[Remote] Weekend News Editor at Newsweek

United States

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Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a related field
Minimum 5 years’ journalism experience, with editorial leadership or team management responsibilities
Exceptional news judgment, editing, and headline-writing skills
Experience leading breaking news coverage, as well as producing, editing, and publishing breaking news stories
Strong familiarity with SEO, analytics, visual storytelling, and trending content tools
Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
Proactive, organized, and adaptable; adept at both collaboration and independent work
Experience managing or working within digital newsrooms, including remote or hybrid teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Lead weekend news coverage, prioritizing speed, accuracy, and unique editorial perspectives
Find, commission, write, edit, and publish timely stories on a range of subjects
Produce, edit, and advance breaking news stories and live blogs from scratch
Monitor newswires, TV, podcasts, social media, and search trends to surface storylines and anticipate news cycles
Manage and develop a team of reporters, ensuring consistency and quality control
Use SEO and visual storytelling best practices to maximize impact and reach
Foster a proactive newsroom culture using planning and pre-writing systems for breaking news
Collaborate closely with other Newsweek editors in the U.S. and UK
Uphold Newsweek’s standards of accuracy, fairness, and responsible journalism in every piece of content
Set engaging headlines and lead images to drive readership
Carry out other reasonable duties as required to meet business needs

Skills

Newsweek

Global news magazine providing in-depth coverage

About Newsweek

Newsweek provides in-depth coverage and analysis of significant global events through its print and digital platforms. With over 80 years of experience, it offers readers a unique perspective on world affairs, helping them understand the context behind major news stories. Newsweek publishes both a U.S. edition and an International edition, which caters to various regions including Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific, along with language-specific editions for countries like Japan, Korea, and Latin America. The print magazine is distributed in 68 territories, while its website offers continuous updates on breaking news. Newsweek's goal is to inform and guide readers through the complexities of a rapidly changing world.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1933Year Founded

M_AND_ACompany Stage

Consumer Software, EntertainmentIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Risks

Declining trust in media could impact Newsweek's readership and advertising revenue.

AI-generated content threatens traditional journalism, reducing demand for human journalists.

Social media platforms divert traffic away from traditional news websites like Newsweek.

Differentiation

Newsweek offers both print and digital editions, catering to diverse reader preferences.

The magazine provides in-depth analysis on global issues, setting it apart from competitors.

Newsweek's international editions expand its reach across multiple regions and languages.

Upsides

Increased focus on multimedia content engages younger audiences and diversifies content delivery.

AI-driven journalism tools allow Newsweek to enhance in-depth analysis and investigative reporting.

Collaborations for AR and VR experiences offer innovative storytelling and audience engagement.

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