Editorial Assistant — Newsletter & Newsroom Support

Paramount; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Paramount and The Free Press are seeking Editorial Assistants to support the editorial team in producing daily journalism readers rely on. The role requires ambition, strong work ethic, and high standards for accuracy, with flexibility to cover early mornings, late nights, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities include crafting engaging copy for our newsletter, coordinating story assignments, and ensuring timely publication with proper formatting across our website.

Qualifications

• Exemplary writing and reporting skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment with meticulous attention to detail.
• Understanding of the Free Press mission and values.
• Curiosity about the world and a desire to learn.
• Willingness to work early mornings, late nights, and weekends where necessary.

Responsibilities

• Help write the daily newsletter with punchy, compelling copy.
• Assist in assigning essential stories by liaising with writers, sources and experts.
• Pitch timely ideas and review submissions from contributors; assist with administrative tasks.
• Load and publish stories to the website with proper formatting and timely posting.

Skills

Exemplary writing

Multitask effectively

Attention to detail

Curiosity

Willingness to work odd hours

Job description

Paramount and The Free Press are seeking Editorial Assistants to support the editorial team in producing daily journalism readers rely on. The role requires ambition, strong work ethic, and high standards for accuracy, with flexibility to cover early mornings, late nights, and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities include crafting engaging copy for our newsletter, coordinating story assignments, and ensuring timely publication with proper formatting across our website.