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Title
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Description
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We are looking for an Assistant News Editor to join our dynamic newsroom team. The Assistant News Editor plays a crucial role in supporting the editorial process, ensuring the smooth flow of news production, and maintaining high journalistic standards. This position involves working closely with senior editors, reporters, and other newsroom staff to coordinate assignments, review content, and help manage deadlines. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about news and current events. Responsibilities include assisting in story selection, editing articles for clarity and accuracy, fact-checking, and ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines. The Assistant News Editor will also help manage the newsroom schedule, coordinate with multimedia teams, and contribute to the development of engaging content across digital and print platforms. Strong communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a keen editorial sense are essential for success in this role. Previous experience in journalism or a related field is highly desirable. The Assistant News Editor should be comfortable with digital publishing tools and have a solid understanding of media law and newsroom best practices. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to advance their career in journalism and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced news environment.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Assist senior editors in managing daily news operations
- Edit news articles for grammar, clarity, and accuracy
- Coordinate assignments with reporters and contributors
- Fact-check stories and verify sources
- Ensure content adheres to ethical and legal standards
- Help manage newsroom schedules and deadlines
- Collaborate with multimedia and digital teams
- Contribute to story selection and editorial meetings
- Monitor news wires and social media for breaking news
- Support the development of engaging headlines and visuals
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field
- Previous experience in a newsroom or editorial environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
- Familiarity with digital publishing tools and CMS
- Ability to work under tight deadlines
- Knowledge of media law and journalistic ethics
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed
- Passion for news and current events
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in a newsroom environment?
- How do you handle tight deadlines and high-pressure situations?
- Can you provide examples of stories you have edited?
- What digital publishing tools are you familiar with?
- How do you ensure accuracy and fairness in news reporting?
- Are you comfortable working flexible hours?
- Describe your approach to fact-checking and source verification.
- How do you stay updated on current events?
- What role do you think an Assistant News Editor plays in a newsroom?
- How do you handle disagreements with reporters or editors?
