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Staff Writer

Job Type
full-time
Location
San Francisco, CA 94103
Experience
2-5 Years
Posted
Aug 1, 2024
Deadline
Aug 30, 2024
Salary
$55,000 - $65,000
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Description

Job Description: As a Staff Writer, you will cover breaking news, feature stories, and in-depth investigative pieces across a wide range of topics, from politics to lifestyle. You’ll be responsible for producing high-quality articles that engage, inform, and resonate with our audience. Responsibilities: Write 3-5 original news articles daily, including both hard news and features Conduct interviews and research for articles Collaborate with editors to refine articles and adhere to NewsFlash's editorial standards Stay up-to-date with current events and trends relevant to your beat Meet tight deadlines and produce content in a fast-paced newsroom environment Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field Minimum of 2 years of professional writing experience Strong research, interviewing, and fact-checking skills Exceptional command of the English language and AP style Ability to handle multiple stories at once and work under pressure Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) plan with company match Paid time off, including holidays and vacation Opportunities for career growth and advancement Flexible work environment, including remote work options

Responsibilities

  • Write 3-5 original news articles daily, including both hard news and features
  • Conduct interviews and research for articles
  • Collaborate with editors to refine articles and adhere to NewsFlash's editorial standards
  • Stay up-to-date with current events and trends relevant to your beat
  • Meet tight deadlines and produce content in a fast-paced newsroom environment

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of professional writing experience
  • Strong research, interviewing, and fact-checking skills
  • Exceptional command of the English language and AP style
  • Ability to handle multiple stories at once and work under pressure

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid time off, including holidays and vacation
  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement
  • Flexible work environment, including remote work options