Decrypt Job Listing: News Editor (Europe)

Kubelt; Paris; À distance; EUR 60 000 - 78 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A next-generation media company is seeking a talented News Editor to lead the coverage of the cryptocurrency industry. This role involves overseeing news production, editing articles, and collaborating with a team to ensure high-quality content. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in news, a deep understanding of the crypto landscape, and passion for storytelling. The position offers competitive compensation and a flexible remote work environment.

Prestations

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible remote work environment

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the news industry, particularly in crypto news.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.

Responsabilités

• Produce and manage daily news coverage including breaking news.
• Guide and provide feedback to writers to ensure accuracy.
• Edit and proofread articles for clarity and style.

Connaissances

Experience in leading a news team

Knowledge of crypto and Web3

Editorial leadership

Strong writing and editing skills

Understanding of audience engagement

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Description du poste

Decrypt is a next-generation media company positioned at the intersection of emerging technology, alternative finance, and culture. Decrypt was founded in 2018 with a simple mission: to demystify the decentralized web. We are looking for a talented and experienced news editor to join our team and help lead our news coverage of the cryptocurrency industry.

Location: Remote (Must be based in Europe, or willing to work equivalent hours)

Job Description:

As a News Editor, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our fast-paced news coverage of the crypto and Web3 space, ensuring that articles are accurate, timely, and engaging. You will be responsible for a mix of writing, assigning, editing, and publishing daily content while working closely with other writers and editors to produce high-quality articles that meet our editorial standards.

Our ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of the crypto and Web3 landscape, and a passion for telling interesting, thought-provoking stories.

Key Responsibilities:

• Content Production: Produce, manage, and oversee daily news coverage, including breaking news, feature stories, and investigative reports.
• Story Development: Identify and develop story ideas, assign stories to writers, and track the progress of news stories from inception to publication.
• Editorial Leadership: Provide guidance and feedback to writers, ensuring that all content is accurate, well-sourced, and aligns with our editorial standards.
• Editing and Proofreading: Edit and proofread news articles for clarity, accuracy, and style, ensuring they meet our quality standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other editors and writers to produce engaging news stories.
• Audience Engagement: Monitor audience engagement and feedback, using analytics to inform editorial decisions and improve content performance.

Qualifications:

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience leading a news team, managing and editing other writers. Experience in crypto news coverage is essential.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Crypto native: You live and breathe crypto and are eager to learn more.
• Crypto markets expertise and familiarity with traditional financial markets.
• Knowledge of U.S. and global crypto policy and regulation.
• Familiarity with DeFi and the mechanics of blockchain networks.
• Proven track record of managing breaking news and ability to thrive in a fast-paced and rapidly changing news environment.
• Familiarity with multimedia content, including video and podcast production, and social media.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health care, vision, dental, paid vacation, and other perks.
• Flexible remote work environment.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Opportunity to help build one of the most trusted and fastest growing news brands in the Web3 and cryptocurrency space.