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Business Wire

Newsroom Editor

$20 - $24/hr

Monitor online to ensure successful transmission of content * Assist other Newsroom teams with overflow of orders as necessary * Perform opening/closing or other shift-change duties as necessary

Fox

Associate Producer, America's Newsroom

New York, NY · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

America's Newsroom is looking for a sharp, motivated, and versatile Associate Producer to join our ... Research developing stories and assist producers with editorial planning and segment development

Fox

Line Producer, America's Newsroom

New York, NY · On-site

$83K - $110K/yr

America's Newsroom is looking for a sharp, creative, and highly motivated Line Producer to oversee ... * Assist with social media and cross-platform content initiatives as needed * Help mentor junior ...

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What is a newsroom assistant?

Newsroom assistants are entry-level professionals who support the daily operations of a news organization. Their responsibilities often include administrative tasks such as answering phones, managing schedules, organizing documents, and assisting reporters and editors with research or logistics. They play a crucial role in ensuring the newsroom runs smoothly and efficiently, often serving as a stepping stone to more advanced positions in journalism or media. Newsroom assistants may also help with basic reporting, fact-checking, or content preparation depending on the size and needs of the newsroom.

What does a newsroom assistant do?

As a Newsroom Assistant, your daily responsibilities often include organizing schedules, managing communications, and assisting with research for upcoming stories. You'll help maintain newsroom calendars, support reporters and producers with administrative tasks, and sometimes handle basic editing or fact-checking. This role is essential for ensuring the newsroom runs smoothly and deadlines are met, often requiring you to multitask and adapt quickly to breaking news or shifting priorities. Collaboration with journalists, editors, and technical staff is a key aspect, providing exposure to various aspects of news production and offering a strong foundation for future growth in journalism.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a newsroom assistant?

To thrive as a Newsroom Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a background in journalism or communications, often supported by a relevant degree or internship experience. Familiarity with newsroom software, content management systems, and digital publishing tools is typically required. Excellent time management, adaptability, and strong communication skills help you efficiently support editorial staff and respond to fast-changing priorities. These abilities are crucial for ensuring smooth newsroom operations and timely delivery of accurate news content.

What is the difference between Newsroom Assistant vs News Producer?

AspectNewsroom AssistantNews Producer
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer journalism or communication courseworkBachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field; experience often required
Work EnvironmentFast-paced newsroom, supporting staff with administrative and logistical tasksCreative environment, overseeing content production, story selection, and broadcast planning
Employer & Industry UsageMedia outlets, TV/radio stations, online news platformsTelevision stations, news networks, digital media companies

While both roles are integral to news organizations, a Newsroom Assistant primarily handles administrative and support tasks to keep the newsroom running smoothly. In contrast, a News Producer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing news content. The roles differ in responsibilities, experience, and focus, but both contribute to delivering news effectively.

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Newsroom Editor

Business Wire

Remote

$20 - $24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Business Wire, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is the global market leader in press release distribution and regulatory disclosure. We are on a mission to redefine how organizations connect with their audiences - and that's just the beginning!
Organizations, large and small, depend on us to accurately publicize market-moving news and multimedia, and generate social engagements that develop interactions with their target audiences.
About the Role
The primary responsibility of a Business Wire Newsroom Editor is to accurately and efficiently prepare and transmit news releases over Business Wire's circuits. A Newsroom Editor will also work as a team member performing any and all functions necessary for the successful operation of Newsroom Operations as determined by departmental management.
Available shift:
Mon-Fri 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM ET (candidate must be available to work overnight)
What You Will Do
  • Standard duties for all Newsroom Editors may include any or all of the following (other duties may be assigned by departmental management):
  • Format, edit and proofread press releases on a computer quickly and accurately
  • Code each release based on a client's request for distribution, suggest additional or alternative circuits that may be beneficial to the client and talk to them about conflicting distribution instructions
  • Contact clients regarding any problems that could lead to errors (grammar or punctuation mistakes, typos, missing contact information, etc.)
  • Assess the authenticity of press release orders and escalate potentially problematic content appropriately
  • Display good judgment in helping to resolve issues
  • Monitor incoming orders and ensure that all are accounted for and handled in a timely fashion
  • Monitor online to ensure successful transmission of content
  • Assist other Newsroom teams with overflow of orders as necessary
  • Perform opening/closing or other shift-change duties as necessary
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Business Wire products, services, procedures and policies
  • Assist with incoming phone calls, including fielding client questions regarding distribution options, and answering other general questions
  • Help guide clients through the process of submitting orders to Business Wire, including how to use the Business Wire website
  • Provide membership information and set up new accounts when the situation is approved and appropriate
  • Collaborate with sales and other departments as necessary
  • Communicate all technical issues to the Service Desk or Web Support teams in a timely and detailed fashion
  • Authorize credit card payments when necessary
  • Run and submit the daily distribution report to the billing department by set deadline
  • Maintain a log of daily activity

What You Will Need
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills
  • Ability to work effectively with a variety of people in a team environment
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize workflow, and follow projects through to completion under tight deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to exercise good judgment
  • Basic technical skills and computer literacy, including proficiency in standard business applications (i.e., MS Word and Excel; Web, etc.)
  • Must demonstrate reliability through good attendance and punctuality
  • Courteous and professional phone manner
  • Professional demeanor
  • Must be flexible with schedule, as needed
  • Business Wire will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

What We Offer
  • The rate range for this position is $20/hour to $24/hour. Offered salary will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to: applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with geographic market data. Business Wire reserves the right to modify this salary range at any time.

Business Wire's total rewards include:
  • Ability to work remotely
  • Excellent health benefits that begin on your first day of employment
  • $100 monthly fitness allotment, a tuition reimbursement program, and enhanced mental health resources
  • 401(k) plan with generous company match, and annual profit sharing contribution (subject to company performance)
  • PTO, Floating Holidays, Wellness Day Off, Birthday Day Off, and more!

A pre-employment background check will be required after the acceptance of an offer. Business Wire is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and other similar state laws and local ordinances, and its internal policy, Business Wire will also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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