamic and up-to-date. ? Work with staff to enhance our digital content through the presentation of videos, photo galleries, interactive graphics, podcasts and alternative content formats. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute your editing and journalism skills to our award-winning five-days-a-week print product. We're an ambitious, community-centered news organization that was chosen as Indiana's best daily newspaper in 2019. Robust digital content, engagement and presence are keys to our continued excellence and improvement. Come join our team! Send letter of interest, resume and portfolio links to the editor, scott.underwood@heraldbulletin.com . Journalism training and experience. Savvy with social media and digital content. Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:13:32 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15406502/digital-planner https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15406502/digital-planner Chicago, Illinois,   Crain's Chicago Business a growing and dynamic business publication owned by Crain Communications Inc., is seeking a Digital Planner to lead the implementation of advertising packages, manage client interactions and ensure our advertisers are provided with a high level of post-sale service. In this role you will be an integral part of a cross-functional Crain's Chicago Business business team. You will regularly collaborate with sales representatives, internal marketers, advertisers and ad-ops and your work will directly impact the bottom line in a key area of our business.   Responsibilities Actively monitor and manage digital advertising inventory, trafficking instructions and year-to-date reports Primary liaison between client and sales person to analyze, troubleshoot and optimize campaigns Work closely with corporate ad operations, Digital GM, Associate Publisher and the marketing staff to ensure all digital assets for large ad packages are executed correctly Oversee all campaign reporting efforts, with a close watch over white-glove clients Continually deliver proactive recommendations for better and more effective delivery Assist in setting up new product offerings and forecast future inventory Assist local sales reps with RFPs, sales proposals, screen shots, confirmation of campaign delivery and reporting Assist with creative collection when necessary Manage digital trades Attend sales meetings and occasionally sales calls Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in advertising, communications or business Minimum of 2 years experience in digital advertising account management for a B2B publisher Comprehensive understanding of campaign management and advertising performance metrics Experience working within the OpenAdStream and DFP advertising management system Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint Strong communication, detail, multi-tasking and problem solving Experience working with multiple complex and multi-channel advertising programs     Preferences Outgoing and assertive personality, ability to work with people of all levels and authority Working knowledge of Rich Media, HTML, Javascript Must be able to multi-task, be detail oriented, meet deadlines, have professional demeanor and previous experience with customer contact require Proven customer service experience with excellent telephone and email skills Team player with collaborative spirit Ability to understand and articulate asset problems to internal and external partners Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:07:31 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15406578/executive-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15406578/executive-editor Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Central Penn Business Journal, Lehigh Valley Business and Central Penn Parent are seeking a digitally savvy executive editor with a strong newsroom background.  The ideal candidate will have proven experience leading a small but nimble newsroom to create unique niche content.  Experience with a business-to-business niche product is a plus. You must be a proven leader with strong journalism skills and excellent management and product development skills. The role develops and manages local content for a variety of digital, print and special products including: CPBJ.com, LVB.com, Power Lists, Book of Lists, recognition event magazines, every other week print products and more.  This hire must be comfortable in a fast paced, deadline driven, innovative environment.   The ideal candidate will be comfortable as a face of our brands in the business community and taking a leadership role at panel discussions, during webinars, at awards events and other thought leadership opportunities.   CPBJ and LVB are a part of BridgeTower Media, provider of business and law news and information in markets across the country. We offer competitive pay, great benefits and a great team atmosphere. BridgeTower Media is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in our workplace. Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:47:39 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15448116/supervising-producer-editor-komu-tv-nbc-and-assistant-professional-practice-professor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15448116/supervising-producer-editor-komu-tv-nbc-and-assistant-professional-practice-professor Columbia, Missouri, Supervising Producer/Editor, KOMU-TV (NBC), and Assistant Professional Practice Professor, University of Missouri School of Journalism   Job Description   The University of Missouri School of Journalism and KOMU 8 News are looking for a dynamic individual with expertise, vision and energy to serve as a news producer and editor of our on-air and digital journalism at KOMU-TV, the University of Missouri-owned and operated commercial television station. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible, renewable, 12-month faculty appointment. The anticipated start date for the position is Nov. 1, 2021.   This position involves guiding and overseeing daily story development, guiding and overseeing the building of newscasts, and editing reporter and producer content on deadline. The successful candidate must be able to lead change and collaborate with faculty, staff and students across newsrooms and platforms throughout the Missouri School of Journalism. Our news outlets serve Mid-Missouri and share content from our large statehouse operation with journalism outlets across the state. In addition to KOMU-TV, our media holdings include a community newspaper (The Columbia Missourian), a city magazine (Vox), and NPR member station (KBIA-FM) and a digital statewide business publication (Missouri Business Alert).   Since 1953, journalism students have obtained hands-on experience at KOMU-TV utilizing the Missouri Method. This learning-by-doing experience in community newsrooms continues to be the gold standard for training journalists. More than two-thirds of the nation's television newsrooms recruit at the School of Journalism and KOMU-TV annually. In addition, many national news organizations and networks also hire our graduates.   In addition to overseeing coverage and serving as a lab instructor in reporting classes, news producers/editors teach journalism classes in the Journalism School.   The right candidate will have writing, editing, producing and supervisory skills, teaching or training experience and an enthusiasm for working with aspiring journalists. This faculty member will work with students. Specific newsroom assignments will be "supervising producer'' — overseeing production of daily newscasts; and serving as "Tiger Chair'' — the editor who edits and approves scripts and coaches students in story development and assembly. Under University policy, the teaching load for professional practice faculty is four traditional courses a semester or the equivalent mix of traditional (classroom) and clinical (newsroom) teaching.   The news producer/editor will: Serve as supervising producer, overseeing production of designated daily newscasts Serve as "Tiger Chair," coaching student journalists through story development and assembly, and editing and approving scripts and video Coordinate all aspects of ensuring quality news content and production in daily newscasts and across digital and streaming platforms Work with student journalists on storytelling, writing, producing, investigative process, news judgment, ethics and principles of journalism. Manage a staff of student reporters, plus graduate and undergraduate student workers focusing on reporting, news judgment and ethical decision-making. Plan and supervise necessary travel Teach a journalism class each semester Work with community members and leaders to build relationships and ensure inclusive coverage. Hold a faculty appointment at the University of Missouri School of Journalism. Work with the news editors, digital editors and students at other Missouri School of Journalism news platforms to create quality converged coverage. Other duties as assigned   This position will require working nights and some weekends, and work hours will vary depending on news coverage and production needs, which will be determined in consultation with the KOMU-TV News Director.   Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: At least 5 years of experience in reporting, producing, writing and managing staff in a digital journalism environment. A bachelor's degree.   The committee is also interested in candidates who bring: The ethical judgment and skill to teach young journalists how to make tough calls on their feet. A proven track record of producing quality news coverage. Strong interpersonal and collaborative problem-solving skills. A deep, applied understanding of how to use visual and audio journalism, digital video, and social media to enhance journalistic storytelling. The ability to juggle a vibrant daily newsroom's many needs with ambitious, long-term projects. A track record as a collegial collaborator in a newsroom without silos.   Application Materials Please visit http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic/ to access the online application system. Reference job ID 38314.  Upload (a) a letter of application that describes your interest in teaching, your teaching philosophy, and your thoughts about teaching television journalism; (b) a curriculum vitae, (c) the names and contact information for three references, and (d) a one-page diversity statement that specifically addresses how you would engage with a diverse student population with regards to teaching, research, mentoring, and advising.   Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at  http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits . The University of Missouri is an equal opportunity/access/affirmative action/pro-disabled and veteran employer, and is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence. Tue, 14 Sep 2021 14:42:01 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14939792/digital-content-strategist https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14939792/digital-content-strategist Spokane, Washington, Department: Web and Digital Communications Hours per Week: 40 Months per Year: 12 Job Summary: This position is the primary copywriter and content strategist on the University's web management team, within the central Marketing and Communications department. This role creates and manages digital content that engages visitors and supports user journeys across our public website, (gonzaga.edu), intranet (myGU), blogs, and other digital channels. This role blends excellent planning, copywriting, storytelling, editing and web publishing skills with an understanding of user needs and University objectives to produce engaging, effective digital experiences. This position will produce many different types of online (and, sometimes, offline) content, including news and feature stories, landing pages, degrees and programs content, messages from University leadership, blogs, email campaigns, online ads, video scripts, podcasts, and emergency communications. This position uses web analytics, search engine optimization ( SEO ) and others tools to report on and understand how our content, campaigns, and sites are performing, while also providing strategic recommendations for improvement. The right person for this role will be experienced in and passionate about the digital space, an experienced writer, comfortable transforming academic writing into compelling web content, and deft at applying brand voice and tone to all content. The ability to collaborate with partners across the University others and guide great online experience through the interplay of text, graphics, and interactivity is also important. As part of a Marketing & Communications department focused on finding solutions, a customer-service orientation is vital. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree Three years' experience writing for the web and other online channels – or ability to show a strong portfolio demonstrating web, social media, and online content and copywriting work. Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and grammar skills. Ability to adapt writing for different audiences (such as students and families, faculty, donors and alumni) and media (websites, blogs, social media, email, etc.) while maintaining consistent brand voice. Ability to transform academic and/or technical content and concepts into engaging content appropriate for various web audiences. Ability to choose appropriate photos and images to accompany web content and resize, crop, lightly edit, and optimize them for web use. Ability to independently manage a large quantity and variety of tasks or projects, complete them on time and/or proactively communicate status. Understanding of basic HTML and CSS and the ability to do simple content formatting and troubleshooting. Experience publishing and managing content across multiple online channels, including public websites, blogs, intranets, and social media. Experience with search engine optimization ( SEO ), including understanding of best practices and the ability to apply them to web content. Strong knowledge of web design paradigms, including the ability to conceptualize pages and guide the creation of interactive content, features, and graphics that utilize various types of content. 1-3 years experience with web analytics and reporting, including managing accounts, properties and views, creating goals and funnels, determining relevant metrics for various types of projects and producing reports. Three years experience using web content management systems ( CMS ) to produce and publish content. Experience working with modular web content and defining and applying hierarchies, taxonomies, tags, and metadata to content. Experience creating and managing and editorial calendars for websites, blogs, social media, and/or other marketing channels. Experience creating content standards and style guides. Ability to consult and train partners with a wide range of web writing and publishing experience on web writing and content production best practices and workflows. Ability to learn and operate the University's emergency communication system(s) and accurately publish or send communications while under stress during emergencies or other times when urgent messages must be distributed to campus community and other stakeholders. This includes the ability to think clearly and act quickly and precisely in stressful situations, and, depending on the nature and timing of the emergency may require working remotely, on weekends or holidays, or during any time of the day or night. Experience with web analytics and reporting, including the ability to create and track goals and campaigns with campaign; create basic reports, analyze results; and make strategic recommendations for improvement. Sun, 26 Sep 2021 02:55:30 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15413053/digital-communications-specialist https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15413053/digital-communications-specialist Chicago, Illinois, Summary: The American Institute of Steel Construction is looking for a content strategist and web specialist to join our communications team. This exceptional writer will work collaboratively to present compelling stories to strengthen AISC’s brand and further establish AISC as the thought leader of structural steel design and construction. This person will work closely with AISC’s Web Manager but will focus more on writing and strategic projects than technical ones. She/he/they will join a small team that focuses on telling the dynamic stories of America’s fabricated structural steel industry, with the goal of increasing market share. The Digital Communications Specialist must work out of AISC’s Chicago headquarters at least three days a week. Duties and responsibilities include the following: Draft compelling web copy Collaborate with other departments to develop content Curate and write the weekly Bulletin newsletter Create news articles for and manage ads on modernsteel.com Update content on the AISC website as needed. This includes supporting users and modifying content as requested by stakeholders as well as taking the initiative to propose suggestions for improvements. Oversee and execute strategic updates to aisc.org and other AISC websites. These may include new concepts for existing portions of these websites as well as working collaboratively with other departments to create new sections. Advocate for users (UI/UX) Compile, analyze, and share metrics on a regular basis to facilitate insightful, data-driven decisions. Be a data evangelist and proactively suggest ways to implement what we learn. Manage and improve SEO Coordinate all AISC award programs Write the monthly staff newsletter Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Exceptional writing and editing skills Strategic approach to storytelling, regardless of platform Insatiable curiosity and a knack for learning concepts and tools quickly Must enjoy working as part of a team Ability to take direction, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and take initiative Strong organizational skills Ability to interact professionally with members, leadership, general public, and staff Creative approaches to execution Excellent eye for detail Education and experience: Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, new media, or similar preferred. Demonstrated ability to write expressive, engaging, and clean content Intermediate to advanced knowledge of and experience with content strategy Experience in digital communications Intermediate to advanced knowledge of web content best practices Experience with the following desired: Google Workspaces, JotForm, dataviz tools, Google Tag Manager, Google Analytics All applicants must upload the following: Resume Engaging cover letter Document that contains:  A link to a portfolio of his/her/their writing for one or more web audiences (preferably published or for a client, but content for a personal brand is also acceptable) A link to a website he/she/they think demonstrates extraordinary online storytelling with a few sentences about what makes it so effective Excellent benefits package includes health, vision, and dental insurance; 401(k); paid parental leave; and more. Fri, 10 Sep 2021 16:57:50 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15491087/assistant-director-communications-digital-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15491087/assistant-director-communications-digital-editor Charlottesville, Virginia, Job Title:                                 Assistant Director, Editorial (“Digital Editor”) Full-time/Part-time:                Full-time FLSA Status:                            Exempt Supervisor:                               Managing Editor Date Prepared:                         May 19, 2021   GENERAL SUMMARY: This person rides point on editorial digital operations with hands-on content management responsibilities while providing a broad range of departmental support. The position requires digital editorial and presentation skills, news judgment and understanding of the Virginia Magazine audience, reporting and writing ability, detail-oriented project management and organizational skills, astute and attentive customer-service skills and, in all things, professionalism. The University of Virginia Alumni Association seeks to attract and retain a diverse work force and encourages members of historically underrepresented groups to apply. We're an equal opportunity employer.   SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Oversee the digital components of Virginia Magazine storytelling, from ideation to execution, including identifying opportunities for digital exclusives and offering ways to adapt and enhance content elements from the print edition Track and analyze audience engagement metrics Work with the creative team, identifying necessary pieces of art for digital presentations Work with the marketing department to promote Virginia Magazine content through social media and other digital channels Work with the managing editor to plan, budget, and produce the monthly VIRGINIA MAGAZINE e-newsletters using online best practices Manage, curate, and regularly refresh the uvamagazine.org website Maintain the Articles Database, including subject-matter tagging, be able to work within the Virginia Magazine CMS Prepare the Letters, Class Notes and In Memoriam sections of the magazine Offer story ideas and otherwise contribute to editorial planning Contribute original content to Virginia Magazine, such as Class Notes and In Memoriam sidebars, New & Noteworthy reviews, and pieces for other magazine departments Serve as the Communications Department’s frontline customer service representative, including handling queries and complaints Assist with magazine production, including prepress proofing Such other duties as assigned and as the position evolves   EXPERIENCE: Experience in a publishing environment strongly preferred Good working knowledge of the University of Virginia Must have proven deadline experience Must have proven customer service experience Experience with content management systems and archival databases   SKILLS/CERTIFICATIONS: Proficiency using Microsoft Office and Adobe software (InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat Professional) Must be adept at learning new software and new platforms and systems   SUPERVISION: None   ABILITIES:  Deep understanding of digital journalism best practices and the curiosity to keep abreast of emerging trends Superior news judgment and sense of audience Reader-first journalism sensibilities and ethics Demonstrable newswriting, feature writing, and news judgment skills Good communication and writing skills Organizational skills, the ability to managing multiple projects each with a series of internal deadlines Must be committed to providing excellent customer service   CONTACTS: Va. Alumni and their families Va. Alumni Association staff Va. faculty and staff   ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: A highly collaborative and collegial creative department of hard-working, dedicated professionals   The UVA Alumni Association has a generous total rewards package that includes flexible work options and a 10% contribution to retirement! Wed, 22 Sep 2021 11:59:40 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14787893/project-manager-institute-for-digital-innovation-idia https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14787893/project-manager-institute-for-digital-innovation-idia Fairfax, Virginia, Department: Office of Research Web Announcement: Project Manager, Institute for Digital InnovAtion ( IDIA ) The George Mason University, Institute for Digital InnovAtion invites applications for the Project Manager position. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment. About the Institute for Digital InnovAtion ( IDIA ): IDIA aims to engage researchers, innovators, and scholars of the Mason community with other organizations and businesses to shape our digital society's future while promoting equality, well-being, security, and prosperity. IDIA works with a community of several hundred faculty members from various technical and non-technical backgrounds. While the focus is on building strong external partnerships with GovCon, private sector, schools, and colleges to amplify Mason's research impact, we offer opportunities such as roundtables and seed funding for multidisciplinary ideation. The IDIA advisory committee is comprised of representatives from all colleges and schools at Mason. IDIA will be headquartered at the Arlington campus. Three main thrusts of IDIA : Technologies: Inventing new algorithms, digital techniques, and technologies; Systems: Developing and deploying computing systems to advance fields as diverse as finance, education, built infrastructure, science, economics, agriculture, health, transportation, entertainment, national security, and social justice; Digital Society: Engaging in critical reflection that examines the implications of digital innovation to ensure that innovators are sensitive to designing and innovating responsibly and that key stakeholders – including users, innovators, policy-makers, and the public at large – are informed about technology's social, ethical, political, and economic impacts. About the Position: IDIA invites project managers who are collaborative, strategic, and insightful with a proven track record of successful initiatives to apply for this exciting position. Reporting to IDIA's Executive Director, the Project Manager will work on various project activities such as background research, convening meetings, drafting communications, and managing the website and social media content. The Project Manager will primarily manage projects that connect the university, faculty, and students with key stakeholders such as companies, local, state, and federal agencies. These projects are the core of the institute as they enable Mason faculty and students to collaborate externally, enhancing the university's research and scholarship portfolio. Responsibilities: Oversee and manage projects and initiatives related to the institute; Use project management tools for task/time/resource management; Ensure the accuracy, coordination, and prioritization of projects; Evaluate data and prepare reports as required on various topics; Manage timeliness of all assigned projects, ensuring quality deliverables and stakeholder satisfaction; Convene meetings as needed to gather requirements for projects; Regularly report project status; Draft communications and manage the content of the IDIA website, monthly newsletters, quarterly magazines, annual reports, and social media channels; Work with the graphic designer to ensure the accuracy of the information and the quality of design; Provide analysis of web and social media content performance by generating bi-weekly and monthly reports; Manage networking events/conferences as assigned; Work with RII and other members of the team to ensure that IDIA events are well-conceived, managed, and executed; Track the expenditure and maintain the budget; Track and record KPI metrics on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. Required Qualifications: Masters degree in a discipline relevant to the work of IDIA ; 7+ years of experience using project management tools for task/time/resource management; Must have strong, demonstrated writing skills and ability to proofread and edit content; Experience in website platforms such as Word Press, multimedia, and graphic design; Broad knowledge of computing disciplines; Experience in technology-enriched research programs; Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism; Must have excellent organizational skills, with the proven ability to independently juggle multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Preferred Qualifications: Familiar with the research development lifecycle; Experience working with a research support team; Experience working with federal grants; Experience in a large dispersed university environment. Additional Desired Competencies: Exceptional emotional intelligence and initiative, with a demonstrated capacity for creative, human-centered problem-solving; Demonstrated skills in managing and working with external personnel in a team environment. Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience Location: Fairfax, VA Mason Ad Statement: Great Careers Begin at Mason! George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report “Up and Coming” spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason’s diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create. If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/! George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition. Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, applicants must apply at https://jobs.gmu.edu/ ; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, CV, and a list of three professional references with contact information. Equity Statement: George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. Sun, 26 Sep 2021 03:33:20 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15466596/news-editor-politics https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15466596/news-editor-politics Portland, Oregon, OPB is hiring a leader for our politics and government team. This news editor is responsible for assigning and editing stories for reporters for the radio and web, planning and leading coverage of elections and breaking news on government and politics beats. The editor serves as executive producer of the weekly podcast OPB Politics Now and serves as a member of OPB’s news editing team. Daily duties include editing newscast items, radio and digital features and longer-term investigations and projects. For additional information and application instructions, please visit OPB's careers page . OPB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fri, 17 Sep 2021 16:34:57 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15406807/features-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15406807/features-editor Seattle, Washington, The Seattle Times, a family-owned news organization and one of the nation’s premier regional news sources, is looking for an experienced  Features Producer  to join our Pulitzer Prize-winning newsroom. As part of our Features team, you will be asked to address digital production duties of all features content, including but not limited to food and drink, arts and entertainment, travel, outdoors and culture. You’re tasked with using digital analytics to advise on coverage and presentation strategy, while also using metrics, social media tools and any other relevant digital platforms to help the features team best serve its existing audience, find ways to reach and engage new audiences and keep us up to date on industry best practices. The Seattle Times is an award-winning newsroom with a history of producing groundbreaking journalism for a broad regional audience. Independently owned by the local Blethen family for more than 120 years, The Times has won 11 Pulitzer Prizes, the most recent in 2020. It is considered a leader among major metropolitan newsrooms, producing rapid-fire breaking news, deep and richly told narrative and explanatory stories, high-impact investigative reporting, and powerful, gripping visual journalism. Please note : while this job will work remotely for now, this position will report into our Seattle office regularly once normal operation resumes.  Responsibilities Curating, maintaining and producing the Features sections of the seattletimes.com homepage. Sending news alerts for features stories, including email, desktop and mobile push notifications. Curating, compiling and sending any relevant newsletters Posting Seattle Times features content to social media and engaging with readers. Monitoring trends and readership analytics in real time and use trends to advise and help the Features team craft publication, content and engagement strategy on a regular basis. Providing accurate and timely news updates during breaking news. Endorsing and supporting efforts to provide inclusive coverage to reach many audiences. Spearheading and executing varied audience engagement initiatives under the direction of features editors. Creatively build out in-depth stories or projects for presentation on the website. Considering and suggesting ways to include voices from under-represented communities. Stay on top of stories trending on social or other digital media and advise features team on coverage strategy. Staying on top of industry digital best practices and advising features team on how to continue to innovate. Working closely with all departments across the newsroom on story planning and promotion. Participating in discussions of newsroom digital and social media strategies. Strategizing and implementing the adoption of digital best practices across the newsroom. Training features staffers in digital best practices and digital logistics on an as-needed basis. Any other story editing, freelance management or occasional reporting duties as assigned by features editors. Qualifications We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive newsroom and encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply.   If your profile doesn’t match this job description exactly, you may still be a candidate for this position. Please let us know how your skills and experience relate to the role and its objectives in your Cover Letter. Experience : At least two years of professional experience preferred in a related position, such as web producer, engagement specialist, social media producer or related role. Education : Bachelor’s degree in journalism/communication or a related field, or equivalent experience. Previous professional experience working in digital news media. Solid news judgment Must be able and willing to work nights and weekends on occasion when deemed a coverage necessity.  Interest and some working knowledge of features department topics including but not limited to: arts and entertainment, food and drink, travel, outdoors and popular culture. Familiarity with tools for web publishing and analytics, such as WordPress or Chartbeat. Expertise in Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and other social media. Native-level fluency with the web, social-media savvy and a deep understanding of how people consume information on multiple devices and platforms. Strong knowledge of AP style, news judgment and journalistic ethics. Reporting or copy-editing background or experience is a bonus. Schedule Will require some nights and weekend shifts. Founded in 1896, The Seattle Times continues its tradition as a family-owned, independent newspaper that cuts through the clutter and provides readers with timely, relevant news. As the largest newsroom in the Pacific Northwest, we serve the region with thoughtful journalism that makes a real difference in our community. And as a media solutions company, Seattle Times Media Solutions combines cutting-edge digital capabilities and service with the values and integrity of respected traditional media… with an established audience of 1.9 million. At The Seattle Times, you’ll find work that matters. Resume and attachments over 10 MB per file cannot be accepted. Thu, 09 Sep 2021 18:53:38 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15359552/weekend-news-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15359552/weekend-news-editor Portland, Oregon, Join OPB as our first Weekend News Editor! You’ll serve as OPB’s primary eyes on breaking news and developing news stories on Saturdays and Sundays and do general assignment reporting and fill in for other editors on Thursday and Fridays. For additional information and application instructions, please visit OPB's careers page . OPB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tue, 31 Aug 2021 20:35:29 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15406322/data-science-analyst-audience-analytics https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15406322/data-science-analyst-audience-analytics Washington, D.C., Washington, DC (Pew Research Center) The  Data Science Analyst  will play an important role in helping the organization measure the reach and impact of Center research and outreach efforts. They will manage the implementation of multiple analytics data sources and pipelines across Pew Research Center's digital properties and social media channels, build tools for analyzing and presenting data, and produce periodic and ad hoc reports measuring digital performance across multiple channels for stakeholders across the organization including the Center executive team, governing board and outside funders. They will play an important role in our efforts at leveraging data to measure audience behavior, digital product performance, and to inform new product development and the digital strategy of the Center. This position reports to the Director of Digital Strategy and works closely with the other members of the digital team (UX, design, video, web development and product) as well as data labs, communications, research and editorial. Responsibilities Utilize a variety of scripting and statistical analysis tools (Python, R, etc.) to combine data from multiple sources, interpret data, identify trends and measure results against stated objectives Build tools to streamline the production of weekly, monthly and quarterly digital performance reports for management, editorial and research stakeholders based on data from multiple sources (Google Analytics, Parse.ly, Facebook Insights, Twitter Analytics, LinkedIn, CrowdTangle, YouTube, MailChimp, SEMRush, Buffer, Bit.ly etc.) Perform ad hoc analysis as requested Collaborate with our DevOps engineers to design a data warehouse of historic publishing analytics data Work with web developers to manage on-page analytics code and implement advanced tracking and segmentation for content using JavaScript and Google Tag Manager. Collaborate with UX and digital staff to design and implement A/B and multivariate testing frameworks to quantify the effects of product design, information architecture, navigation and marketing campaign choices on user behavior, engagement, and retention Work with communications to capture and measure the impact of media coverage, presentations, etc. Education/Training/Experience Bachelor's Degree 3 to 5 years' experience working with Google Analytics or other digital analytics programs Experience accessing data via APIs, and ability to combine analytics data from multiple sources (Google Analytics, Facebook, Parse.ly, MailChimp, etc.) Skill Requirements Intermediate to advanced knowledge of industry-standard web analytics software, preferably Google Analytics Experience working with analytics data from multiple digital sources (Website, Twitter, Facebook, E-mail fulfilment, CRM, etc.) Knowledge of R, Python and/or other data manipulation and statistical analysis tools and with managing code using Git Strong customer service orientation and ability to build and maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders Strong verbal and written communication skills Location: This position is based in Washington, DC. During the current period of Covid-19 related restrictions, this position may start as a remote position, with an eventual transition to onsite by January 4, 2022. The Center operates in a hybrid model, meaning that starting no later than January, staff will be expected to work in the office at least 2 days/week, and can work from home up to 3 days/week. Although this position can work remotely until January, Pew Research Center can only employ candidates in the following states- California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Connecticut, Georgia, Idaho, Hawaii, Massachusetts, Maryland, Michigan, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Virginia, Wisconsin. Application Procedure: Only application including both a  RESUME and COVER LETTER  will be considered complete. Please include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position. FLSA Status: Exempt Total Rewards In addition to competitive pay, Pew Research Center's employees enjoy a robust total rewards package that includes: Affordable, comprehensive health, dental and vision plans Generous paid time off, including paid holidays, vacation, sick, personal and family leave Up to a 12% employer 401(k) contribution, with vesting at the end of the first year. A robust wellness program that includes an annual allowance. EEO: Pew Research Center make s employment decisions without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We champion inclusion, diversity and equity , and w e encourage applications from candidates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/PdQ2YPiB2bj1CnplupjEQ PI146558006 Yearly Salary Thu, 09 Sep 2021 12:49:06 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15394837/website-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15394837/website-editor Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Looking for a digital editing position in online journalism that develop your love of writing SEO-driven headlines, website design, content strategy and audience engagement at a media organization dedicated to community journalism that mixes urgency, depth and aggregation?  LNP|LancasterOnline in Lancaster County, Pa., is looking for entry-level website producer and editor who loves the adrenaline of breaking news and the excitement of combing through real-time traffic and subscription metrics and analytics. This journalist is the tip of the spear in an aggressive subscription-based revenue strategy, with opportunity for aggregation, push alerts, newsletter curation and social media deployment.   In addition to the essential functions listed above, the employee is expected to exercise honesty, integrity and respect with all clients and co-workers, preserve confidentially of all business information and data, maintain a professional appearance and demeanor, demonstrate a positive attitude, communicate effectively with co-workers and clients, work with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail, respect the work environment and keep it as environmentally friendly as possible, and exercise initiative to learn new skills and tasks and to help co-workers when possible.  Reliable attendance and punctuality are also required.  The employee is also expected to perform other related duties, special projects and functions as required from time to time.         Qualifications: ·         Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, mass communications or related field is required, with a proven knowledge and experience working with current media creation tools and contemporary newsroom systems, producing digital and print content, preferred.  ·         May be required to meet AP writing style, depending on the publication.  ·         Solid understanding of news writing, journalistic ethics and story structure.  ·         Team player who enjoys a fast-paced work environment.    Tue, 07 Sep 2021 10:29:11 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15491092/news-editor-city-ottawa https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15491092/news-editor-city-ottawa Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, The Opportunity: The Ottawa Citizen and Ottawa Sun newsroom has an immediate opening for digital journalism leader to help set the news agenda in the nation’s capital. Responsibilities: Oversee the afternoon news operation; ensuring the team is on track to lead the market in breaking news. Assign news and feature stories and work with reporters on developing them. Edit news and feature stories to the highest editorial standards. Help develop and execute the newsroom’s newsletter and digital engagement strategies. Final sign-off and approval of the print products. This position involves working one weekend day (Sunday) and afternoons/evenings, for the most part, although schedules may change. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should submit a cv and examples of their work We thank in advance all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates under consideration will be contacted. Only candidates legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered. No phone calls or agencies please. Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all areas of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation during the hiring process, please make your needs known in advance. Accommodation requests will be provided on an individual basis. Postmedia Network Inc. is committed to employment equity and an inclusive, barrier-free selection process and work environment. Postmedia Network Inc. encourages applications from women, aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities. Capabilities: you possess some or all of the following skills: Strong communicator. If anything, you over communicate. Leadership. You lead via collaboration and influence, manage conflict gracefully. This may be your first management position, but you’ve a track record of leading others. Creativity. You’re able to envision the next-day story, find the quirky angle or enterprising feature, think of something we should be explaining. Passion for innovative digital storytelling. Entrepreneurship. You’re constantly coming up with the new ideas to engage readers, whether it’s a social Q&A or a new newsletter. Strong headline and display copy writing skills. Experience in a daily newsroom is necessary. Bonus points if you know Ottawa well. Knowledge of French is an asset, but not a requirement. Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:01:36 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15453329/assistant-managing-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15453329/assistant-managing-editor Detroit, Michigan, Assistant Managing Editor Crain’s Detroit Business seeks an assistant managing editor. The right candidate will have strong digital editing skills, a track record of overseeing big stories and comfort in shifting between daily breaking news and a weekly print edition. This editor will manage a high-producing team of reporters, assigning and editing breaking stories and enterprise with a premium on scoops and news our business audience can’t get elsewhere. We’re looking for leaders who are collaborative, flexible and eager to innovate as we navigate a hybrid work environment. Duties Assigning and editing stories for news-oriented business publication; publishing copy to Web, mobile app and email newsletter platforms; and some social media posting. Working with reporters to recognize and develop breaking news and deep enterprise that gets results. Managing special projects as assigned. Maintaining weekly and longer-term coverage plans and story budgets. Coordinating staff reporters, freelancers, photographers and digital producers to appropriately package stories for maximum impact. Basic   Qualifications Needed: Bachelor’s degree. At least 5 years of journalism experience, including reporting, editing, headline writing, and publishing to web in a deadline-driven newsroom. Experience managing staff and freelancers.  Strong macro-level editing skills: context, structure, pacing; and micro-level editing skills: facts, aesthetics, tone, voice, clarity. Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for the big picture and an ear for fine details. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Ability to work out of Detroit newsroom as needed, currently several days per week. Occasional night and weekend work, typically done remotely, is required. Online portfolio or links to recent and relevant work. Preferences: Past editorial management experience and business journalism experience.  Experience in both print and digital formats a plus. Ability to think outside of the box and offer new ideas. Proficiency in social media Comfort with occasional speaking appearances at Crain’s events or in other media. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. Brand Overview: Since 1985,  Crain's Detroit Business  has been the premier source of local business news and information for the Detroit’s area's influential business executives.  Crain’s Detroit Business  is a full-service communications company – connecting affluent and influential decision makers by providing insights, analysis and opinion needed to navigate Detroit’s business landscape. We are constantly innovating to solve your business problems – from both inside and outside our newsroom. Our integrated approach - across print, digital, in-person event and custom content platforms - aligns powerful content with a powerful audience. www.crainsdetroit.com @crainsdetroit Crain Overview: Crain Communications  has been at the forefront of the publishing industry for more than a century. As a privately held company, we maintain a personal responsibility for elevating our work to be the best it can be. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities  The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Wed, 15 Sep 2021 10:46:30 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15381118/engagement-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15381118/engagement-editor St. Louis, Missouri, St. Louis Public Radio is seeking a sharp and creative journalist to be the primary eyes, ears and voice of the STLPR newsroom online as our Engagement Editor. This is an amazing opportunity to take the wheel of a trusted local news brand and lead the newsroom’s engagement with our community. The Engagement Editor position calls for lots of experimentation and collaboration with our reporters and editors, as this is the ethos of our newsroom’s digital team in general. You’ll join a group that prizes creativity and pushes itself to experiment and innovate. The job also includes executing our current engagement strategies and developing new ones as the social media landscape evolves. A great candidate will be familiar with metrics tools and comfortable making quick, independent decisions based on both quantitative and qualitative factors. We know numbers help us understand our successes and failures, but they aren’t the whole story when it comes to engagement. Building our audience in communities — particularly communities of color — that St. Louis Public Radio hasn't served well historically. Good judgment and journalistic ethics are also paramount in this position since you are the newsroom’s front-line ambassador to the community. People won’t always agree with our coverage, and you’ll often hear about it first. It’s imperative that we listen and stay accountable to our audience. The Engagement Editor will be expected to get out from behind their desk to connect in person with both existing STLPR fans and those unfamiliar with us through listening sessions, community forums and station events. Most of the newsroom is working remotely now, and you will too, until St. Louis Public Radio determines how we can all work safely at the station headquarters. Even after we’ve moved back to the office, working remotely part-time is possible in this role. The Engagement Editor job is not a management position. Responsibilities: Serve as the primary voice of the STLPR newsroom on social media, including sharing our journalism and responding to audience members. Develop and execute the newsroom’s online engagement strategy. Collaborate with reporters and editors on stories and lead engagement plans for large reporting projects. Generate opportunities for in-person audience engagement. Coach reporters, producers and editors on how to use social media tools more effectively for reporting and for amplifying the work of STLPR. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Social media management experience; Solid journalistic and personal judgment; 3+ years of professional experience in a daily news organization; A sharp eye for spotting trends in social media; A creative mind; A collaborative spirit. Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of professional experience managing social media for a news organization is highly desirable. Comparable experience managing social media outside of journalism will be considered. A demonstrated personal interest in social media and innovative approaches to journalism and community engagement. Proficient in forms of visual communication, such as video, photography or design. Familiarity with the St. Louis region is helpful but not required. Fri, 03 Sep 2021 12:33:02 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15507362/special-projects-editor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15507362/special-projects-editor Austin, Texas, Giddy is looking for a special projects editor to oversee long-form stories, investigations and editorial series that include custom art, specialized digital design and video content. We're currently expanding our portfolio of deeply reported in-depth articles as well as launch new series that are closely tied to promotions on social media and in our newsletter. The ideal candidate will have a background in traditional journalism with experience in multimedia presentation and social media. **This position works out of the Giddy office in East Austin. Candidates must be local to the Austin area or willing to relocate.** Job duties: • Work with the managing editor to design and launch investigative stories that explore how sexual health topics intersect with the healthcare industry, social justice and culture at large. • Work with the development and art teams to conceptualize unique presentation for these articles including original artwork and illustrations as well as interactive features, videos, graphs and charts. • Maintain and launch new series and engaging lists that draw readers to Giddy’s coverage via social media and newsletters. • Recruit, mentor and manage a diverse stable of freelance writers. • At least 5 years of experience in journalism, including as an assignment editor in a newsroom or magazine setting • Experience managing a team and working across teams • Some experience in social media strategy and promoting stories • Excellent story development and line-editing skills • Comfort with topics related to sex and sexuality Bonus: • Existing network of writers • Experience working with data sets and visual presentation • Familiarity with design and development customization Fri, 24 Sep 2021 17:30:24 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15340910/head-of-audience-development https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15340910/head-of-audience-development Berkeley/Oakland, California, Cityside seeks an experienced audience development and social media expert with a journalism background to help us better identify, grow, and deepen our engagement with the audiences for our two current platforms, Berkeleyside and The Oaklandside. Our overarching goal is to increase the number of Oaklanders and Berkeleyans who know about, and engage with, our work, and develop readers into loyal supporters. The person in this position will serve as a digital content leader, reporting to the editorial director and working closely with our partners at News Revenue Hub.  The job is based in the Bay Area. The deadline for applications is Sept. 20, 2021.  Apply for this position . Responsibilities:   Develop a strategic vision and branding consistency for audience engagement and growth across all digital and social media channels in support of our broader business and journalistic goals. Execute and communicate best practices for discoverability: Collaborate with newsroom editors and reporters to analyze what content reached which audiences, brainstorm SEO headlines and establish best practices for audience cultivation and engagement.   Trend analysis and implementation: Conduct research, analyze, and communicate trends, story, and topic ideas to editors; and to full staff on a regular basis. In close partnership with the editors and the newsroom, assemble, edit and write some of our newsletters, and work to develop new products including new newsletters. Develop an analytics strategy to regularly track and report to the organization progress of each brand’s key performance indicators, such as users, returning visitors, email subscribers and email engagement, SEO performance, and more. Attract and acquire new audiences and deepen engagement with them by originating ideas for live events (online and/or in-person). Membership and revenue: With our editorial director and our partners at the News Revenue Hub, participate in the brainstorming and execution of strategies related to membership campaigns.  Ensure that our content is posted on social media in line with our social media strategy and consistent with visual standards; post social-media-only content. Coordinate with our marketing team on paid-for social media. Help track real-time and overall traffic patterns, using various analytics tools. Find creative ways to involve our audiences in the reporting process What you’ll need to succeed Candidates should have 2-5 years’ experience in audience development, generating audience analytics and developing key audience growth strategies with a proven track record of expanding audiences.  Experience building an engaged audience through newsletters, social media distribution platforms, and events. A background in journalism is strongly preferred and an understanding of nonprofit media, in particular, would be ideal.  Expertise in mining Google Analytics, Parse.ly and/or other digital tools for audience insights is required.  Qualified candidates will be skilled in as many of the following areas as possible: writing and editing; digital marketing; social media posting, pre-scheduling and analytics; search engine optimization; user experience best practices; and basic graphic design.  Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus. Good judgment and journalistic ethics are also paramount in this position because you will be one of Cityside’s frontline ambassadors to the community. We know there are great candidates who might not check all these boxes, or who possess important skills we haven’t thought of. If that’s you, don’t hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself. Cityside is willing to consider making adaptations to the scope of this role, depending on the fit we perceive during interviews. We also encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ people and people with disabilities.  How we’ll support you Top-notch in-house mentorship and a transparent internal review and feedback process $1,000 in support for conferences and training   We offer a salary of $85,000, a health plan (including dental and vision), four weeks of paid leave and a 401(k) match. Who we are Cityside Journalism Initiative is a Bay Area-based nonpartisan, nonprofit media organization committed to building community through local journalism. We provide readers with trustworthy, informative reporting that seeks to reflect the diversity and complexity of the communities we serve. Our two current platforms are Berkeleyside and The Oaklandside. About Cityside  |  About Berkeleyside  |  About The Oaklandside    Fri, 27 Aug 2021 19:13:10 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15453283/strategic-communication-professional-practice-assistant-professor https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15453283/strategic-communication-professional-practice-assistant-professor Columbia, Missouri, Strategic Communication/Professional Practice Assistant Professor   Job Description The Missouri School of Journalism is seeking a creative leader with a vision for guiding the next generation of creatives at the world’s top-ranked journalism school.   If you’re an innovative copywriter who is equally comfortable in the digital and traditional worlds of advertising, we’re offering an opportunity to put all of your talents to work in our Strategic Communication program. You’ll work with dedicated faculty and smart, motivated students. Students use the Missouri Method to gain hands-on classroom experiences. You’ll lead the effort to use new techniques and tools to make relevant, thoughtful and engaging creative content across a variety of platforms in our student-staffed advertising agency, MOJO Ad.   The ideal applicant must have a solid foundation with copywriting for both traditional and digital advertising, storytelling and understanding of creating content for a diverse range of audiences. We’re looking for someone who has helped grow organizations (agency, nonprofit, corporate, etc.), with a track record of elevating creative content, mentoring diverse and talented staff and making a difference. In your teaching role, you’ll be responsible for teaching four classes each semester (4 fall/4 spring). Classes would include some combination of: J4204 Introduction to Strategic Writing & Design J4208 Strategic Writing II J4220 Creative Portfolio J4970 Strategic Campaigns – MOJO Ad This 9-month faculty position is benefit-eligible, renewable and carries the academic rank of Professional Practice Assistant Professor (non-tenure track). The individual also serves as the co-Creative Director of MOJO Ad. The anticipated start date for the position is by August 2022. Qualifications Minimum qualifications for the position are:   At least 5 years’ experience as a copywriter (or similar title) in advertising. A bachelor’s degree.   The committee is also interested in candidates who bring: A proven track record of creative excellence (e.g., awards, signature achievements). A deep, applied understanding of how to use traditional and digital creative skills to enhance storytelling for a campaign. The ethical judgment and skill to teach young creatives how to make tough calls in the modern environment of dealing with diverse audiences. Strong interpersonal and collaborative creative skills are a must.   Application Materials Please visit http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic/ to access the online application system. Reference job ID 37464.  Required application materials are (a) a cover letter, (b) a CV/resume, (c) a one-page vision statement about how you might envision a student-run advertising agency for the future, (d) a one-page diversity statement that specifically addresses how you would engage with a diverse student population with regards to teaching, mentoring, and advising, (e) and a list of at least three references. Applications must be made online and will not be considered without all application materials.    Benefit Eligbility This position is eligible for University benefits.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at  http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits . The University of Missouri is an equal opportunity/access/affirmative action/pro-disabled and veteran employer, and is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.   Wed, 15 Sep 2021 10:05:32 -0400