https://careers.journalists.org Latest Online News Association Career Center Jobs Tue, 14 Sep 2021 09:39:39 Z https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15297472/indy-chief-revenue-officer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15297472/indy-chief-revenue-officer Las Vegas , Nevada, Ready to help co-create the fundraising strategies that will fuel our nonprofit news room for the next five years? Able to supervise all aspects of revenue generation, as well as communications strategies that support mission and vision? Willing to help smooth and integrate storytelling, strategic marketing, sales and fundraising efforts? Capable of overseeing the management of an integrated donor and member database? Please visit this page  to learn more, then  go here to apply . Thu, 19 Aug 2021 18:05:34 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14909145/chief-communications-officer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14909145/chief-communications-officer New York, NY, 10176, USA, Job Title: Chief Communications Officer Job ID: 22480 Location: John Jay College Regular/Temporary: Regular POSITION DETAILS ABOUT JOHN JAY COLLEGE John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY) and an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice. Led by President Karol V. Mason, John Jay is a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution, it is ranked third in the nation in Black student success, and it is a top ten institution for promoting student social mobility. John Jay is proud to serve a diverse and dynamic student body of 15,000 students that includes nearly fifty percent students who are first in their family to attend college as well as students who are immigrants, from low-income families, or from other historically underrepresented groups in higher education. The College participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate Center of CUNY, and offers bachelor's and master's degrees both in traditional criminal justice-related fields of study as well as in a robust portfolio of liberal arts and sciences programs that highlight themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. The College seeks staff and faculty members who thrive in multicultural academic environments and are committed to access and excellence in higher education. ABOUT THE POSITION Reporting to the Vice President for Public Affairs & Strategic Initiatives and working closely with the College President, senior College leaders, faculty, researchers, and students, the Chief Communications Officer will provide expert communications counsel to stakeholders across the College and oversee design and implementation of a strategy to enhance awareness of John Jay's role as both an engine of social mobility and equity for our students and an innovative hub of world-class, justice-focused research for societies across the globe. Leading a collaborative team of creative professionals in the Marketing & Communications Department, the Chief Communications Officer will leverage innovative methods across social media, news media relations, marketing, video, multimedia, electronic and print publications, graphic design, and web to help cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with key audiences and build the institution's impact, visibility, value, thought leadership, and base of public and private support. Responsibilities include: Communications Strategy, Vision and Leadership Develop and implement an integrated strategic communications and marketing plan, directly managing communications activities that promote and protect the College's brand reputation, broaden awareness and visibility of its programs and priorities across all audiences, support dissemination of its learning and research, drive recruitment and retention of students, and enhance the College's base of public investment and private support. Work with the leadership team and staff to recognize internal and external communications challenges, opportunities and solutions, and define and execute appropriate strategies to address them. Working with senior College leaders, faculty, researchers, students, and staff, assess their public relations needs and develop and implement programs to meet those needs, particularly including communication projects to support enrollment with the Office of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management as well as fundraising and alumni engagement for the Office of Institutional Advancement. Provide expert counsel to College leadership, faculty, and researchers with recommendations on policy and action in the management of issues and crises affecting the College, and manage related media relations. Assess and improve all institutional communications vehicles including web, print, digital, graphic design, social media, media relations, and marketing so that they are effective in achieving strategy and effectively reach key audiences including, but not limited to, prospective students, students, alumni, parents, donors, faculty, staff, media, political leaders, and stakeholders and partners across New York City and New York State, our nation, and the world. Communications Operations Provide creative and editorial oversight over and lead implementation for the College's external communications tools including website, print and electronic publications such as the magazine, marketing collateral materials, electronic communications, media statements, graphic design, social media, and video and multimedia assets in order to ensure enhancement of the College's brand and consistent focus on College priorities. Oversee service model for intake and fulfillment of all externally facing marketing and communications requests from across the College, ensuring that standards of high quality are maintained and that appropriate metrics are employed to gauge progress in support of the College's strategic plan. Oversee media relations and ensure that the College has strong relationships with the media for the active participation of John Jay's president, faculty, researchers, and staff as thought leaders on relevant public issues and for the promotion of student achievements, College programs, special events, and public announcements. Oversee the actions of the institution's crisis management plan, with capacity to serve as needed as University spokesperson for crisis management, and provide counsel and advice on major public relations issues. Team Development/Management Oversee the day-to-day activities of the communications function including budgeting, planning, and staff development, and as needed supervise contracted communications and marketing projects and manage relationships with associated vendors. Recruit, mentor, develop, and manage a communications team to support the development and execution of the communications and marketing strategies. Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that emphasizes learning and a commitment to excellence through a supportive and collaborative approach. Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, and conduct annual performance appraisals. Effectively manage the department budget and as needed work with other College departments and vendors to ensure that the College is getting the best value from its marketing and communication investments. QUALIFICATIONS This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will be an accomplished professional with significant experience in communications and marketing, preferably within a higher education institution (ideally, a public higher education institution) or other highly complex and decentralized organization, preferably a public institution. The successful candidate must have extraordinary communication and diplomacy skills and experience in supporting, engaging, and mobilizing key leaders and stakeholders, including those inside and outside their direct sphere of control. Additionally, the successful candidate will possess: Proven experience shaping long-term vision and driving strategies to achieve objectives in marketing, advertising, and communications, excellent project management skills, and a track record of translating strategic thinking into action plans and output in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated experience leading a multi-faceted communications or marketing program and successful record of overseeing dynamic website development, social media campaigns, graphic design, video creation, multimedia publications, crisis management and high-visibility media placements. Successful track record of designing bold and innovative approaches for communicating through a broad range of media to sophisticated, diverse audiences and developing clear, targeted branding and marketing strategies and campaigns that leverage design, creative storytelling, and new media. Proven track record of improving brand perception, developing and implementing marketing programs, executing successful and strategic social media campaigns with proven results, and developing and managing collaborative relationships with partners. Understanding of the trends and latest technologies in digital marketing, and ability to listen to market trends and continuously evaluate, learn, and improve upon our marketing and communications efforts to ensure the College's brand maintains and grows in its relevance and influence. Ability to creatively manage a budget in an environment of limited funding and resources; and experience preparing, justifying and presenting business cases, budgets and plans; and measuring the impact of different strategies and programs. Ability to manage internal and external relationships and effectively develop strong cross-functional partnerships, evidenced by a track record of teamwork and collegiality leading cross-functional teams and building relationships beyond the marketing function. Passionate commitment to building collegial teams and demonstrated success as an inspirational manager who has strong interpersonal skills and ability to develop alliances with internal and external groups. S/he must be comfortable dealing effectively, diplomatically, honestly, and sensitively with all levels of management, faculty, staff, alumni, and external stakeholders. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and student success, or to working with a broadly diverse community. Spanish language proficiency a plus but not required. CUNY TITLE Associate Administrator COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Salary commensurate with education and experience. CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world. HOW TO APPLY If you are viewing the job posting on John Jay College website or in CUNYfirst, please select the "Apply Now" button. If you are viewing the job posting on any other website, please follow the instructions below: -Go to www.cuny.edu and click on "Employment" -Click "Search job listing" -Click on "More options to search for CUNY jobs" -Search by Job Opening ID number (Job ID 22480 ) -Click on the "Apply Now" and follow the instructions Once you have registered or logged in with your user name and password, upload your cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references as one document. CLOSING DATE Open until filled. Resume review to begin June 3, 2021. JOB SEARCH CATEGORY CUNY Job Posting: Executive EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Tue, 14 Sep 2021 02:58:32 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15333346/editor-in-chief https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15333346/editor-in-chief Virginia, Editor-In-Chief, Charlottesville Tomorrow Charlottesville Tomorrow seeks an inspiring and imaginative newsroom leader with a heart for the organization’s guiding values of community, truth, and equity to become its first Editor-In-Chief. We are a mission-driven, multicultural nonprofit public service news organization serving Charlottesville, VA, and the surrounding region and a member of  INN ,  LION , and  VPA . Our newsroom covers the issues that are most important in our community with a focus on race and equity dynamics. The Editor-In-Chief reports to the Executive Director, leads our five-person news team, and is one of the leaders of the  Charlottesville Inclusive Media project , a local partnership with Black-owned media organizations. This is a senior leadership position. Successful candidates will be comfortable with managing partnerships, communicating on behalf of the organization, producing content across multiple platforms and channels, and ensuring that our newsroom delivers excellent journalism on a weekly basis. We are looking for a person who loves local news but also sees beyond the limitations of traditional news coverage. We seek someone who understands that being visible, present, and accountable with our community and knowledgeable about its people is core to any journalistic success. We are looking for a leader who understands that all good work starts with being a good human being and that the future of local journalism relies on including a diversity of voices at every level. Charlottesville is a college town facing increasing home prices, education disparities, a large income gap and a reckoning with race, both separate and intertwined with the violence of the 2017 white supremacist rallies. It is a competitive and fast-changing small media market with high visibility in state and national news cycles. And it is a fast-growing, multicultural node in the region’s knowledge and finance economy. The cost and quality of living are high, and it is a short drive from Washington D.C. and Richmond. Salary Range: $70-90K.  To apply send resume to dhennicke@cvilletomorrow.org -  Dan Hennicke. Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:22:35 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15399494/dc-bureau-chief https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15399494/dc-bureau-chief Washington, D.C., The Post-Gazette, a Pulitzer Prize-winning news organization is hiring a Washington bureau chief to cover the politics and policies of utmost importance and relevance to the Pittsburgh region. We’re looking for an innovative and ambitious reporter to produce quick-turn spot news stories, deeply reported enterprise and insightful analysis with a particular emphasis on our region’s congressional delegation. These are stories framed for Post-Gazette readers who want to know how decisions forged in Washington affect our region. By demystifying the bureaucracy of the nation’s capital, the correspondent will aim to produce stories that hold our government accountable and help Western Pennsylvanians make informed decisions about all facets of their daily lives.   The correspondent covers eight members of Congress — six House members and two senators — and the breadth of the federal bureaucracy. The ideal candidate should be exceptionally self-motivated, know how to develop a beat and cultivate sources in a competitive environment, while also keeping a finger on the pulse of Pittsburgh. This reporter will focus on key policy topics relevant to Pittsburgh — from energy policy to infrastructure, from high tech to the environment — and interact with the established and emerging industries of the region. The ideal candidate will feel comfortable working independently on a sprawling beat that yields a wide variety of daily stories as well as in-depth Sunday enterprise. The correspondent beat is highly visible and rewarding. The access is the same as with any top national reporter, with a desk in the Senate Press Gallery, a National Press Club membership, and the chance to work in the most powerful city in the world. You'll join a newsroom that has produced Pulitzer-caliber work in recent years (2019 winner for Breaking News, 2020 finalist for Local Reporting) with a strong reputation for high impact politics coverage in one of America’s primary battleground states.   Candidates should: Understand the inner-workings of federal government, national politics and policy making Demonstrate the ability to break stories, spot trends for longer-range coverage, and convey contextual meaning to developments on the beat Possess the ability to see past the daily noise to spot the news and trends that truly matter to the Pittsburgh region Have a proven track record of using social media to inform and engage digital audiences of all kinds Possess a positive attitude and ability to collaborate and thrive in high-pressure news environments Credibly represent the Post-Gazette at events and on external media channels Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism but not a must 3 to 7 years of reporting experience, preferably covering politics and/or government affairs Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills Ability to deliver news on social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat Strong analytical and strategic planning skills and attention to detail Proven experience reporting and writing effectively on deadline Exceptional work ethic, time management, and organization skills   Other Things to Know: Competitive salary and benefits package We encourage everyone to apply who shares our passion for indispensable journalism and our drive to create a sustainable business model to support it   As an equal opportunity employer, the Post-Gazette is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture, and we encourage members of underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people, and people with special needs.  Also, we will not hire individuals that use nicotine products, and will conduct a pre-employment screen to test for the use of nicotine products. Understand the inner-workings of federal government, national politics and policy making Demonstrate the ability to break stories, spot trends for longer-range coverage, and convey contextual meaning to developments on the beat Possess the ability to see past the daily noise to spot the news and trends that truly matter to the Pittsburgh region Have a proven track record of using social media to inform and engage digital audiences of all kinds Possess a positive attitude and ability to collaborate and thrive in high-pressure news environments Credibly represent the Post-Gazette at events and on external media channels Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism but not a must 3 to 7 years of reporting experience, preferably covering politics and/or government affairs Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills Ability to deliver news on social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat Strong analytical and strategic planning skills and attention to detail Proven experience reporting and writing effectively on deadline Exceptional work ethic, time management, and organization skills   Fri, 10 Sep 2021 08:30:13 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14945817/associate-communications-officer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14945817/associate-communications-officer New Haven, Connecticut, 1.  Develops and manages forward-looking strategic communications with video and social media to enhance Yale's reputation and communicate Yale's messages.2.  Produces multimedia content. Identify topics with compelling visual and audio elements to create stories that exploit those qualities, using video, podcasts, infographics, slideshows and other media as appropriate.3.  Works with communications colleagues throughout the school and university to highlight the work of researchers, create a high profile presence, and reach new audiences.4.  Builds relationships with faculty, administrators, departments and students and maintains contact with communications professionals and monitors trending news topics.5. Conceptualizes and writes creative posts across all social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and other accounts.6.  Participates in regular editorial/content meetings. Propose story ideas to senior leadership.7.  Regularly attends scientific talks on diverse topics to stay up-to-date on research trends at Yale and beyond. Preferred Education:   Ability to draft and support DEI- related communications. Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:   Ability to draft and support DEI- related communications. Required Skill/ability 5:   Demonstrated experience with web content management systems, HTML editing tools, social media platforms and survey building tools. Posting Position Title:   Associate Communications Officer Required Skill/ability 3:   Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and a familiarity with desktop publishing and layout programs such as Adobe's Creative Suite. Work Week:   Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day) University Job Title:   Associate Communications Officer Required Skill/ability 1:   Ability to develop relationships with faculty and other stakeholders of the department in order to develop content for distribution and manage the department's website and social media platforms. Required Skill/ability 4:   Ability to multitask, quickly adapt to changing priorities, and work well under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Required Skill/ability 2:   Outstanding interviewing, editing, and writing skills with ability to develop interesting content suitable for web and non-web-based distribution. Bachelor's degree and minimum of two years of experience in science writing, social media, digital journalism (e.g., video, audio blogging, etc.) or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:29:16 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14314188/campaign-development-communication-officer https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14314188/campaign-development-communication-officer , Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities at MICA.  At MICA, we value diversity and empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways. We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA. Position summary: The Development Communication Officer position provides expertise in managing multifaceted marketing and communications campaigns MICAâ??s comprehensive campaign, development programs, gift planning and major gifts, alumni relations and annual giving fundraising.  Reporting directly to the Associate Vice President for Advancement with dotted line to the Vice President for Advancement, the Development Writer is part of a professional team with a mission to increase the engagement of the College's multiple stakeholders through effective communications that promote broad philanthropic support for the College, and generally inspire strong relationships with the College. Summary of Major Duties and Responsibilities: Works with the College Advancement senior staff and Comprehensive Campaign team to determine their communications needs, to recommend solutions, and to execute strategies to meet defined goals Serves as the principal liaison between Strategic Communications and Advancement, ensuring that the goals, initiatives, priorities and communications projects of Advancement are managed effectively Works with Senior Leadership to develops an Advancement communications plans that prioritize resources on top donor prospects, but that reach all current and potential donors, managing those plans to ensure on-time and on-budget completion of all deliverables Oversees a broad range of communications for MICAâ??s  comprehensive fundraising campaign for and bears significant responsibility, for research, development, drafting and finalizing of materials from proposals, case statements, appeal letters, acknowledgments, grants and other communication materials Coordinates closely with Communications to ensure  cohesive, consistent graphic design strategies for fundraising and engagement communications Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Works on drafting solicitation materials, correspondence, promotional packets, donor profiles, development policies and other materials needed to communicate various messages for the Advancement initiatives and for the Comprehensive Campaign for 2026 Articulates and executes written correspondence, scripts and material for the President, Trustees and Campaign committee as relates to prospect, donor and campaign materials In collaboration with Strategic Communications, manages the preparation and production -- from concept to completion -- of fundraising collateral, including major gift proposals, prospectuses for financial aid and other key areas, annual reports, brochures, one-pagers, and donor profiles for print and website Works with Strategic Communications on the implementation on new material, updates and announcement for the website and social media initiatives for advancement projects Writes key donor and prospect letters for the VP of Advancement and the President of the College to advance the work of the Comprehensive Campaign Oversees initial drafting and editing of advancement communications-generated and/or specialized campaign content Contributes appropriate news and story ideas from Advancement to appropriate teams within Strategic Communications, ensuring that content created is directed for the alumni, parent and donor audience Ensures that institutional and campaign messaging is consistent and appropriately tailored to reach segmented audiences Recommends ways to measure the effectiveness of the specific communications vehicles used and new opportunities for reaching our target audiences Monitors project schedules for all participants to ensure that all contributors meet deadlines Assists in helping prepare background briefs, talking points, scripts, PowerPoint presentations and other materials for use by the president and other senior leadership in their engagement with trustees, alumni, donors, parents and other key constituencies Ensures effective internal copy review for Advancement, consistent with College standards and style Participates in staff meetings for the College and for Advancement, as well as meetings for communications strategy, campaign planning and donor strategy, as appropriate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent writing, oral and interpersonal communication skills are necessary Must be an exceptionally strong writer - persuasive, clear and swift - as well as an excellent editor, attentive to message and style standards Must be highly organized, able to juggle many priorities simultaneously, and comfortable establishing procedures for others to follow Must be proficient in navigating databases and the Internet The ability and willingness to provide excellent service and to work with students, alumni, parents, faculty and staff, and other constituencies Superior interpersonal and negotiating skills and poise are necessary Must perform well under pressure while managing competing priorities with a high degree of accuracy and diplomacy Must maintain a high level of professionalism, honesty, and reliability and be able to handle confidential information with discretion. Excellent research and proofreading skills Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a related field is required Demonstrated years in public relations, marketing, alumni relations and/or development and fundraising, with significant writing  responsibility is required; higher education experience is preferred Preferred Qualifications: Have a record of conceiving and producing strategic, sophisticated and effective content for advancement projects. Familiarity with non-profit organizations and the arts Experience in higher education fundraising Familiarity with fundraising databases, particularly Raiserâ??s Edge (RE) Reporting to this position: no direct reports Conditions of Employment: Conditions: Satisfactory Background Check Physical demands and work environment: Physical Demands: While performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Required training: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule) Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment. Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check. MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363. Sun, 12 Sep 2021 04:40:01 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15412522/assistant-reporter-researcher https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15412522/assistant-reporter-researcher REMOTE, D.C., This job is REMOTE. Work from anywhere. Are you fascinated by the world of online businesses and startups?  Good at tracking down information and organizing what you find?  Keen to be part of building a content brand from the ground up, learning along the way? They Got Acquired , a new content brand that covers acquisitions of online businesses that sell for 6-, 7- and 8-figures, is looking for an Assistant Reporter & Researcher (contract role, 15-20 hours/month) to support our founder and small team of reporters. What you’ll do: Research acquisitions by combing through podcasts, press releases, blog posts and Twitter threads, and pulling out metrics like deal size, revenue, and number of employees at sale Brainstorm creative ways to discover deals that haven’t been widely shared or written about Format and publish posts in WordPress Compile our weekly newsletter in ConvertKit Research podcast guests before interviews Pull weekly website stats Help grow our Twitter account by writing tweets and interacting on the platform Answer emails from readers Support the launch of new features and products Pitch in wherever needed We’re looking for someone who: Has a keen interest in the world of startups, indie hacking and the creator economy, and already follows developments in those communities Has experience or training as a reporter Is deeply curious and comfortable asking hard questions Is a strong researcher who enjoys digging and tracking down information that’s buried; is willing to push layers beyond a Google search to find answers Understands startup and business basics and isn’t intimidated by words and acronyms like valuation, MRR and VC-backed. Is willing and quick to learn new tools Is a problem-solver who finds and suggests solutions Is excited about learning how to grow a content brand from scratch Is comfortable with WordPress, Google Sheets and Google Docs; comfort with ConvertKit or another ESP is a bonus Has experience using Twitter Is kind, respectful, follows through on promises and meets deadlines This is a remote contract position for 15-20 hours/month. Work whenever you want and wherever you want, so long as you do the job well. (The job listing required a location, but the position is remote.) Pay is $20/hour.  While we’ve outlined our ideal candidate above, we recognize great candidates won’t meet every qualification. You don’t have to check every box to apply.   ***** About the Company Our mission at They Got Acquired is to redefine startup success by highlighting “small” exits, especially those by bootstrapped and underrepresented founders. We’re a new brand that’s still in pre-launch, with the goal of launching this fall. Our team is entirely remote.  We believe it’s possible to make a meaningful impact and reach millions of readers without working ourselves into the ground. We love this work — and we also enjoy life outside of work. Our founder is Alexis Grant , who has successfully grown several content companies, including The Write Life, a content site for writers, and The Penny Hoarder, a personal finance media brand she helped scale to 100+ employees. Before transitioning into entrepreneurship, she worked as a journalist at the Houston Chronicle and U.S. News & World Report. How to Apply Here’s the application . No resume or cover letter required. Look forward to hearing from you! Questions? alexis@TheyGotAcquired.com   *** Company: TheyGotAcquired.com All our open jobs: https://theygotacquired.com/#jobs Link to this job description: https://bit.ly/TGAAssistReporterJobDescript Application: https://forms.gle/SPpwJjVs3G2VW3Qc8   Fri, 10 Sep 2021 10:47:55 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15372653/head-of-audience-development https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15372653/head-of-audience-development New York, New York, Guardian News & Media (GNM) is the publisher of the US news website  www.theguardian.com/us , the Guardian and Observer newspapers and  www.theguardian.com  website in the UK. We're a highly regarded global news brand, owned by the Scott Trust — an arrangement that guarantees its independent voice in perpetuity. Headquartered in New York City, Guardian US, is an entirely digital operation that seeks to engage US readers by combining the Guardian's internationalist, online journalism with US voices and expertise. We are now looking for a  Head of Audience Development  to join our New York team.  Department:  Editorial Reports to:  Editor in Chief / Deputy Editor (Strategy) Normal location:  New York, NY Terms:  Permanent, full-time, News Media Guild position    The role The Guardian US seeks a collaborative, strategic and insightful leader to oversee our US audience team. The Guardian has experienced significant growth in the US and currently draws more than 50 million monthly unique visitors in America, and more than 170 million unique visitors around the world. We are looking to hire an experienced digital audience specialist with exceptional editorial judgement to build on this growth trajectory by pursuing responsible, engaged reach and finding new audiences for our journalism. This is a hands-on and highly-collaborative role that involves optimizing content and working with colleagues to build a data-informed culture throughout the newsroom.  We're particularly interested in candidates with experience and ideas that will help us diversify our audiences culturally and geographically and increase our reach among underserved communities in the US, supporting our work to create journalism and build a readership that is representative of America. This will be a core focus for the candidate and others on the team. The Guardian US is an independent, digital edition of the Guardian, but we share content with Guardian newsrooms around the world. The US audience team works closely with colleagues in the UK and Australia.   Key responsibilities  Find a wide, diverse audience for Guardian US journalism with a particular emphasis on search Manage and develop a small US audience team Oversee the digital optimization of our journalism, share expertise and work with editorial staff to spread best practices across the organization Devise and implement strategies that foster an engaged, loyal readership and grow our reach in a responsible, sustainable way  Support a culture of data-informed behaviour in the US newsroom Present and contextualize data on reach and engagement to newsroom and individual editors Identify trending stories that may present opportunities for commissioning Work with audience teams in the UK and Australia to constantly refine best practice and build the widest, most relevant global audience for all of the Guardian’s journalism Help manage relationships with platform and third-party contacts and share knowledge with the US newsroom and wider organization Work with reader revenue and marketing teams, providing insights and ideas for events, campaigns and other growth strategies Key skills & experience  At least five years’ experience working closely in or with a news team Deep understanding of audience development, distribution strategies, and search engine optimization Up-to-date knowledge of social media platforms, off-platform distribution, and internet culture  Strong writing skills and editorial judgement  Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach; the ability to build bridges across the newsroom  Experience making data-informed editorial decisions Strategy, insight and attitude are more important than any one individual skill. If you’re not sure if you have all the right skills, but you think you have the right approach, please apply   All candidates interested in applying should upload a resume and cover letter as one document. All candidates must have the right to work and live in the United States and be located in, or prepared to relocate to, the Greater New York City Area. Guardian News & Media is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, national origin or citizenship. We value and respect all differences in all people (seen and unseen) at the Guardian. We aspire to inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. This job description is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake. It summarizes the main aspects of the job but does not cover all the duties that the job holder may have to perform. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. It does not form part of your contract of employment and as your experience grows, you will be expected to broaden your tasks, suggest improvements, solve problems and enhance the effectiveness of the role. Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:29:55 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14489874/diversity-associate https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14489874/diversity-associate Fairfax, Virginia, Department: Volgenau School of Engineering Web Announcement: George Mason University Volgenau School of Engineering Diversity Associate The George Mason University Volgenau School of Engineering ( VSE ), Office of the Dean, seeks a motivated, people-oriented, and highly organized Diversity Associate to provide student-focused educational and programmatic support to the Chief Diversity Officer ( CDO ). 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 Position: The Diversity Associate will become the first supporting team member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion team, headed by the Chief Diversity Officer. This person will be integral in building the Computing and Engineering Diversity Resource Information Center ( CEDRIC ) and collaborating with academic departments and the Volgenau School of Engineering student support teams (advising, career services, and global programs). The Diversity Associate will play a critical role in the development, implementation, and management of academic support programming, leadership programming, and career development initiatives to increase the retention and graduation of undergraduate and graduate students from underrepresented racial minority groups in the Volgenau School of Engineering. Additionally, the Diversity Associate will help to build the capacity of all students as allies in a welcoming community, and will aid in the coordination of efforts to increase awareness of internal and external scholarship funding opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. The chosen candidate will support precollege recruitment and outreach for prospective engineering students as a part of ensuring access and affordability in public higher education. The Diversity Associate will serve as the school liaison to multiple stakeholders such as students, internal and external higher education colleagues, corporate partners, and alumni. The Diversity Associate will assist in development of diversity and Inclusive Excellence marketing materials and monitor social media platforms in collaboration with the Volgenau School of Engineering communications team. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Knowledge Base: Serve as a secondary subject matter expert in regards to issues around DEI in STEM higher education for VSE and university panels, committees, taskforces, and commissions; Provide student retention strategies and best practices for faculty, Engineering Living Learning Communities, student organizations, etc.; Offer connecting support to students seeking on/off campus resources as needed for their academic and personal development and success – including but not limited to scholarships, emergency housing support, mental health resources, community assets, etc. Relationship Management: Assist in the management of diverse student relationships on behalf of the CDO and the School; Support all aspects of student engagement from project design, budget management, marketing development, student leadership development, program assessment, research and identification of emerging issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion, as well as benchmarking to national standards; Setup, interact, and assist VSE cohorts as established through programming such as Break Through Tech; Interact with the full scope of the CDO's contacts, internal and external, in order to advance the CDO's mission on behalf of the School; Convene meetings and networking events as needed. Communications and Media: Draft communications on behalf of the CDO ; In concert with the marketing team, interact with Media and others to ensure best exposure for the CDO and the School; Provide back-up to the CDO on correspondence, including prioritizing items and ensuring timely responses; Assist with accurate and professional preparation of speeches, blogs, correspondence, white papers, presentations, and other materials. Background Research: Conduct research on markets, networks, competition, etc.; Evaluate data; Prepare informal reports and feedback as needed on various topics such as new initiatives, special studies, or investigations that require analysis. Special Projects: Manage and execute special projects as assigned; Work with other members of the CDO's team to ensure accuracy, coordination, and prioritization of projects; Work with other members of the CDO's team to ensure Dean's events are well conceived, managed, and executed. Required Qualifications: Knowledge of issues affecting diverse students, including issues of disparities in educational background, family education history, class, race, gender, age, disability, sexuality, and immigration status; Cultural sensitivity and humility across a spectrum of diversity broadly defined; Master's Degree with 1-2 years of relevant work experience, e.g. Bachelor's degree with 5-8 years of relevant work experience; Ability to work independently as well as part of a team; Demonstrated oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of diversity and inclusion; Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism; Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks accurately under pressure; Demonstrated advanced writing skills, the ability to proofread, and strong copy-editing skills; Excellent computer skills with working knowledge of all applications in Microsoft Office, database expertise, and e-mail and network applications; Ability to review, chart, and provide basic data analysis with Microsoft Office, Google Analytics, Qualtrics/Survey Monkey, etc.; Excellent organizational and prioritizing skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in STEM education; Experience with Engineering & Computing Diversity Societies; Experience with financial aid/scholarships/fellowships and other supports for historically marginalized groups (African American, Hispanic, Indigenous, Women, and Persons with Disabilities); Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced office; Excellent interpersonal and verbal communications skills including the ability to work effectively with and relate well to staff and external constituents at all levels of the university. Mason Engineering: The Future of Engineering is Here The Volgenau School of Engineering at George Mason University is a fast-growing force for innovation in research and education. The school boasts more than 8,600 students in 37 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs, including several first-in-the-nation offerings. Of the 250 full-time faculty who comprise the School, 90 are tenured, 50 are tenure-track, 85 are instructional faculty, and 25 are research faculty. As part of a nationally ranked research university, its research teams expended more than $60 million in sponsored research awards last year and has projects with over $400 million in current and anticipated awards. Located in the heart of Northern Virginia's technology corridor, Mason Engineering stands out for its research in many leading areas including artificial intelligence, data analytics engineering, cybersecurity engineering, biomedical imaging and devices, community-based healthcare, autonomous systems, 5G communications, systems architectures, computational biomedicine, advanced materials and manufacturing, sustainable infrastructure, and more. The School highly encourages multidisciplinary research and provides faculty with opportunities to work with other disciplines. George Mason University is the largest public research university in Virginia, with an enrollment of over 38,000 students studying in over 200 degree programs. Mason is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in a range of academic fields. It was classified as an R1 research institution in 2016 by the Carnegie Classifications of Institutes of Higher Education. Mason is located in the city of Fairfax in Northern Virginia at the doorstep of the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area, with unmatched geographical access to a number of federal agencies and national laboratories. Northern Virginia is also home to one of the largest concentrations of high-tech firms in the nation, providing excellent opportunities for interaction with industry. Fairfax is consistently rated as being among the best places to live in the country and has an outstanding local public school system. In conjunction with Amazon's decision to establish a second headquarters in Northern Virginia, the Commonwealth of Virginia announced a multi-year plan to invest in the growth of degree programs in computing, and George Mason University has committed to accelerate its plans to grow its capacity in computing and high-tech fields. Among the exciting initiatives being undertaken by the university are the launch of the Institute for Digital InnovAtion, a university think tank and incubator to serve the digital economy, and the expansion of its Arlington Campus with a planned 400,000 square foot Digital InnovAtion Building. These initiatives reflect hundreds of millions of dollars in new investment by Mason that will rapidly elevate Mason's already leading national position in computing and related areas. About Diversity and Inclusion at George 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 Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:27:40 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15285588/project-manager https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15285588/project-manager Nationwide, Starting salary:  $70,000 per year Location:  Remote (Permanent) The News Revenue Hub is looking for a task-motivated Project Manager to organize and execute our audience and membership work. This person will work closely with our member newsrooms to size up their audience development and membership needs and execute strategies that set them up for spectacular results.  This role spends half their time executing deliverables, and the other half seeking solutions that are tailored to our clients’ needs. The ideal candidate for this role will have experience with reader revenue/fundraising campaigns as well as a demonstrated understanding of audience and/or product development in a newsroom.This role can enthusiastically manage multiple projects at once and will join a team of specialists doing audience and membership development at the Hub. Duties and responsibilities include: Manage an organization’s full experience at the Hub, beginning with onboarding and then throughout the organization’s partnership with us Keep track of multiple projects with their accompanying metrics, milestones, timelines, task lists and budgets Execute audience development strategies for newsrooms.  Execute fundraising development strategies and campaign management with newsrooms. Host meetings and trainings with newsroom stakeholders, taking notes and keeping consistent meeting logs.  Have a finger on the pulse of developments taking place in the industry, including in technology, UX, and fundraising—inviting opinions from peers and sharing our point of view with our newsrooms About News Revenue Hub  We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to helping news outlets develop stronger business models. We provide a robust technology infrastructure specifically designed for journalism fundraising, along with customized strategies for audience and membership and donor development.? We work with over 60 news organizations and have had the opportunity to work on projects with big impact. Our approach to sustainability is holistic and we work closely with editors and audience strategists as we do with membership officers and fundraisers.   News Revenue Hub works with news organizations to implement fundraising models, automate time consuming processes, conduct experiments, adopt best practices, and more. Our mission is to help newsrooms achieve financial sustainability and take on the heavy lifting so our members can focus on what they do best: producing high quality journalism. About the Team The Hub is a fully remote operation built on communication, transparency, trust and respect. This role will be shaped by the News Revenue Hub team and incorporate feedback and lessons learned from our members. Your day to day work will likely include:  Interfacing with journalists, editors, and C-Suite executives representing our member newsrooms Training newsroom staff on best practices related to newsletter and product development, SEO, social media, analytics, and more Setting up analytics and reports for member newsrooms Working alongside the Sr. Audience Development Director to come up with new strategies to help our member newsrooms grow We understand that you may not have direct experience in all of these areas. In fact, our team comes from a variety of backgrounds including journalism, technology, nonprofit management and the humanities sector. But we do ask that applicants have demonstrated experience working in journalism. Additionally, we value an openness to learning and collaboration.  Learn more and apply here .  Qualifications: 3+ years of newsroom experience in audience development and/or product management roles Experience with Google Analytics required; experience with Parse.ly and other analytics suites a plus. Additional experience with Google Data Studio, advanced Excel, and Tableau also a plus.  You are a positive and strong communicator (verbal and written) and understand how to keep team members informed You have strong planning and organizational skills; certification in Agile methodology or product management a plus but not required You have excellent interpersonal skills and don’t shy away from tough conversations when required to get the job done You are entrepreneurial, good at managing your time and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment Working knowledge of project management software, such as Basecamp, a plus Tue, 17 Aug 2021 09:48:07 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15303040/product-marketing-and-communications-manager https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15303040/product-marketing-and-communications-manager Nationwide, Starting salary:  $80,000 per year Location:  Remote (Permanent) The News Revenue Hub is looking for a Product Marketing and Communications Manager who will manage the go-to-market strategy for our products including our upcoming News Revenue Engine contribution management system, as well as the ongoing positioning and marketing of our services. As a Product Marketing and Communications Manager, you possess a unique blend of business and technical savvy. You are great at managing relationships, collaborating, and influencing across a variety of organizational functions. You’re an excellent strategist, adept at planning — and importantly — executing strategy. You’re also a skilled writer who can easily synthesize information and make it easy to understand for customers, grantmakers, funders, board members, Hub leadership, and staff. Empathy and communication skills are key in this role, as you will work with many stakeholders. Key Responsibilities  Product Marketing  Oversee execution of the go-to-market strategy for new Hub products, such as:  Technology tools including the contribution management system used by our current customers A scalable, self-serve contribution management system that we intend to offer in 2022 Consulting services and future technology offerings Collaborate with leadership, consultants and other stakeholders to ensure that key strategies and priorities are reflected in all product marketing.  Work with leadership and other stakeholders to develop product pricing. Communicate with clients about product rollouts and get client feedback.  Develop methodologies to measure success according to board and leadership recommendations. Ongoing Marketing and Communications  Develop and execute Hub newsletters geared toward different audiences, such as self-serve users, consulting customers, partners, funders, all-around fans, and other constituents.  Oversee drafting and publishing of annual and quarterly reports and other research reports. Work with Director of Client Advancement to gather and share Hub success stories, internally and externally, calling out clients by name when they get wins.  Pitch media and build new audiences for our achievements and leadership. Oversee our social media channels; establish a presence that stands out and reinforces our role as industry leaders.  Keep a finger on the pulse of our competition; develop and execute strategies to keep our edge. Requirements Solid organizational and project management skills, with proven ability to execute a plan and take your project across the finish line.  Strong writing and communications skills. Proven work experience in product management; product marketing; user experience; or communications; passion about building products that serve the common good. Strong analytical and synthesis skills, including the ability to absorb and process input into actionable information. Ability to gather and use data to drive decision-making.  Proven ability to develop product strategies and sell your recommendations to leadership, engineering, and business development. Excellent people- and collaboration skills; it’s in your nature to want to interact with staff, colleagues, cross-functional teams and third parties. Proficient in tools such as Jira, Confluence, Trello, Basecamp. Salesforce is helpful. Experience with products related to nonprofit fundraising, grassroots marketing, email marketing, online subscriptions/paywalls, is helpful. Experience in software development and web technologies is helpful. Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:34:58 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15307635/deputy-product-director-c-en https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15307635/deputy-product-director-c-en Washington, D.C., We are seeking a talented product professional to lead C&EN Product, a cross functional team that draws from our editorial, audience, creative (design/UX), engineering, operations, and revenue teams. 1.  Lead C&EN Product, a 13-person cross-functional team that draws from our editorial, audience, creative (design/UX), engineering, operations, and revenue teams. Drive product strategy, research, and development efforts across C&EN’s newsroom, ensuring that all of our digital news products delight and enlighten and sustain our business. 2. Oversee product research at C&EN, maintaining our standing user group (C&EN Reader Lab) and managing a contract UX researcher to produce user insights and feedback that can guide the design and development of our news products. 3. Manage product portfolio to track complete product lifecycle; define product analytics needs to help guide strategy. 4. Work with senior stakeholders from across C&EN to build out and monitor progress on its annual roadmap. 5.  Promote product strategy and ownership by defining and implementing product roadmaps for flagship C&EN products in collaboration with those products’ individual product owners. 6. Oversee project management at C&EN, maintaining project management documentation and managing a project manager responsible for bringing ambitious journalism projects to life. 7. Facilitate interactions between units to mitigate risks and remove obstacles that would delay project completion A college degree is required; experience working in journalism and/or product management is desirable. 2. Experience creating or managing digital news product portfolios--bonus points if they were for a scientific audience 3. Strong understanding of product thinking methodology, including product management tools (Asana, Airtable, etc) and shared product documentation 4. Experience managing complex projects on deadline 5. Proven skill in collaborating with and communicating between distributed teams. 6. Excellent communication and presentation skills 7. A collaborative, consensus-building approach 8. Experience working with our digital platform (Adobe Experience Manager) and/or our digital magazine/app platform (Pugpig) would be a plus Sat, 21 Aug 2021 23:51:24 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15372784/senior-political-reporter https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15372784/senior-political-reporter Washington, D.C., Guardian News & Media (GNM) is the publisher of the US news website  www.theguardian.com/us , the Guardian and Observer newspapers and  www.theguardian.com  website in the UK. We're a highly regarded global news brand, owned by the Scott Trust — an arrangement that guarantees its independent voice in perpetuity. Headquartered in New York City, Guardian US, is an entirely digital operation that seeks to engage US readers by combining the Guardian's internationalist, online journalism with US voices and expertise.   Title:  Senior political reporter Reports to:  Head of News  Terms:  Permanent, full-time, News Media Guild position Location:  Washington DC     The Guardian’s Washington DC bureau expertly covers American politics for a global audience, through urgent news, impactful features, enterprise coverage and investigative reporting, focusing on the Guardian’s editorial priorities of power and equity.  Donald Trump may not be in office but American politics remains a compelling and vital issue for communities and audiences in the US and across the world. The Democratic party is split between left and centrists and the Republicans have embraced Trumpism and an anti-Democratic agenda. Meanwhile, US institutions look increasingly outdated and unable to meet the challenge of a changing America. Our political coverage seeks to make these themes relatable to the widest possible audience while also reporting on the American communities that government policies impact, listening to the voices of people too often kept out of the conversation. This is a senior political reporting role based in Washington DC. It will include extensive reporting for the 2022 midterms and 2024 presidential election as well as wider coverage of US politics for an international audience.  It includes daily news, analysis, occasional liveblogging, news features, interviews, multimedia material and work for non-news sections as required.  Key responsibilities Report on one of the most electric political environments in recent history for both a national and international audience To work across news, news features, interviews and analysis Work with other correspondents, both in the US and elsewhere, on joint reporting projects Write or record for the Guardian across text, audio and film Identify themes and topics that can distinguish Guardian political journalism from the standard horserace reporting Write regular news features and occasional longer-form pieces that bring the context and characters of US politics to life for a global audience To report from, and beyond, DC to record the real life impact of politics on people across the country Break news and bring in exclusive stories on US political coverage and international news with US angles Work with the Guardian US news desk (NY) and the Washington bureau chief to identify and develop the best possible angles and stories Skills & experience Excellent writing, communication and research skills Track record of shaping original stories and having strong contacts Resourceful, tenacious and proactive Speed and accuracy Team player Flexible and adaptable All candidates interested in applying should upload a resume and cover letter as one document. All candidates must have the right to work and live in the United States and be located, or prepared to relocate, to the Washington DC area.        Guardian News & Media is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, national origin or citizenship. We value and respect all differences in all people (seen and unseen) at the Guardian. We aspire to inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. This job description is a guide to the work you will initially be required to undertake. It summarizes the main aspects of the job but does not cover all the duties that the job holder may have to perform. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. It does not form part of your contract of employment and as your experience grows, you will be expected to broaden your tasks, suggest improvements, solve problems and enhance the effectiveness of the role. Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:28:13 -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/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/15400002/newsroom-success-manager https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15400002/newsroom-success-manager Arlington, Virginia, The American Press Institute seeks to hire a Newsroom Success Manager to join our team that runs Metrics for News , an innovative custom analytics program that helps publishers practice audience-centered journalism by better understanding their audiences and what drives engagement. Our team helps publishers create smarter, more data-driven content strategies that align with their editorial mission and support their business goals.  This role is an integral part of a close-knit team that runs Metrics for News. It involves monitoring and ensuring the success of our partner newsrooms and helping the newsrooms use data to discover journalism and business insights about audience engagement. It also involves customizing and delivering training for newsroom staff as well as facilitating cohorts of newsrooms that work on similar audience-related challenges. The person in this job helps to share best practices and lessons from newsrooms by writing about success stories from our partners that will be shared publicly. Our team also recently launched a program for source diversity tracking called Source Matters, which integrates with Metrics for News, and this person may pursue opportunities to support newsrooms in serving more-diverse audiences by diversifying their sources and coverage. This job is well suited for someone who likes to learn about audiences and how to better serve them, dig into analytics to discover what works and what doesn’t, and train journalists on how to use data to inform editorial decisions, support business strategies and larger organizational goals. It’s also an excellent role for people who enjoy developing resources to support newsroom content strategies, writing public reports about how analytics can transform a beat/team/newsroom, and speaking publicly about how newsrooms can use data to support their editorial priorities and mission. This role is highly consultative and collaborative. You will work with reporters, editors, audience and analytics teams at newsrooms big and small across the country. You will help them focus on their audiences through analytics and community surveys. You will train teams to discover what works and what doesn’t in their journalism, helping them navigate their analytics and consulting on content strategy. If you like developing strategy, learning about audiences and empowering newsrooms to think differently, this job is for you.  The Newsroom Success Manager will report to the Director of Metrics for News and will have high visibility with the executive team. Ideal candidates for this job must be collaborative, excellent communicators and creative team players and excel at keeping track of multiple projects and meeting deadlines.   The key functions and responsibilities of this job include: Be the primary point of contact with partner news organizations for consulting and data analysis. Lead and customize training programs for participating partners.  Lead and develop future coaching cohorts with the Metrics for News team for newsrooms working on similar challenges.  Train partner news organizations on how to analyze Metrics for News data to spot significant insights into what kinds of news readers are most engaged with. Develop training resources to support newsroom efforts in content strategy and audience engagement. Execute online surveys of people who live in partner news organizations’ local communities. Analyze community survey results to spot significant themes. Write public reports with the Metrics for News team to summarize the lessons and transformations produced by news organizations who use our program. Willingness and ability to travel to visit partner news organizations for training and consulting, when and if it is safe to do so. Employment details We encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+ people and people with disabilities. We also know there are excellent candidates who might not have all the skills and experience that we have outlined. If that describes you, please apply and tell us about yourself and share your ideas for this role. You may be the ideal candidate. This is a full-time position with a salary between $65,000 and $80,000 commensurate with skills and experience, and the following benefits: 20 days of paid time off, plus major holidays (9 per year) Medical, dental and vision benefits 401(k) plan with a generous matching policy Medical and/or dependent flexible spending plan Paid parental leave available Employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term insurance policies Pre-tax mass transit plan Professional development opportunities (for example, conference attendance or stipends for course enrollment) API’s main office is located in Arlington, VA. Candidates may work remotely, or from API’s office if they live in or are willing to relocate to the Washington, D.C., area. Remote candidates should be willing to travel to the API main office for occasional meetings — typically trips of 2-3 days every 6-8 weeks — once it is thoroughly safe for employees to return to the physical office. To apply : Email a resume, a letter explaining your qualifications and desire for this role, and any relevant samples of writing or research, to jobs@pressinstitute.org. Please mention “API newsroom success manager” in the subject line so we can direct your application to the right people.   Applications should be submitted as soon as possible. About the American Press Institute The American Press Institute advances an innovative and sustainable news industry by helping publishers understand and engage audiences, grow revenue, improve public-service journalism, and succeed at organizational change. The American Press Institute is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit educational organization affiliated with the News Media Alliance. It works with and draws on the best ideas from anyone working in news publishing and journalism and anyone interested in its mission of making journalism sustainable. Skills desired Candidates for this job should have: Professional experience directing or shaping content strategies, as an editor, audience development role, or other related roles in news organizations. This person should understand news judgment, beat reporting, journalism principles, and the full scope of editorial decision-making factors beyond just audience data. Familiarity with audience analytics programs for publishers, such as Metrics for News, Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, Chartbeat, etc. Familiarity with audience engagement work, such as how to reach new audiences and how to analyze audience data to develop insights for news coverage. Excellent critical thinking and analysis skills, with the ability to separate meaningful signals and patterns from data, and to put data insights in context with other human and business factors that influence decisions. Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to present sometimes complex information in a clear and engaging way. Ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with partners and colleagues. Organizational skills to manage several projects at a time. Familiarity with a cohort coaching experience (leading a group of people or organizations in a shared process) is desired but not required. Experience expected Minimum 5 years experience in relevant fields of journalism, analytics or change management Experience in analytical roles analyzing data to extract insights and recommending actions Experience conducting workshop-style in-person or online training Experience constructing and analyzing surveys (particularly using Survey Monkey) is a plus Experience working in a news organization is required Wed, 08 Sep 2021 16:24:31 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14746109/director-of-strategic-communications https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14746109/director-of-strategic-communications Washington, D.C., Provide leadership and direction in the management of the Communications and Marketing strategies of APHA.  Responsible for planning, managing, expanding and implementing communications and marketing strategies of APHA, including but not limited to: Directing a comprehensive communications program that promotes APHA and the public health profession; providing collaborative oversight to marketing and subscription programs to elevate the APHA brand and enhance engagement and revenue.  Provide a collaborative oversight to marketing, advertising and subscription programs to elevate the APHA brand and enhance engagement and revenue.   Communications and media relations : Develop and direct public relations, media relations and communications programs designed to support APHA’s public policy agenda and to enhance the image, prestige and profile of APHA and the public health profession.  Collaborate with APHA operating units to ensure that programs and services receive appropriate recognition from target audiences.  Maintain and grow relationships with media contacts who cover public health.  Schedule and participate in media interviews and respond to media requests.  Plan and implement strategies, campaigns and events to attract media attention, including activities for APHA, the Annual Meeting, National Public Health Week, the Get Ready campaign and APHA publications.  Alert key media to urgent public health-related policy and legislative activity.  Write, edit and disseminate timely press materials, including news releases, op-eds and letters-to-the-editor.  Direct media and public relations program for the American Journal of Public Health (AJPH). Publications, Web and branding : Oversee content development and strategy for APHA website and Web properties through Sitecore, APHA’s content management system.  Oversee publication, distribution and marketing of The Nation’s Health newspaper, and its range of formats, including its online news service.  Oversee production and dissemination of organizational e-newsletters, including Inside Public Health.  Promote, maintain and ensure adoption of APHA brand platform and guidelines across all organizational units internally and externally.   Marketing, advertising and social media: Oversee APHA’s online strategies, including integration of existing tools to achieve better engagement and development of new media initiatives.  Work collaboratively with relevant departments on marketing of all APHA products.  Direct e-marketing activities and coordination of communications via Informz, APHA’s CRM platform.  Oversee advertising for all APHA publications including AJPH, Nation’s Health, webpage, and other opportunities.  Lead Social Media Team and strategy.  Perform other duties as assigned for the Unit.  The position will supervise the following positions: Executive Editor, The Nation's Health/Deputy Director-Communications; Deputy Director-Marketing, Deputy Director of Digital Content and Communications Specialist/Environmental Health. Bachelor’s degree as a minimum, Master’s degree a plus. A minimum of 10 years progressively responsible experience and familiarity with policy-oriented public relations and organizational communications and marketing are required.  Must be able to understand legislative and regulatory issues impacting APHA and its members and be able to interpret these issues to a variety of audiences.  Facile with new and social media and how to maximize opportunity to share information broadly.  Knowledge of video and podcast production techniques and their use with other interactive media.  Knowledge of techniques to engage association members, supporters, the media and the public in media activities.  Demonstrable skills at data utilization, the use of media metrics to measure impact and media performance.   Proven skills at engaging and teaching association staff members in using the best strategies to further message development and dissemination.  Previous experience with a membership association or other nonprofit advocacy organization desirable, health-related a plus.  Familiarity with website content management systems, preferably Sitecore; association management tools, preferably iMIS; constituent relationship management systems, preferably Informz.  Journalism/public relations, publications and marketing experience and fluency in social media necessary.  Strong initiative and creativity, and superior writing and editing skills necessary.  Ability to work with others as a team player.  Must be willing to work after business hours, including weekends and travel to the Annual Meeting and staff APHA related meetings as needed.  Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Position is based in downtown DC near several metro stations.  Hours: 35 hours a week, full-time, Mon- Fri. (daytime).  Number of openings: 1. Applicants who meet the requirements and are interested in being considered for this position should submit the following information (please include your last name in all filenames when uploading materials.  You should use this format: LastName.CoverLetter) at : https://careers-apha.icims.com . Cover letter; Resume; A writing sample; Salary requirement; At least 2 supervisory references and 1 professional reference (name, title, company name and phone number and email).   CLOSING DATE:          Open Until Filled   EEO/AA/VETS/DISABILITY.  APHA is strongly and actively committed to diversity in its workplace. APHA offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Wed, 28 Apr 2021 17:58:44 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15286057/director-of-digital-content-wusa-washington-dc https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15286057/director-of-digital-content-wusa-washington-dc Washington, D.C., We’re looking for a visionary news leader who understands rich/unique/local news local news content and distribution on multiple platforms and can lead for the future. The  Director of Digital Content for WUSA, TEGNA’s Flagship CBS station in Washington, D.C., will serve as a member of the station management team and lead the publication and distribution of engaging, compelling content across multiple platforms. Must be expert at leading a team, training varying levels of digital/social/distribution to perform at the highest level and implementing exceptional, engaged content on digital properties.  This includes, but is not limited to: breaking news coverage, special project content, franchise support, social media, text/email updates/alerts/contests, and various digital revenue products available to our audience on wusa9.com, mobile apps, social and voice platforms, and more.  Works closely with the News Director to prioritize and set short and long-term goals and serves as primary liaison for digital sales and marketing project implementation.  Must be a team player dedicated to continuous improvement, staff engagement and driven to perform at a superior level.  This person will play a key role in charting the station’s digital content and growth strategy. The ideal candidate is more than an analytics junkie. You must love to lead and provide feedback to a team hungry to win.   In this role, you will: Manage the digital content team in both news and programming and lead digital strategy to grow multi-platform content, audience, and engagement Be the voice of innovation in the newsroom and inspire others to follow your lead Lead our content teams to develop workflows that deliver our content 24/7 across current and future platforms with storytelling that is optimized for each screen Analyze and actively use data and metrics to inform editorial and strategic decisions and to create accountability for results Actively partner with the news director and marketing director to create three-screen synergy (TV, digital, mobile) around station content and campaigns Oversee all station efforts in social media including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and other emerging platforms. Lead the content team in identifying new content types and innovative technologies that help us reach and serve new audiences Create unique, engaging, and shareable content Be a resource for Sales in its content generation and digital sponsorship efforts Teach, coach, and mentor our content teams in best practices for writing and producing content for digital and social platforms Skillfully use social media and digital tools to research, discover and distribute content Collaborate with content leaders across TEGNA to maximize the sharing of our content and to leverage innovation and best practices among stations Hold newsroom employees accountable to TEGNA’s ethical and editorial standards Here’s what you need: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or equivalent experience in the field 7-10 years of content experience, including at least 2-3 years managing other digital journalists Solid journalistic judgment and a news philosophy that emphasizes accurate, fair and unique local content, along with community engagement A deep understanding of SEO best practices for articles, images, and video Ability to calmly handle live, breaking news situations and the ability to deal with the rapid pace of news Knowledge of online CMS and news production systems along with social newsgathering tools like CrowdTangle and Social News Desk Experience analyzing audience data and identifying behavioral trends. Google Analytics experience, a must Passion and vision for emerging media Strong organizational, leadership and communication skills Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Familiarity with the Washington, D.C. area and/or a reason to relocate here, a plus Tue, 17 Aug 2021 14:37:58 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15340905/food-editor-nosh https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15340905/food-editor-nosh Berkeley/Oakland, California, Cityside, the nonprofit local news organization that publishes Berkeleyside and The Oaklandside, is looking for a first-rate, full-time food editor to run its award-winning, highly popular coverage of the East Bay food scene, which is published under the Nosh brand. Nosh, launched in 2012 and published on two platforms, Berkeleyside and The Oaklandside, is well known for its compelling blend of lively news, thoughtful feature stories, and guides on the vibrant food and drink scene in Berkeley, Oakland and nearby East Bay communities. Its reporting helps readers discover new restaurants and rediscover spots that have been serving the community for decades. It tells the stories of the entrepreneurs, chefs and workers behind the eateries, bars, food trucks and corner stores we love so much, and reports on how the economics of the food business and the decisions of policymakers impact food workers and diners. Nosh does not shy away from reporting about the dark side of the food business, such as wage theft and sexual harassment. Nosh is also community minded: during the pandemic, Nosh helped its readers support workers and restaurant owners struggling because of the shutdown. Nosh goes beyond the shiny and the new to deliver inclusive, equitable reporting at the neighborhood level that uses food as a window into distinct immigrant experiences and highlights wider societal issues. Its reporting not only keeps readers informed and inspired; it connects them to their communities and helps them enjoy the cities in which they live.   Nosh has a loyal following and readers tell us regularly how valuable, enjoyable and useful they find its reporting.   The job is based in the Bay Area. The deadline for applications is Sept. 20, 2021.  Apply for this position. Responsibilities Lead and orchestrate food coverage across Berkeleyside and The Oaklandside. Stay on top of the latest happenings and trends in the East Bay food scene through close monitoring of the space, maintaining a roster of plugged-in contributors, and cultivating sources within the industry Work closely with the editors and news teams at Berkeleyside and The Oaklandside to ensure both platforms are publishing stories that align with their mission and resonate with their readers Advise and guide staff reporters working on food-related coverage Write, with flair and accuracy, about the latest news in the local food scene Cultivate and nurture a top-notch roster of freelance contributors, assigning and editing their stories. Supervise the Nosh story budget, planning for and mapping out future coverage.  Write and edit the (currently twice-weekly) Nosh newsletter  Take ownership  of Nosh’s social media Prepare stories for publication using WordPress. Maintain Nosh’s high standard of visual journalism by working with excellent local photographers and videographers Be responsible for growing and diversifying the Nosh audience and audience engagement, across the Nosh platforms, including the web, email and social media. This will be done in collaboration with Cityside’s audience development head and our partners at News Revenue Hub. What you’ll need to succeed 4+ years of experience of editing and writing about food, preferably in the Bay Area Demonstrable editing and writing chops A passion for food and the food business and understanding of how food underpins community. A vision of how to best serve our audiences that aligns with our mission. A creative and open-minded approach to how Nosh can fulfill its mission and reach a wide range of audiences. Preference to be based in the East Bay An ability to do regular on-the-ground reporting and scouting on the East Bay food scene  How we’ll support you Top-notch in-house mentorship and a transparent internal review and feedback process $1,000 in support each year for conferences and training   We offer a salary of $90,000, health plan (including dental and vision), four weeks of paid leave and a 401(k) match. Who we are Cityside 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 18:59:55 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14872588/admin-services-coordinator https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14872588/admin-services-coordinator Iowa City, Iowa, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Department of Geographical and Sustainability Sciences Administrative Services Coordinator/Academic and Office Administrator The University of Iowa Department of Geographical and Sustainability Sciences is seeking an Administrative Services Coordinator who will serve as the primary undergraduate studies and outreach coordinator and provide academic and administrative support to the Department, the departmental executive officer, the administrator, faculty and students. Key responsibilities include: Maintain undergraduate student records on MyUI and MAUI, including updating student lists Track and analyze department data to create spreadsheets, reports, and presentation materials related to enrollment, curriculum, programs of study, and other topics as needed. Authorize student registration for courses that need special permission and approve add/drop forms. Assist Director of Undergraduate Studies, particularly in the preparation and maintenance of the general catalog, scheduling of courses, classroom scheduling, and curriculum management. Manage all social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) and update with news, information, and events in the department. Create and update marketing materials (digital and print) for the department; including course posters, event posters, speaker presentations, rack cards, outreach material, and brochures. For additional job details and to apply please visit and access requisition # 21002551. The Department and the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences are strongly committed to diversity; the strategic plans of the University and College reflect this commitment. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Education Required: A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Required Qualifications: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. Must be able to prioritize tasks. Must be proficient in computer software applications (eg. Excel and Publisher) and web maintenance. Desirable Qualifications: Some (6 months - 1 year) administrative experience is highly desirable Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work as a team is highly desirable. Experience with graphic design, including Canva and Adobe InDesign, is highly desirable. Knowledge of, or experience with UI Workflow is desirable. Some knowledge of University policies, procedures and regulations is desirable. Application Details: In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter and mark them as a "relevant file" to the submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and export control screening. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Sun, 23 May 2021 03:57:46 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14516915/science-communications-manager https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14516915/science-communications-manager New York, New York, Job Type: Officer of Administration Bargaining Unit: Regular/Temporary: Regular End Date if Temporary: Hours Per Week: 35 Salary Range: Commensurate with experience   Position Summary Columbia's Mortimer B. Zuckerman Mind Brain Behavior Institute brings together world-class scientists to transform our understanding of the brain and mind. We are conducting pioneering research into how the brain develops, performs, endures and recovers. From effective treatments for disorders like Alzheimer's and autism to advances in fields as fundamental as computer science, the arts, economics, and social policy, the potential impact for humanity is staggering. Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Science Communications Manager drives public understanding of neuroscience and digital engagement to promote the extraordinary research at the Zuckerman Institute. The incumbent will develop compelling news and feature stories and other content to explain complex science with clarity, veracity and editorial sophistication for a science-curious public. The successful candidate will have a breadth of experience using digital strategies and media relations to engage non-expert audiences and bring creativity, innovation and energy to the role. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented science writer/reporter with a demonstrated ability and desire to engage the media and online audiences. Responsibilities Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Identify, write and promote dynamic print, web and newsletter content to explore and explain the work of Zuckerman Institute scientists and programming. Craft and execute tailored communications and media relations strategies to amplify the work of the Institute. Draft and edit news releases, press materials, talking points and other content for a range of internal and external audiences. Pitch and report incisive stories that are timely and relevant to non-experts. Manage social media accounts and promote shareable, authentic content, incorporating SEO expertise and strong editorial judgment. Cultivate relationships with reporters and pitch stories to the media. Proactively identify publicity opportunities to earn coverage in influential media outlets. Curate and manage the website, bringing an imaginative and strategic vision to maximize our impact on various digital platforms. The development of quantitative and qualitative strategies to assess targeted audience growth and engagement will be an important aspect of the position. Establish and maintain strong professional relationships with Columbia faculty (including Nobel laureates), administration and colleagues across different departments and the university. Engage public information officers from partner institutions to amplify and coordinate media and promotion efforts. Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree and a minimum of four years of related experience is required.   Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in the sciences preferred/advanced degree in science journalism or three-to five-years experience (in-depth understanding of neuroscience will be essential for these candidates). Experience working as at a research institution or university preferred. The ability to frame stories and issues for the press and a sophisticated understanding of science as it relates to contemporary issues and debates. Experience with Drupal or related content management systems; experience using Google analytics to track viewership and as a basis to inform digital strategy is preferred. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva or other digital and design programs preferred. Exceptional attention to editorial detail. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, a sense of humor, and a commitment to teamwork. Must be flexible, organized, and capable of performing multiple tasks. The successful candidate must be flexible in nature, have a sound judgment with a collaborative style that fosters teamwork and cooperation beyond the immediate team to the broader organization. Must have a passion for excellent customer service and commitment to exceptional quality. Other Requirements Please attach two (2) writing samples to the application. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents. Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:42:24 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15286370/communications-lead https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/15286370/communications-lead Nationwide, Title: Communications Lead Reports to: VP of Network Strategy Position type: Full-time Location: U.S.-based, remote from anywhere in the U.S. Exempt or Non-Exempt (Salaried or Hourly): Exempt Compensation Range: $80,000-110,000 Benefits: 100% premiums covered by SJN for medical insurance, access to dental and vision insurance, 20 days paid vacation, 3 floating personal days, 6 sick days, 8 paid holidays, the last week of December off, a technology stipend, and funds for professional development Applications due: Tuesday August 24, 5 pm ET Interviews: Sept 7 - 10 Start Date: Oct 4 - 11 BACKGROUND: Are you a dynamic storyteller, culture shifter and media expert eager to develop and implement communications strategies to transform journalism at the global level? If so, read on! Since 2013, the Solutions Journalism Network (SJN) has worked to legitimize and spread solutions journalism — rigorous reporting that examines not just problems, but also effective efforts to respond to them — in order to rebalance the news. We’ve made a strong case for how and why audiences and society benefit when solutions journalism is integrated into the news — and we’ve had real success. We’ve worked with over 500 news organizations and 20,000 individual journalists and, based on growing demand for our work, currently staff are working across the United States as well as in Africa and Europe. Around the world, solutions reporting is being adopted by news organizations because it increases audience trust and engagement, sharpens accountability and can open up new sources of revenue. Today we believe it is more urgent than ever that we take bold action and significantly broaden our reach. Building on our foundational work with newsrooms, we are embarking upon an ambitious new strategy aimed at advancing a system-level change across the field of journalism, in which strong communications will play a critical role. Working with a core group of journalists, educators and allies, we aim to engage tens of thousands more along with hundreds of news organizations in a movement to ensure ready access to news that is informed by solutions reporting. Our vision of success is sweeping but achievable. With broad adoption of solutions journalism, we envision an increase in society’s capacity to solve problems, widespread reach of more complete and accurate coverage, advances in fairness and equity in reporting and a public that is actively involved in the stories being told about their communities. Central to SJN’s success will be our ability to communicate a clear and compelling vision for a better future for journalism, one that resonates with journalists, educators and audiences alike and inspires and invites them to engage in meaningful ways to drive the transformation in news that the world needs now. ROLE DESCRIPTION: As Communications Lead you will play a central role that is essential to the success of SJN’s mission. You will be responsible for leading communications that provide an exciting vision for a better future for journalism and invite people to join in its creation. You will collaborate closely with SJN’s staff and partners to identify and disseminate compelling solutions journalism ideas, examples and stories that build awareness and enthusiasm among partners and network members across the globe, helping them deepen their journalistic skills and creativity. In this role, which will include a good share of strategic work but be anchored in execution, you will amplify insights about the impact of solutions journalism in newsrooms and communities, designing communication tools and strategies that can advance a new sense of possibility about how news can work better to improve the world. Within SJN, you will strengthen and coordinate messaging across a range of communications functions, including SJN’s website, newsletters, press releases, blog posts, social media and more. While SJN is grounded in a traditional non-profit organizational model, we are shifting to a more team-centric, decentralized structure. You will work closely with the team at SJN that secures financial support for the organization so that we can work effectively with local and national philanthropic funders to help them appreciate both the vital role they play today in supporting independent, high-quality journalism and the value of the solutions journalism approach to surface and share problem solving insights for society. As Communications Lead, you will: - Design a strategic communications plan for the organization, ensuring that the plan addresses the need for equitable cross cultural communication - Work with the network strategy team to determine and communicate the organization’s broader communications goals - Work with staff members to tell powerful stories that resonate with SJN’s myriad audiences - Collaborate with partners and SJN’s impact team to tell the story of the impact of solutions journalism - Surface and disseminate stories from across our network that showcase the transformation solutions journalism can bring to newsrooms and communities - Bring consistency and unified purpose to SJN’s public-facing communications--in voice, content and design--including our website, social media, newsletters, blog, and teaching resources - Define and track relevant communication-related metrics to help inform our approach - With the Online Engagement Manager and others, highlight the work of SJN’s initiatives, products, and programs to distribute knowledge, activate network members and build community - Advise and execute on content creation including publications, reports, videos, and social media, and ensure alignment with overall strategic goals - Conceptualize and oversee all aspects of SJN’s annual report - Manage SJN’s contract copy editor Does this sound like your calling? We hope so: We’re an energetic, ambitious and fun bunch, and we’re seeking great people to join us as we embark upon a purposeful pivot toward much-needed change in journalism. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: - Strong strategic thinker who understands how to effectively incorporate data and analytics into their work - Problem-solving orientation and an appetite for experimentation - Storytelling in support of a compelling vision for how solutions journalism can build a better, more equitable media ecosystem and world - Experience cultivating relationships, partnering on projects and working closely with colleagues and stakeholders across the broader media industry - Commitment to centering equity in all aspects of the work - Clear and powerful oral and written communicator with strong editing and proofreading skills - Fluency in written and spoken Spanish a plus - Adept with digital, visual and social media - Demonstrated ability in taking initiative and working independently - Operate as a proactive and highly collaborative team player - Excellent organizational and process skills - Effective judgment, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills - Disciplined, focused and able to navigate ambiguity effectively Do you have skills or experience that we haven’t thought of that would bring meaning to this role? Tell us how. We welcome a broad range of applicants. The salary will be determined, within the range of $80,000-110,000, based on level of experience. Equity, Justice, Diversity and Inclusion at SJN means a workplace where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, respected and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each person’s talents and strengths. Diversity of perspective, identity and experience are important to us. We aim to reflect and serve the whole of society, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to seek employment. We make all employment decisions, however, without regard to race, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other factors protected by federal, state or local law. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Eva Blanc ( eva@solutionsjournalism.org ). Timeline: Applications due: Tuesday August 24, 5 pm ET Interviews: Sept 7 - 10 Start Date: Oct 4 - 11 If you've read this job description and have questions, please proceed to the application link for our application FAQs Tue, 17 Aug 2021 18:30:56 -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. Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:42:24 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14320252/jr-research-scientist-program-assistant-for-advocacy https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14320252/jr-research-scientist-program-assistant-for-advocacy New York,, Scholars at Risk is seeking a highly-organized and team-oriented individual to join Scholars at Risk as a Program Assistant for Advocacy. The Program Assistant plays a key role within SAR's Advocacy team, which conducts researches, reports on, and responds to attacks on scholars, students, and higher education communities worldwide. The position requires attention to detail and excellent research, organizational, and writing skills. It is ideal for a proactive individual who takes initiative with conducting research, drafting reports, and handling administrative responsibilities. The position also requires timely and professional communication, including with partners, SAR and NYU staff, and the public. The Program Assistant will be encouraged to handle increasing responsibility for these and other activities as appropriate. The position reports primarily to SAR's Senior Program Officer for Advocacy and works closely with Advocacy and other staff. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES 70% - Research and reporting on attacks on higher education Research, track, and advocate for cases for SAR's Scholar-in-Prison Project : Conduct intake assessment for new potential cases, including extensive research on country conditions, the scholar's academic field and history, and human rights concerns in the country Based on SAR research, draft online alerts, letters of appeal, press releases, and public statements on behalf of Scholar-in-Prison cases With Advocacy staff, develop short- and long-term advocacy strategy for Scholar-in-Prison cases Draft and prepare case materials for partners seeking to conduct advocacy, including SAR sections and Student Advocacy Seminar faculty and students, and suggest and develop new materials where needed Maintain Scholar-in-Prison content management system and case files Research, draft, and circulate reports for SAR's Academic Freedom Monitoring Project : Conduct a daily media monitoring scan of higher education and human rights news to identify potential incidents of attacks on higher education, and update staff on developments in the media Research and draft summary reports on attacks on higher education communities for SAR's Monitoring Project Circulate published monitoring reports to press contacts, over social media, and on SAR's website Draft, set up, and disseminate Advocacy alerts, newsletters, and other e-blasts 'Draft and circulate Advocacy content for SAR's social media platforms Organize and prepare Advocacy mailing content, including for the annual Free to Think report dissemination 30% - Related operations and program administration Regularly review and update print and online materials in coordination with other staff Manage website updates, and proactively identify and fix website errors and inefficiencies Maintain Advocacy contacts in content management system Research appropriate partners for and provide support for planning of Advocacy events, including the annual Free to Think report launch(es) Research potential speakers for and serve as SAR's primary contact for planning Student Advocacy Day, an annual event organized in partnership with Student Advocacy Seminars Manage Advocacy-related expenses through SAR's Emergency Fund Provide other administrative support to Advocacy and SAR staff, including ordering Advocacy materials, as needed COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: This is a full-time, at-will position on an open-ended term, subject to program priorities, exemplary performance and availability of funds. The position offers a salary comparable to similar positions at peer organizations in the human rights/NGO field. Scholars at Risk in an independent not-for-profit corporation hosted at New York University (NYU). SAR staff are NYU employees seconded to SAR. As seconded NYU employees, staff are eligible for NYU employee benefits, including generous vacation leave and holidays; medical, dental, vision and life insurance options; and retirement benefits (all subject to terms established by NYU as described at https://www.nyu.edu/employees/benefit.html ).   Undergraduate degree required Exceptional attention to detail, initiative, and problem-solving abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills Experience with non-profits in international education and/or human rights desirable Familiarity with other languages desirable Social media, WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop) experience desirable PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY (no phone calls or email inquiries, please) by emailing in a single document: (1) a letter of interest, (2) resume, (3) list of references or letters of reference, and (4) a brief, unedited writing sample. Please use Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:31:18 -0400 https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14793300/director-of-media-relations https://careers.journalists.org/jobs/rss/14793300/director-of-media-relations Greensboro, North Carolina, Description: The Director of Media Relations will be responsible for leading the planning and execution of a strategic media and public relations strategy aligned with the brand objectives and strategic vision of the university as determined by the Associate Vice Chancellor of University Relations. The Director of Media Relations will manage both internal and external resources to ensure that all day-to-day programs are executed with excellence. The director will cultivate and sustain relationships with national, regional, local and specialty media. This individual will proactively identify and pursue news stories that demonstrate N.C. A&T State University's strategic vision and leadership attributes in the higher education industry, as well as other topics that advance its relationships with key stakeholders. Working in partnership with university leadership and the Associate Vice Chancellor for University Relations, the director will regularly strategize, develop and execute proactive and reactive media engagement activities with top-tier specialty media in addition to important national, state, regional and local outlets. The director will explore public relations opportunities by leveraging social media channels and converting university goals and strategy into actionable and effective media and public relations. The director will be an effective storyteller, producing stories for the web and electronic newsletters in addition to executive-level communications such as presentations, speeches, op-eds, letters and blog posts as required. Primary Function of Organizational Unit: The Office of University Relations is administered under the Office of the Chancellor of North Carolina A&T State University. University Relations is the central communications office for North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University that is responsible for marketing, branding, crisis communications, media relations and other major elements of identification and communications for the university. The office works with colleges/schools and units across the university to promote news, information and events that align with the institution's strategic priorities and brand positioning. North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is one of America's highly respected universities, focused on interdisciplinary research, creative scholarship, exemplary undergraduate and graduate instruction, and community service and engagement. North Carolina A&T State University is one of seventeen institutions of The University of North Carolina System and is a Land-Grant and Tue, 14 Sep 2021 03:10:12 -0400