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RADIO NEWS REPORTER/PRODUCER - RURAL CALIFORNIA PUBLIC BROADCASTING KRCB Radio News Reporter/Producer Radio posting The successful candidate will be fluent in social media, knowledgeable about current events in the North Bay, and be able to juggle multiple deadlines. Duties will include, but not be limited to, producing audio stories for radio, field reporting, posting and illustrating web reports, and preparing multi-media promotional materials. This is a part-time, benefits eligible position. Must be within commuting distance and have own car. EEO. Spanish speaker a plus. Reply via email with cover letter, resume, writing samples, examples of recorded work, and salary requirements to radionews@krcb.org, subject line Radio News – Berkeley. No phone calls please. Reply by 2/15.
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LOCAL EDITOR - PATCH.COM Local Editor, Marina del Rey, CA Patch New Media posting About Patch About Editorial As a Local Editor, you’ll become part of a dynamic and innovative team of journalists, engineers, designers and business professionals, creating bold new solutions for our industry. You will have the exciting chance to manage and run your own site -- for all things local in your community -- effectively informing and delighting our Patch users. This is far more than an opportunity to transform journalism; it’s an opportunity to improve the lives of your community members. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
STAFF WRITER, TECHNOLOGY - CQ ROLL CALL Staff writer, technology Newspapers-Wire Services posting CQ Roll Call wants to attract and develop the best people in our industry, wherever they are from and wherever they are. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan, extended vacation, health insurance, and bonus schemes that recognize and reward individual and team performance. CQ Roll Call is seeking a staff writer to cover technology policy with a focus on issues in play on Capitol Hill. We are looking for an energetic reporter who has an expertise in tech and telecom issues including Internet piracy, online privacy issues, spectrum allocation, rural broadband, FCC regulation and network neutrality. Each application will be evaluated against the minimum job qualifications identified in the job posting above. Failure to return the completed application will negatively impact your candidacy for the position. By returning the completed application, you will be considered an applicant, but it does not guarantee an interview. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
METEOROLOGIST - KEZI 9 NEWS Eugene, Oregon Television posting Prepare and present weather forecasts for multiple distribution platforms, including television, radio, online and social media. Anchor weathercasts in-studio or live on location. Keep current on topical meteorology, science and technology issues and computer graphics operation. Maintain close liaison with NWS representatives. Report science stories, feature stories and produce sweeps series and specials as assigned. Represent station at various community functions. This is a full-time, salaried position. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
TV NEWS PHOTOGRAPHER - KEZI 9 NEWS Eugene, Oregon Television posting The successful candidate will shoot and edit local news content under a daily deadline, gather information in the field, cover breaking news, and conduct nightly live shots. This is a full-time position; rate of pay is hourly. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
EDITOR , CONTRIBUTOR - EAST EUROPEAN FILM BULLETIN Paris New Media posting Student-run online journal on Eastern European cinema is looking for editors and contributors. The East European Film Bulletin (www.eefb.org) is a non-profit project founded in January 2011. We would like to encourage critical dialogue about Eastern European cinema. While there has been little Anglophone journalism seriously dedicated to this subject, many Eastern European films have reached broader audiences beyond what has been known as the “iron curtain” twenty years ago. We report on the region with reviews and interviews (essay section coming soon). For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
WMAR-TV METEOROLOGIST Baltimore, MD Television posting WMAR-TV/ABC2 is looking for a dynamic full-time morning meteorologist responsible for preparing and delivering accurate weather reports on multi-platforms. Responsibilities: For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
NEWSPAPER TREE COMMUNITY MANAGER El Paso, Texas New Media posting Newspaper Tree is looking for a talented pool of journalists to join the team and make this unique media project a sustained force for solid investigative journalism in the border communities of El Paso, TX, Southern New Mexico and Northern Mexico. Newspaper Tree is a non-profit, online newspaper dedicated to investigative and community journalism. The Community Manager is responsible for the realization of Newspaper Tree’s community involvement vision to educate the community about relevant issues and engage community members in the news-gathering process so as to encourage the public’s participation in civic life. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
NEWSPAPER TREE INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER El Paso, Texas New Media posting Newspaper Tree is looking for a talented pool of journalists to join the team and make this unique media project a sustained force for solid investigative journalism in the border communities of El Paso, TX, Southern New Mexico and Northern Mexico. Newspaper Tree is a non-profit, online newspaper dedicated to investigative and community journalism. The Investigative Reporter is responsible for producing high-quality investigative reporting in agreement with Newspaper Tree’s mission to serve the border community with relevant and meaningful journalism to encourages the public’s participation in civic life. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
NEWSPAPER TREE MANAGING EDITOR El Paso, Texas New Media posting Newspaper Tree is looking for a talented pool of journalists to join the team and make this unique media project a sustained force for solid investigative journalism in the border communities of El Paso, TX, Southern New Mexico and Northern Mexico. Newspaper Tree is a non-profit, online newspaper dedicated to investigative and community journalism. The Managing Editor is responsible for the realization of Newspaper Tree’s journalistic vision to produce investigative reporting that is relevant and meaningful and encourages the public’s participation in civic life. The Managing Editor assigns, oversees, edits and publishes the multi-media work of reporters and other contributors. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
CQ ROLL CALL LEGISLATIVE ACTION REPORTER Washington, D.C. Newspapers-Wire Services posting CQ Roll Call wants to attract and develop the best people in our industry, wherever they are from and wherever they are. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan, extended vacation, health insurance, and bonus schemes that recognize and reward individual and team performance. CQ Roll Call seeks a full-time reporter for its Legislative Action team, which is responsible for CQ’s coverage and analysis of legislation as it moves through Congress. This reporter will write news stories and descriptions of votes, schedules and other actions in congressional committees and on both floors for CQ.com, CQ Today and CQ Weekly, as well as write longer analytical pieces for CQ House Action Reports and CQ BillAnalysis. In addition to demonstrated attention to detail and experience in news reporting and writing, candidates also should have familiarity with Congress and legislative procedure. Evening and occasional weekend work required. Please include cover letter in the notes section of this application with resume. Alternatively, you may save your cover letter and resume as one attachment and make a note in the notes section, referring us to the resume for both documents. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
CQ ROLL CALL EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Washington, D. C. Newspapers-Wire Services posting CQ Roll Call wants to attract and develop the best people in our industry, wherever they are from and wherever they are. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan, extended vacation, health insurance, and bonus schemes that recognize and reward individual and team performance. Roll Call newspaper is seeking an editorial assistant who will split their time between writing for Roll Call's print edition and website, primarily the Around the Hill features section, and assisting the copy desk with the production and proofing process. Each application will be evaluated against the minimum job qualifications identified in the job posting above. Failure to return the completed application will negatively impact your candidacy for the position. By returning the completed application, you will be considered an applicant, but it does not guarantee an interview. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
ASSOCIATED PRESS PHOTO PLANNING EDITOR Los Angeles, California Photojournalism posting The Associated Press is looking for an entertainment photo planning editor based in Los Angeles. We are seeking someone who is not only passionate about covering entertainment related content, but who is excited to work across formats and departments to push our access to the next level. The AP is one of the only outlets where entertainment photographers, text, video and radio journalists work side-by-side and are multi-skilled. The ideal candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment as well as have a passion for covering and coordinating coverage of red carpets, sit-down interviews and breaking news. Responsibilities: For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
PATCH.COM LOCAL EDITOR, DUBUQUE PATCH Dubuque, Iowa New Media posting Are you a passionate and entrepreneurial online journalist? Want to be part of a dynamic and innovative team of journalists, engineers, designers and business pros who are creating a bold new solution for our industry? Do you think that traditional news media just don’t get it anymore? Would you like to run your own local news Web site, where you'll tap the multimedia and social media skills you've mastered to transform community journalism and connect with communities? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, keep reading… We’re Patch.com, a start-up that’s radically reinventing community journalism. We launched in February 2009 and we now operate hundreds of local news sites in towns with populations under 70,000, and we continue to expand! Patch is founded on two core principles: that news matters in towns across the country and that we can create a successful business model to sustain it. Even as many newsrooms have been downsized or shut down, Patch is investing millions to create a nationwide network of news sites using our dynamic platform to produce meaningful daily and enterprise journalism and pioneer new forms of storytelling to serve communities. We have won acclaim in the industry and coverage in The New York Times, Forbes Magazine, Bloomberg, NPR's "Talk of the Nation," "The News Hour with Jim Lehrer," and numerous industry blogs and Web sites. We've recently also announced Patch.org, a new initiative that will allow us to collaborate with local foundations and journalism schools to cover under-served communities. Patch.com is looking for smart, innovative journalists to join our team as full-time site editors. We see this as nothing less than the future of online journalism. Visit patch.com to learn more about our mission and to visit our news sites. Local Editor opening in Dubuque, IA For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
KEZI 9 NEWS ANCHOR/REPORTER Eugene, Oregon Television posting RESPONSIBILITIES: • Enterprising, shooting, writing, editing and presenting news stories for multiple distribution platforms, including KEZI 9 News, KEZI 9+, kezi.com and KEZI 9 News Mobile. Perform live shots from the newsroom and in the field. Anchor and produce newscasts as assigned. Serving as a public representative of KEZI 9 News at various community functions. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT • This is a full-time position; rate of pay is salaried. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
BUSINESS REPORTER - THE RECORD Business Reporter - The Record's Business Department is seeking a Reporter II to cover breaking news and trends, and write enterprise on a wide variety of business topics. The candidate should be a self-starter who is current on trends and issues that affect business, with a firm grasp of business fundamentals and a strong interest in developing his or her expertise. The candidate will be expected to produce hard-hitting enterprise for the Sunday business section and A-1. A minimum of three years of daily business writing experience, or its equivalent, is required. We highly value candidates who can develop their own stories and who can explain complex topics with clear, concise, and compelling writing. Days/Hours: Varied work schedule. Contact: Send cover letter, resume, and your five best clips to Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor, The Record, PO Box 471, 1 Garret Mountain Plaza, Woodland Park, NJ 07424. |
MUNICIPAL REPORTER - THE RECORD Municipal Reporter – The Record has an opening for a full-time Reporter II covering municipalities in Passaic County. We’re looking for a self-starter who can break news as well as cover breaking news, propose and execute enterprise ideas, spot significant regional trends and move quickly and surely to contribute developing stories to the Web. The ability to write clean, clear and accurate copy is critical. And of course, we’re looking for a team player who will complement and enhance the excellent work of our current team of municipal reporters. A minimum of three years of daily reporting experience, or its equivalent, is required. Days/Hours: Varied work schedule. Contact: Send cover letter, resume, and your five best clips to Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor, The Record, PO Box 471, 1 Garret Mountain Plaza, Woodland Park, NJ 07424. |
WRKF Baton Rouge, Louisiana Radio posting WRKF is seeking an ambitious journalist to join its growing newsroom as a full-time host/reporter. The host/reporter will be the local voice of All Things Considered, anchoring newscasts and producing spots and features for broadcast and the web. The host/reporter works under the guidance of the News Director and in concert with other station staff. Political junkies and sports fans are encouraged to apply. The host/reporter should be able to take an idea and run with it, whether that’s an assignment from the News Director, a pitch from a listener, or the result of their own muckraking. The host/reporter should be able to put together weighty and creative stories on tight deadlines. The host/reporter should feel at home in the air studio, delivering the news with a professional, conversational, and defining presence. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
MAPQUEST EDITORAL DIRECTOR - MAPQUEST Denver, Colorado New Media posting Want more than 60 million consumers to see your work every month? Want to work on one of the best-known, most-trusted web properties in US history? MapQuest is looking to hire a high-energy editor who is an idea machine to lead our new editorial initiative in Denver, CO. You’ll be responsible for generating travel and topical local content packages, as well as developing innovative editorial ideas for one of the most popular web sites on the Internet. Our goals are to both engage with our millions of regular monthly consumers and to attract external traffic utilizing the power of our corporate partners AOL, the Huffington Post and Patch. Enjoy the amenities of our Lower Downtown (LoDo) neighborhood in Denver – in a brand-new open office environment with the look, feel and attitude of a highly energetic, startup culture. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Send resumes to lexie.cole@patch.com with subject line “MapQuest Editorial Director” For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
LOCAL EDITOR - PATCH.COM Patch.com New Media posting For details see: http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/list/jobs/type/7/ |
SILICON VALLEY ENTERPRISE TECH/BUSINESS JOURNALIST - SIMPLER MEDIA GROUP, INC. / CMSWIRE.COM United States New Media posting We are looking for an intelligent, resourceful and driven journalist with 2+ years experience covering enterprise tech and business with a focus on digital experience/content management, marketing-oriented technologies, enterprise collaboration and/or social business topics. You will function as a senior reporter covering your beat, local companies and local events. **** IMPORTANT **** COMPENSATION For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
REPORTER - KEZI 9 NEWS KEZI 9 News Television posting Responsibilities: Enterprising, shooting, writing, editing and presenting news stories for multiple distribution platforms, including KEZI 9 News, Facebook, Twitter, KEZI 9+, and kezi.com. Creatively producing stories and effectively using pictures and natural sound to tell a story, with strong audio/video linkage. Perform live shots from the newsroom and in the field. This is a full-time position; rate of pay is hourly. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
PRODUCTION ASSISTANT - KEZI 9 NEWS KEZI 9 News Television posting PRODUCTION ASSISTANT (Part-time) OPENING DATE: 12/20/2011 CLOSING DATE: Until filled DESCRIPTION: KEZI 9 News, the ABC affiliate in Eugene, Oregon, has an immediate opening for a part-time news production assistant. The successful candidate will run audio boards, character generators, cameras, and teleprompters. This person must also be willing to work overnight and weekend hours. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a part-time position; rate of pay is hourly. A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN IS REQUIRED For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: |
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EDITORIAL ASSISTANT - ASSOCIATED PRESS Associated Press Newspapers-Wire Services posting The Associated Press seeks a temporary editorial assistant to help for 18 weeks during the legislative season at its regional editing desk in Phoenix. The regional desk editorial assistant joins a team that leads general news coverage and provides support to state bureaus in one of the AP’s four domestic regions. An EA is typically a journalist interested in gaining newsroom experience and working toward a position as an AP newsperson. They will handle a variety of clerical tasks, both for the state bureaus in the territory and the regional desk. For additional information, including details on how to apply, see: http://journalism.berkeley.edu/jobs/detail/13117/ |
REPORTING STAFF - THE NONPROFIT TIMES The NonProfit Times, the leading national business publication for nonprofit news and information, seeks a candidate for the reporting staff with a minimum one year of experience, preferable at a daily. Some travel. A very fast pace. Resumes to ednchief@nptimes.com. |
PHOTOJOURNALIST - (WOODLAND PARK) THE RECORD (BERGEN COUNTY) The Record has an immediate opening for a full-time photojournalist. He/she will be a visual journalist of the highest ethical standards capable of executing and delivering images on deadline for news, features, business and sports. Requirements include: Demonstrative photojournalistic skills and solid portfolio; Solid press caption writing skills; Expertise in photo-related apps such as Photoshop, Photo Mechanic; Strong computer skills in both PC and MAC environments; Working under intense deadline pressure; Excellent communication skills. A College journalism degree or equivalent demonstrative knowledge plus three years on the job experience, staff or freelance, for a daily newspaper or news picture agency is required. Being bilingual is a plus. Days/Hours: Varied work schedule (night or weekend hours and on-call to cover breaking news and other assignments) Contact: Send cover letter, examples with explanations of your best photos, and a resume to Jon Naso, Director of Photography, at nasoj@northjersey.com |
MUNICIPAL REPORTER - THE RECORD (BERGEN COUNTY, NJ) The Record has an opening for a full-time Reporter II covering municipalities in Bergen County. We’re looking for a self-starter who can break news as well as cover breaking news, propose and execute enterprise ideas, spot significant regional trends and move quickly and surely to contribute developing stories to the Web. The ability to write clean, clear and accurate copy is critical. And of course, we’re looking for a team player who will complement and enhance the excellent work of our current team of municipal reporters. A minimum of three years of daily reporting experience, or its equivalent, is required. Days/Hours: Varied work schedule. Contact: Send cover letter, resume, and your five best clips to Deirdre Sykes, Sykes@northjersey.com BUSINESS REPORTER - THE RECORD (BERGEN COUNTY, NJ) The Record's Business Department is seeking a Reporter II to cover breaking news and trends, and write enterprise on a wide variety of business topics, with a focus on technology and the digital world. This reporter will cover this world from business and consumer standpoints, from how businesses are adapting the latest technology and social media, to the battle among providers of phone, cable and Internet service to the latest gadgets, apps and web sites. The candidate should be a self-starter who is current on trends and issues that affect business, with a firm grasp of business fundamentals and a strong interest in developing his or her expertise. The candidate will be expected to produce major enterprise for the Sunday business section and A-1. A minimum of three years of daily reporting experience, or its equivalent, is required. We highly value candidates who can develop their own stories and who can explain complex topics with clear, concise, and compelling writing. Days/Hours: Varied work schedule. Contact: Send cover letter, resume, and your five best clips to Bill Donnellon, Donnellon@northjersey.com |
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This is your chance to cover the Statehouse in Trenton , N.J. with a pro-active and outspoken governor and a news organization that wants in-depth enterprise and watchdog reporting. The Press of Atlantic City doesn’t want someone who sees this position only as a way to cover politics and the day-to-day grind of government. This position is a key one because so much of the revitalization of Atlantic City and the casino industry is coming from the governor’s office. To be considered, the applicant must have a demonstrated record of producing in-depth enterprise and investigative reporting over five years in the business. If you have computer-assisted reporting/database skills, you will float to the top of the list. Salary is $42,000-$52,000. For more information or to apply, contact Neill Borowski, executive editor/content director, at nborowski@pressofac.com. All applications must include a cover letter, resume and clips. To find out more about us, check out our website at www.pressofatlanticcity.com. Apply directly to: Do you have a record of directing, coaching and editing deep enterprise stories as well as watchdog/investigative work? If you do, consider coming to the Jersey Shore and working as a key editor in the newsroom of The Press of Atlantic City. Your credentials will get special attention if they also include a demonstration of your continued public records requests, deep records research and database analysis. The emphasis here is on front-page local enterprise seven days a week The emphasis here is on front-page local enterprise seven days a week and complementary coverage digitally. Infrequently does a wire story make it to the front page and only if it is a significant national or foreign news event. The pressure of this job is to both produce and do it with an expectation of excellence. The applicant must be a solid long-term planner and well-organized. Seat-of-the-pants managers need not apply. Salary is $58,000-$70,000. For more information or to apply, contact Neill Borowski, executive editor/content director, at nborowski@pressofac.com. All applications must include a cover letter, resume and clips. To find out more about us, check out our website at www.pressofatlanticcity.com. Apply directly to: |
THE PRINCETON PACKET, INC./PACKET PUBLICATIONS - EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Location: Princeton, New Jersey The Princeton Packet is seeking a part-time editorial assistant. The editorial assistant will organize, edit and enter information for arts and entertainment and community listings, including movie listings each week. Skills include typing speed and accuracy; data entry experience; computer experience; ability to meet deadlines; accuracy under pressure; editing experience preferred. Schedule is Monday-Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Send resumes to: HR@centrlajersey.com with the subject line of ED ASSIST – JJ |
TIMES OF TRENTON - EDITOR, PAGE DESIGNER Location:Trenton, New Jersey Duties include editing, page design and pagination for news, sports, opinion and features. Experience with Adobe InDesign is preferred. This is a part-time position that includes night and weekend hours. Knowledge of New Jersey’s capital region is a plus. Please e-mail cover letter and resume to alukowicz@njtimes.com. |
THE NONPROFIT TIMES - BULLDOG NEEDED Location:Morris Plains, New Jersey The NonProfit Times, the leading national business publication for nonprofit news and information, seeks a candidate for the reporting staff with a minimum one year of experience, preferable at a daily. Some travel. A very fast pace. Resumes to ednchief@nptimes.com. |
PACKET PUBLICATIONS - REPORTER/STAFF WRITER Location:Princeton, New Jersey The Princeton Packet is seeking a staff reporter. Job involves news and feature writing, including municipal and school board meeting coverage. Local candidates preferred. Ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree and have 1+ years of news reporting experience, computer literacy and typing proficiency. Must be detail oriented, well organized and adept at multi-tasking. Must have valid driver's license and car. Familiarity with AP style preferred. No calls. Send resume and writing samples to: hr@centraljersey.com with the subject line of: RPT-JJ |
NJBIZ - BUSINESS REPORTER Location:Somerset, New Jersey Website: http://njbiz.com NJBIZ seeks a journalist to report and write for our print edition and website. NJBIZ is New Jersey’s leading source of business news. Position is based in our Somerset office. The reporter must be able to file quickly and accurately for our daily online report and then produce in-depth analyses for our weekly print edition. We seek a trustworthy, flexible self-starter with a positive attitude, sense of humor and commitment to teamwork. Candidates should have at least three years reporting experience, ideally covering business. Sharp social media skills strongly desired. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance and a 401(k) plan. Please send resume, work samples and salary requirements to NJBIZ Editor Sharon Waters at swaters@njbiz.com. No phone calls please. Come join the company where "fun" is one of the seven core values! |
VP/EDITOR OF THE RECORD North Jersey Media Group, the premiere information company in northern New Jersey, has an immediate opening for VP/Editor of The Record. North Jersey Media Group (NJMG) is an independent, family-owned media company providing local news, information and services to the residents of northern New Jersey . The company is best known for its flagship daily newspaper, The Record. NJMG also publishes the Herald News, more than 40 community newspapers and a family of glossy magazines, including the popular (201), Bergen County 's first and only monthly magazine, and The Parent Paper. All of the publications contribute breaking news, features, columns and local information to its website, NorthJersey.com. The company recently launched a new website, Bergen.com, showcasing the people, places and events that make Bergen County unique. NJMG also includes a state-of-the-art printing facility, which produces its own publications and those of select other publishers. COPY EDITOR/BERGEN COUNTY NJ The Record (Bergen County, NJ) has an opening for a full-time copy editor on the news/features copy desk. Duties include: Editing staff and wire copy for style, clarity, accuracy, fairness, objectivity, completeness, organization, consistency, freshness, smoothness and libel; Enhancing readability of copy, taking a reader-centric approach; Writing engaging headlines for stories, pictures, illustrations and graphics; Writing accurate, complete and creative caption information for photographs, illustrations and graphics; Writing effective Web heads, captions and summaries; and Ensuring accurate Web tagging. Two years of newspaper editing experience preferred. Reporting experience is a plus. If interested, send a resume, a cover letter and your five best clips/work samples to: Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor, The Record, PO Box 471, 1 Garret Mountain Plaza, Woodland Park, NJ 07424. COPY PRODUCTION EDITOR The Record (Bergen County, NJ) has an opening for a full-time Copy Production Editor who will perform all duties of a copy editor along with page layout and Web posting. This editor may also be called on for occasional or regular slotting. The successful candidate must have strong editing skills, a solid journalism background, and the ability to work with other editors and writers under strict deadlines. He or she must display sound news judgment in selecting and placing stories, photos, illustrations and graphics, and making the appropriate headline calls. The successful candidate must be proficient in the necessary technology, including Windows XP, Word and Quark. He or she will be responsible for laying out pages that package related news stories and make full use of available graphics and typographical devices to make pages attractive, imaginative and reader-inviting. The candidate will also post stories on the Web site as needed and directed. Applicants must have a minimum of five years of newspaper editing experience. Hours and days will vary but generally this job will work late afternoons/evenings. If interested, send a resume, a cover letter and your five best clips/work samples to: Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor, The Record, PO Box 471, 1 Garret Mountain Plaza, Woodland Park, NJ 07424. |
PRODUCER, INSIDE EDITION Inside Edition’s award winning investigative unit has an opening for an experienced, motivated and enterprising producer. Candidates must have a track record of producing compelling investigative and consumer pieces for local or network television. Requirements:
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COMMERCIAL INVESTIGATIVE ANALYSTS Established in 1992 with offices in the U.S. (NJ and CA) as well in Switzerland and China, I.S.I.S., Inc. is one of the global leaders in primary research and competitive intelligence, specializing in the life science (pharma/biotech/medical devices) sector. Our continued growth requires adding to our team of CI analysts, especially those with well-honed investigative reporting and interviewing skills, combined with some prior exposure to our clients’ therapeutic areas and issues. The ideal candidates are creative, naturally inquisitive, intellectually curious, analytical, resourceful, can think intuitively, and independently propose resolutions to problems found. The information sought is in the public domain or based on personal knowledge of the subjects about companies from a wide circle of sources working within the industry or sector involved. Responsibilities
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BUSINESS REPORTER/THE RECORD The Record (Bergen County, NJ) has an opening for a business reporter to cover breaking news and trends, and write enterprise on a wide variety of business topics, with a focus on technology and the digital world. This reporter will cover this world from business and consumer standpoints, from how businesses are adapting the latest technology and social media, to the battle among providers of phone, cable and Internet service to the latest gadgets, apps and web sites. The candidate should be a self-starter who is current on trends and issues that affect business, with a firm grasp of business fundamentals and a strong interest in developing his or her expertise. The candidate will be expected to produce major enterprise for the Sunday business section and A-1. A minimum of three years of daily reporting experience, or its equivalent, is required. We highly value candidates who can develop their own stories and who can explain complex topics with clear, concise, and compelling writing. If interested, please send resume, your give best clips and a cover letter to Douglas Clancy, Assistant Managing Editor, The Record, PO Box 471, 1 Garret Mountain Plaza, Woodland Park, NJ 07424. |
ASSOCIATE CONTENT MANAGER The New Yorker is seeking an Associate Content Manager to work in our dynamic Page and Digital Makeup department on our weekly digital editions. Responsibilities include:
The position is long-term freelance; full or near full-time (off Mondays and/or Tuesdays, longer Fridays). Total hours and exact times may be negotiable. Located in our New York offices. Ideal candidate should have experience in media content production, be comfortable working with a close-knit team on deadline-driven workflow's, and should be extremely diligent and detail-oriented. Interested candidates should contact tnyMakeupQuery@gmail.com with the subject line "Associate Content Manager Applicant". |
FULL-TIME EDITIORIAL WRITER News: AME/The Record Editorial Writer (Woodland Park) The Record's Opinion Department has an opening for a full-time editorial writer. The candidate should have an ability to write clear, tight editorials with a definite point of view. Our editorial focus is North Jersey, and we comment most frequently about regional issues. Ideally, we are looking to add a moderate/conservative voice to our page. The candidate must be able to work in a collegial atmosphere, write quickly and pitch in where needed in the department. An editorial writer occasionally is asked to edit and proofread columns, letters to the editor and Sunday Opinion pieces. He or she also will participate in editorial boards with a variety of news makers, including candidates for public office. Candidates should have at least three to five years newspaper experience, or equivalent. If interested, send a cover letter, resume and your five best writing samples to Alfred Doblin, Assistant Managing Editor/editorial page. 8/26/11 Days/Hours: Varied work schedule Contact: Alfred Doblin, Dublin@northjersey.com |
REPORTER Reporter - (Woodland Park) - The Features Department, serving The Record and the Herald News, has an opening for a full-time, entry-level reporter. This reporter will produce engaging stories that explore a variety of topics, but generally concentrate on how North Jersey residents live, shop and entertain themselves. In general, the reporters must initiate, research, report, interview and write news features on their beat and generate trend stories. The skills and experience required for this position include: Ability to write stories, especially feature stories where tone and language are key components. The ability to write critically and in an engaging manner is essential. Ability to identify stories that have the greatest potential to engage readers in North Jersey. Ability to work with the Features' department senior management in formulating strategies to capture readers and the ability to carry that strategy out. The successful candidate must have at least two years of daily newspaper reporting experience, or equivalent. Hours may vary and may include working occasional weekends as part of a schedule rotation. Days/Hours: Varied work schedule Contact: Send a cover letter, resume, and your five best clips to Douglas Clancy, Clancy@northjersey.com |
STAFF INVESTIGATOR FOR CENTURION MINISTRIES, INC. Organizational Background The primary purpose of CM is to vindicate and free from prison those indigents who are factually innocent of the crimes for which they have been wrongly convicted and imprisoned for life or death. CM also assists clients, once freed, to re-integrate into society on a self-reliant basis. In achieving the objective of its work, for each individual case undertaken, CM performs the following functions:
Since its founding 30 years ago, CM has freed 44 factually innocent people throughout North America (U.S.A. and Canada) who have served an aggregate 880 years of false imprisonment under sentence of life or death. CM is universally recognized as the pioneer organization in the US and Canada among all others who work to free the convicted innocent. CM's concurrent caseload at any given time consists of at least 20 cases of those falsely convicted across America. If successful, it usually takes CM 5-20 years of work to free those whom we serve. Description and Responsibilities The primary activities and responsibilities of this staff investigator, who will be based out of the Princeton office, will include:
The Staff Investigator will also fully participate in the CM organizational process of identifying, developing, and selecting prospective CM cases for active investigation by CM. Overtime, this position could include managerial responsibilities. Budgeting, management, and leadership experience are desired. Necessary Skills and Attributes
Experience and Education Compensation Salary and Benefits Package commensurate with experience. Application
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EDITOR The Jewish Standard, an award-winning weekly Jewish newspaper and daily website, is seeking a new editor due to the pending retirement of its veteran editor. You are knowledgeable and experienced in all aspects of Jewish and community journalism and have superb writing and editing skills. This is a major opportunity for someone with strong people and management skills, intimate knowledge of American Jewish life and desire to do cutting-edge community journalism. Send resume and clips to publisher@jewishmediagroup.com |
ASSOCIATED PRESS, REGIONAL DEPUTY EDITOR - EAST PHILADELPHIA Application deadline: May 27, 2011 The Associated Press seeks a Deputy Regional Editor, East, based in Philadelphia PA. The Deputy Regional Editor, East, working with the East editor, leads the AP's news operations in the East region, directing news coverage in all formats in a 10-state region stretching from Maine to Pennsylvania and west to Ohio. This deputy editor is the second-ranking manager for a 24-hour-a-day operation based in Philadelphia that includes text, photo, multimedia, video and broadcast editors. With the editor, this person manages operations of the regional desk, including evaluating personnel and coordinating with AP departments around the globe on spot news and enterprise. This person works with news editors and bureau chiefs to oversee assignments, coverage and personnel in the region and to ensure the quality of national stories and state reports. Works with AP's text, photo, multimedia, video and broadcast operations in New York, Washington and elsewhere around the globe to produce well-rounded coverage from the region, including in key content areas such as business and entertainment, and consults with top AP managers on AP strategy. Coordinates with a regional sports editor, works closely with bureau chiefs, sales executives and others to ensure all of AP's members and customers are well-served by content from the region. Reports to the senior managing editor for domestic news and works with the senior managing editor on hiring, budgeting, training and strategic planning in the region. The Associated Press is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. For additional information, including details on how to apply >> |
WNYC GENERAL ASSIGNMENT EDITOR, WNYC.ORG Application deadline: May 27, 2012 The General Assignment Editor, at the direction of the Managing Editor, supports the strategic content goals for the WNYC Web site, developing and curating content with a focus on local, regional and national news presented with a New York perspective and highlighting topics that are driving the daily “New York Conversation.” S/he coordinates activities with the WNYC newsroom and WNYC-produced local and national shows, continues the evolution, development and placement of coverage online, executes the goal for diverse voices and perspectives on the site and works as part of a talented editorial team on the daily execution of online content. The General Assignment Editor is responsible for delivering content that is viable, sustainable and meets the mission and goals of WNYC and the promise to readers and listeners. S/he will be part of the effort to make Web coverage a necessary and transformative daily experience as part of the most inclusive gathering place in news media. For additional information, including details on how to apply >> |
WNYC WRITER-BLOGGER, THE EMPIRE NEW YORK Application deadline: May 27, 2011 General Purpose: WNYC is seeking an exceptional writer-blogger to lead a political news blog focused on New York State. The writer-blogger will be charged with building a dedicated online following around coverage of New York City and New York state politics, Albany’s lawmakers, City and state budgetary issues and the governor’s office. The position requires that the writer-blogger portray the stakeholders and issues in a thought-provoking manner, connecting policy and reforms enacted in Albany and New York City to a national and local political narrative. The writer-blogger will be expected to establish him/herself as a leading authority on state political matters as well as convey a smart, conversational tone. This position requires a demonstrated ability to cultivate sources, generate story ideas, identify important trends in state and national politics and the usage of tools to collect and verify information through sourcing and fact-checking. This position may be based in New York City or Albany, New York, with some travel expected. For additional information, including details on how to apply >> |
PATCH.COM LOCAL EDITORS VARIOUS LOCATIONS Application deadline: May 26, 2011 Are you a passionate and entrepreneurial online journalist? Want to be part of a dynamic and innovative team of journalists, engineers, designers and business pros who are creating a bold new solution for our industry? Do you think that traditional news media just don’t get it anymore? Would you like to run your own local news Web site, where you'll tap the multimedia and social media skills you've mastered to transform community journalism and connect with communities? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, keep reading… We’re Patch.com, a start-up that’s radically reinventing community journalism. We launched in February 2009 and we now operate hundreds of local news sites in towns with populations under 70,000, and we continue to expand! Patch is founded on two core principles: that news matters in towns across the country and that we can create a successful business model to sustain it. Even as many newsrooms have been downsized or shut down, Patch is investing millions to create a nationwide network of news sites using our dynamic platform to produce meaningful daily and enterprise journalism and pioneer new forms of storytelling to serve communities. We have won acclaim in the industry and coverage in The New York Times, Forbes Magazine, Bloomberg, NPR's "Talk of the Nation," "The News Hour with Jim Lehrer," and numerous industry blogs and Web sites. We've recently also announced Patch.org, a new initiative that will allow us to collaborate with local foundations and journalism schools to cover under-served communities. Patch.com is looking for smart, innovative journalists to join our team as full-time site editors. We see this as nothing less than the future of online journalism. Visit patch.com to learn more about our mission and to visit our news sites. *Competitive salary and benefits package, including 401-K match and performance bonus. Patch Media is an AOL company. For additional information, including details on how to apply >> |
INDEPENDENT MAIL COPY EDITOR/PAGE DESIGNER ANDERSON Application deadline: May 26, 2011 Copy Copy editor/Page designer The copy editor/designer produces pages and participates in web posting for the the Independent Mail and independentmail.com. The production of print pages includes the design, presentation, picture selection, copy editing, and the writing of captions and headlines. For additional information, including details on how to apply >> |
NBC LA - LOS ANGELES WEEKEND EDITOR BURBANK Application deadline: May 6, 2011 Reliable, can-do weekend editor needed for dynamic, fast-paced multi-platform news and entertainment website. This is a regular freelance position from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Must have experience working with a CMS and with video editing tools. Must be able to write and edit quickly and accurately and work well under deadline pressure. Must have journalism training, solid news judgment and be able to work well independently. Social media skills a plus. For additional information, including details on how to apply >> |
JOURNALIST/THE MONTCLAIR TIMES The Montclair Times has a position available covering Montclair, a township teeming with nationally relevant issues, local controversies and notable residents. Assignments include covering daytime and evening meetings, developing significant series, breaking news, writing hard news and feature articles, digital photography and Web posting. Both the quality and the quantity of deadline-driven work are essential. The position is full time and includes benefits. The Times is a newspaper in North Jersey Media Group, which is an affirmative action employer. And the job's based in a real newsroom, not working from your car or a cafe. This isn't a starter position. Applicants must have solid journalism experience. For five of the past 10 years, The Montclair Times has won the New Jersey Press Association's "Newspaper of Excellence Award," or "the best large weekly newspaper in New Jersey" award. The Times seeks a reporter who delivers excellent journalism. Interested? Send a cover letter, your resume and several solid clips to Mark S. Porter, editor, 114 Valley Road, Montclair, NJ 07042, or porterm@montclairtimes.com. |
DIGITAL SPECIALIST/THE RECORD (Bergen County, NJ) The Record (Bergen County, N) has an opening for a full-time Digital
Specialist. This specialist will tone digital images on deadline for The
Record and Herald News, northjersey.com, and our news photo sales
website, My Capture. He or she also will analyze color of incoming digital
image files in the AGT (or other DAM system), determine and implement
solutions either in Photoshop; tag and export corrected press ready
images into Prestige for newspaper production, or web, or photo sales Days/Hours: varied schedule with nights, weekend, and on-call work required. Contact: Send resume and cover letter to Jon Naso, Director of Photography, The Record, PO Box 471, 1 Garret Mountain Plaza, Woodland Park, NJ 07424. Or email him at nasoj@northjersey.com. |
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