The Hill
Media
AssociateEditor
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“Associate Editor at The Hill. Skills: Political news, Editing, Reporting. Edit articles for clarity. Edit articles for accuracy”
Industry & Context.
Some nights, Some weekends
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in journalism, Bachelor's degree in a related field, Excellent knowledge of current events, Excellent knowledge of politics
Nice to Have
Previous reporting experience, Reporting experience in a metro media environment, Reporting experience in a national media environment, Basic familiarity with Google Trends, SEO skills, Real-time analytics are a plus
What You'll Do.
Edit articles for clarity
Edit articles for accuracy
Edit articles for style
Edit articles for grammar
Edit articles for adherence to The Hill's editorial
Fact-checking information
Verify information to ensure accuracy
Verify information to ensure credibility
Work with writers to develop content
Work with writers to refine content
Provide constructive feedback to writers
Suggest revisions to writers
Coordinate with other departments
Ensure smooth content flow
Ensure timely publication
Manage deadlines for assigned content
Manage workflows for assigned content
Perform other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborative work environment; Other departments; Design department; Production department; Marketing department
Communication Scope
Communication skills
Process & Methodology
Manage deadlines, Manage workflows
Full Job Description
The Hill, a division of Nexstar Media Group, is looking for an Associate Editor to join our newsroom. This is an opportunity to break into the ground floor of a political newsroom. The successful applicant will work closely with other reporters and editors to generate ideas and craft and refine non-partisan stories on politics, healthcare, national security and other coverage areas. We’re looking for someone with a hard work ethic, good time-management skills and the ability to write and edit headlines and copy that sizzles. The position requires a keen eye for detail, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of political news and policy. The position is based at our Washington, DC offices and is full-time with some nights and weekends. Please upload your materials combined into one single document with as much of the following as possible: your updated resume, a brief cover letter explaining your interest and fit for the position, and your portfolio/clips or links to a few samples of your work. Completing these steps will ensure that you receive the highest consideration. Duties & Responsibilities: •Edit articles for clarity, accuracy, style, grammar, and adherence to The Hill's editorial standards •Fact-checking and verify information to ensure accuracy and credibility •Work with writers to develop and refine content, provide constructive feedback and suggest revisions •Coordinate with other departments, such as design, production, and potentially marketing, to ensure smooth content flow and timely publication •Manage deadlines and workflows for assigned content •Perform other duties as assigned by senior management Requirements & Skills: • A bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field is required • Previous reporting experience in a metro or national media environment is preferred • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, MS Office) • Basic familiarity with Google Trends, SEO skills and real-time analytics ar
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