Sr. News Editor (REMOTE)

ektello; New York (NY); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Digital News Curator to enhance their news aggregation service. This role requires expertise in newsroom operations, legal compliance, and content curation. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in US newsrooms and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include managing editorial standards, supervising junior editors, and working collaboratively with teams across time zones. This is a remote position with flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience as a journalist in US newsrooms.
• Prior experience driving user engagement through content curation.

Responsibilities

• Curation of the News aggregation app including issuing breaking news alerts.
• Guide and supervise curation by junior editors during news shifts.

Skills

Newsroom Experience

Legal Compliance Knowledge of News for US/CA

Content Curation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

MBA or other advanced degree

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Job Description

Senior Digital News Curator (REMOTE, East Coast work times)

Top 3 Skills

• Newsroom Experience
• Legal Compliance Knowledge of News for US/CA
• Content Curation

Summary

The main function of a product specialist is to be the subject matter expert on a product through its development. The typical product specialist will provide technical advice to customers concerning their product.

Job Responsibilities

The Senior Editor for News is an integral member of the editorial team, working with the Editor-in-Chief to deliver an unrivalled news aggregation service for app users.

Responsibilities Include

• Curation of the News aggregation app including issuing breaking news alerts, compiling briefings, and researching deep-dives on topical issues.
• Utilize real-time data to extract insights and guide editorial decision-making and content placement.
• Identify issues relating to impartiality, undue partisanship, and fake news, and filter out any content that breaches our editorial standards.
• Guide and supervise curation by junior editors during news shifts to ensure standards are maintained.
• Understand and be the guardian of the editorial tone of voice for News.
• Work with the Editor-in-Chief to build and manage shift schedules for seamless editorial operations across multiple time zones and countries.
• Display a willingness to adapt, with the ability to contribute to and work cohesively with our British editorial team.
• Develop positive working relationships with content partners and other teams, including giving/receiving feedback.
• Out-of-hours shift work is essential, including responding to unpredictable breaking news events. Working hours will include early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience as a journalist in US newsrooms, with hands-on news desk experience.
• Prior experience driving user engagement through content curation is preferred.
• Up-to-date legal and compliance knowledge of US/Canadian news media landscape is essential, with a willingness to upskill on UK media law.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in using data to draw editorial conclusions.
• Proven experience supervising junior editorial colleagues is preferred.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Thrives in a fast-paced business environment with adaptability to change.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in a related field is required. An MBA or other advanced degree is preferred.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting