Remote Tech & Journalism Beat Reporter
News Media Help Desk
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Job summary
News Media Help Desk, based at the Reynolds Journalism Institute in Columbia, Missouri, seeks an expert writer for a full-time remote reporting role. You’ll cover how journalism intersects with technology, delivering weekly coverage for journalism professionals, launching a weekly newsletter, and helping manage the monthly newsletter.
The role emphasizes distilling technical information into clear summaries, spotting tech shifts for newsroom readers, and pitching on tight deadlines while
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5+ years of professional writing experience preferred; strong newsroom background is an asset.
- Knowledge of AP style and brand-specific style guidelines.
- Experience writing for newsletters and digital publishing workflows.
- Understanding of technology's impact on news consumption and distribution.
Responsibilities
- Report and write weekly coverage on journalism and technology for a professional audience.
- Launch a weekly newsletter and assist with the existing monthly newsletter.
- Distill complex technical information into accessible content with actionable insights.
- Pitch, report and write on deadline and be an expert voice in the industry.
- Travel may be required for industry conferences and events.
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Job description
News Media Help Desk, based at the Reynolds Journalism Institute in Columbia, Missouri, seeks an expert writer for a full-time remote reporting role. You’ll cover how journalism intersects with technology, delivering weekly coverage for journalism professionals, launching a weekly newsletter, and helping manage the monthly newsletter.
The role emphasizes distilling technical information into clear summaries, spotting tech shifts for newsroom readers, and pitching on tight deadlines while
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