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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Newsroom Coordinator to support the daily operations of our editorial team. This role is essential in ensuring the smooth functioning of the newsroom by managing schedules, coordinating communication between departments, and assisting with content planning and production. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of newsroom workflows, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
As a Newsroom Coordinator, you will work closely with editors, reporters, producers, and technical staff to ensure that all editorial content is delivered on time and meets quality standards. You will be responsible for maintaining editorial calendars, tracking deadlines, and facilitating meetings and briefings. You will also assist in managing newsroom resources, including equipment and software tools, and help troubleshoot logistical issues as they arise.
This position requires a proactive individual who can anticipate the needs of the newsroom and take initiative to resolve problems before they impact production. You should be comfortable working under pressure and adapting to changing priorities. A background in journalism, media production, or communications is highly desirable.
The Newsroom Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the editorial process. Your contributions will directly impact the quality and timeliness of the news content we deliver to our audience. If you are passionate about journalism and thrive in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Coordinate daily newsroom operations and editorial schedules
- Maintain and update editorial calendars and production timelines
- Facilitate communication between editorial, production, and technical teams
- Organize and schedule editorial meetings and briefings
- Track content deadlines and ensure timely delivery
- Assist with newsroom logistics, including equipment and software management
- Support editors and producers with administrative tasks
- Monitor newsroom workflows and suggest process improvements
- Ensure compliance with editorial standards and guidelines
- Help onboard new editorial staff and freelancers
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field
- 1-3 years of experience in a newsroom or media environment
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Familiarity with editorial workflows and content management systems
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and newsroom software tools
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Team-oriented with a proactive attitude
- Flexibility to work irregular hours if needed
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have coordinating newsroom or editorial operations?
- How do you manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment?
- Can you describe a time you resolved a logistical issue in a newsroom?
- What tools or software have you used to manage editorial workflows?
- How do you ensure effective communication between different departments?
- Are you comfortable working flexible or irregular hours?
- What strategies do you use to stay organized?
- How do you handle last-minute changes to editorial schedules?
- What interests you about working in a newsroom environment?
- How do you support a team under tight production deadlines?
