[Confidential Company] | Online News Editor

Job Description

The Online News Editor’s job is to: 

Cutting edge of breaking news by identifying news stories in our topic areas. 

Develop strategies and formats for presenting take on breaking news, through blogs, commissioned pieces, in-house writing, re-posting, etc. 

Acquire and post photos or graphics to complement postings. 

Encourage other organizations and websites to disseminate Takes by collaborating with the website ! Audience Development team on promotion and when appropriate posting directly to 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Proven success with multiple facets of online journalism/commentary. 

Excellent editing and writing skills. 

Solid understanding of current affairs. 

Adept with web interface programs 

Proficient with a variety of design and web software. 

Well organized, flexible, and quick—experienced with juggling multiple, deadline-driven tasks. 

Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative workplace. 

Meticulous about accuracy and grammar. 

Excellent Internet research skills. 

Passionate about making the world a better place. 

Sense of humor.

Skills

Proven success with multiple facets of online journalism/commentary. 

Excellent editing and writing skills. 

Solid understanding of current affairs. 

Adept with web interface programs 

Proficient with a variety of design and web software. 

Well organized, flexible, and quick—experienced with juggling multiple, deadline-driven tasks. 

Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative workplace. 

Meticulous about accuracy and grammar. 

Excellent Internet research skills. 

Passionate about making the world a better place. 

Sense of humor.

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