The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
Determines a story's emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
Shoots and edits news events and news reports
Produces and presents reports for all platforms
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to
ad lib
when required
Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
Superior on-air presence
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
$41k-60k yearly est. Auto-Apply 28d ago
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News Anchor/Reporter - Wlox
Gray Media
News writer job in Biloxi, MS
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WLOX:
For more than 60 years, WLOX has been the place to get the news for South Mississippi. As both an ABC and CBS affiliate, we're proud to be the #1 and #2 stations in the market.
Our award-winning newsroom is committed to serving our community while growing the next generation of journalists.
Job Summary/Description:
WLOX is looking for an experienced journalist to join our team as an Anchor/Reporter. We're looking for a newsroom leader who is energized by breaking news, developing sources, and cultivating community relationships in South Mississippi.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Anchor newscasts as assigned
- Present news in an urgent & active manner
- Conduct live interviews and anchor continuous coverage
- Help evaluate leads and tips in order to develop story ideas
- Cover news in the field as assigned
- Contribute stories to all platforms - streaming, website, and social media
- Represent the station in the community for various promotional events
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Must be able to work quickly, meet deadlines, multitask, and show composure, especially during high-pressure breaking news situations
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- This position requires exceptional news judgment, a strong work ethic, and a desire to work with a team
- A college degree or equivalent job experience in a journalism-related field is preferred
- MVR check required
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to
***************************************
, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the
Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal
)
WLOX-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
$34k-48k yearly est. 60d+ ago
DIGITAL NEWS DESK ANCHOR - WLBT
Gray Television 4.3
News writer job in Jackson, MS
About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WLBT:
WLBT is Mississippi's flagship station and the dominant #1 local TV and digital media in Central Mississippi. We are an NBC affiliate that consistently produces award-winning local news coverage. Jackson, MS, is market #98 with a 24-county DMA. It is Mississippi's largest TV market and state capital, offering great museums, several local universities, and is home to the largest medical facilities in the state, including the prestigious University of Mississippi Medical Center. With our great weather, Mississippi is about the outdoors. An extensive network of walking, running, and cycling trails is available across the metro. And if you love a weekend getaway, Jackson is located within a short drive from beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, New Orleans, Memphis, Birmingham, Nashville, Dallas, and Atlanta.
If you're a sports fan, we have you covered. We host the PGA with the Sanderson Farms Championship. We have two SWAC schools in our DMA, Jackson State and Alcorn State. If you love SEC sports, we have four schools (Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Alabama, and LSU) less than three hours away. And Saints, Pelicans, and Grizzlies fans have an easy drive to NOLA and Memphis.
More info on WLBT - Jackson, MS
Link - ************************************************************
Job Summary/Description:
This position is for the inquisitive journalist who enjoys exploring topics in-depth through engaging discussions and interviews. This person will produce and host a daily show and lead breaking news coverage on our Digital News Desk.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
* Anchor a daily show from our Digital News Desk
* Produce the content and arrange interviews for the daily digital show.
* Record and publish videos to stories on our digital platforms
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Experience as a television news MMJ, Anchor, or host of an issues-oriented radio or online show.
* College degree or equivalent military or work experience in a journalism/communications-related field
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to **************************************** you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references.
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WLBT-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
$38k-48k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Senior Document Writer - New Group Business
CVS Health 4.6
News writer job in Mississippi
We're building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health , you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
**Position Summary**
Under general supervision the Senior Document Writer drafts, reviews, and edits medical, dental and vision plan documents. This position will support plan document needs for new business by creating plan documents and summaries of benefits and coverage (SBC's).
**Required Qualifications**
+ 2-4 years with extensive plan writing experience supporting self-funded or fully insured plans.
+ 2-4 years of experience in the health insurance industry.
+ Proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook applications.
+ Must be an independent, critical thinker who is a self-starter and deadline driven.
+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy performing at high levels in a fast paced and constantly changing work environment.
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Knowledge and experience in medical, dental, and vision benefits.
+ Knowledge and experience with benefit terminology.
+ General understanding of compliance and regulatory issues (ERISA, HIPAA, ACA, COBRA).
+ Organizes time efficiently to ensure that tasks are completed to meet or exceed deadlines.
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.
**Education**
+ High School Diploma or GED.
**Anticipated Weekly Hours**
40
**Time Type**
Full time
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$18.50 - $42.35
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
**Great benefits for great people**
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit *****************************************
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 02/26/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
CVS Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, including Disability/Protected Veteran - committed to diversity in the workplace.
We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves?
Enterprise Technology plays a critical part in shaping the future of mobility. If you're looking for the chance to leverage advanced technology to redefine the transportation landscape, enhance the customer experience and improve people's lives, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and challenge your IT expertise and analytical skills to help create vehicles that are as smart as you are.
Seeking a **Technical Anchor** to:
+ Design, develop, and maintain secure and scalable cloud infrastructure platforms using the latest DevSecOps and Platform Engineering methodologies
+ Create and implement best practices and processes for code quality, security, performance, and scalability using Sonarqube, Cycode, DAST, SAST & FOSSA
+ Possess strong experience using GCP specific services like Compute Engine, CloudRun, GKE, Cloud operations suite, Service Mesh, Anthos, Pub/Sub, Dataflow, Cloud Scheduler, Bigtable, AlloyDB and other managed services.
+ Possess experience with Google Cloud infrastructure provisioning including VPC, Subnet, Gateway, Security groups, managed services, Kubernetes Cluster etc.
+ Possess expertise with automating Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Packer, Ansible, Shell Scripting and ArgoCD
+ Lead cross-functional teams to drive the adoption of DevSecOps and Platform Engineering best practices across the organization
+ Possess experience in implementing Auto scaling, Disaster Recovery, High Availability, Multi-region Active/Active & Active/Passive configurations & best practices is added advantage.
+ Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and tools to support the development and deployment of products on the eCommerce foundation layer
+ Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and requirements, and translate them into technical and non-functional specifications
+ Work with Product teams to understand their pain points and increase the Developer Experience through Platform Engineering Capabilities
+ Possess experience with Internal Developer Platform (IDP) like Backstage and address developer productivity
+ Strategize & work with leaders across Ford's Enterprise Architecture, IT Operations to make significant, measurable impact on the eCommerce Platform
+ Possess expertise with patch management, APM tools like Dynatrace/AppDynamics, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK for monitoring and alerting.
+ Possess experience in Elastic Search service offerings in K8s.
+ Possess experience in Cloud FinOps to optimize Cloud Infrastructure Consumption Cost
**What you'll do...**
+ Responsible for overall Infrastructure Architecture and evolution of next gen platforms. Ideal candidates will research the existing products and recommend solutions to run workloads in futuristic Infrastructure Architecture landscape
+ Conduct and perform Infrastructure as Code reviews, automate and deploy Cloud Infrastructure
+ Experience with implementing AIOps in the Platform Engineering space and increase Developer Experience
+ Identify code vulnerabilities and performance bottlenecks at the Infrastructure Layer, and recommend solutions to improve the overall quality and performance of the sub systems
+ Create and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design documents, and operational procedures for High Availability, Disaster Recovery scenarios
+ Analyze kernel logs, network stats, APM metrics, application logs to troubleshoot CPU/Memory/Resource hot spots, API latency and application/platform health
+ Analyze and identify root-cause and fix complex performance problems involving multiple teams, networks, and software in GCP that relate to scaling and performance
+ Build Automation for repeatable DevSecOps tasks and help with improving Software Engineers' productivity
+ Mentoring Team members to scale and perform at their next level
+ Thought Leadership around Shift Left (Quality, Security, OSS use) & Shift Right (Platform Engineering) and increasing adoption in the eCommerce Platform
**You'll have...**
+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology or related
+ 5+ years of experience in the Software Development and Platform Engineering domain
+ Experience with the following: Microservices architectures, Micro Front-end Cloud-Native architectures, Event-driven architectures, APIs, Domain-Driven Design, Public Cloud (Google Cloud), Serverless, Elastic Search, Kubernetes, Docker, DevSecOps, building scalable, reliable, available solutions, and/or performance testing.
+ Strong technical background with the capability of being hands-on and earn the respect and ability to mentor top individual technical talent.
+ Experience in Cloud Native systems, Transactional Systems, Multi-Tenancy, five-nines availability and Containerization technologies.
+ Experience in collaborating and partnering with other technical domain experts such as cloud, security, SRE and Release Mgmt. processes
+ Proven facilitation skills - able to effectively drive discussion among diverse perspectives and reach a decision or recommendation
+ Proven ability to work closely with architect and leadership teams.
+ Effectively work with cross-functional teams across the organization - inside and outside of the technology and software organization
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
+ Ability to work effectively in a remote/virtual work setting with other global team members
**Even better, you may have...**
+ Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering Information Technology or related
+ GCP Cloud Architect and/or CKA Certifications
You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!
As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
- Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
- Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
- Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
- Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
- Tuition assistance
- Established and active employee resource groups
- Paid time off for individual and team community service
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
- Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
For a detailed look at our benefits, click here:
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This position is a range of salary grade 8.
SOUTHEAST MI RESIDENTS: This role is posted as remote unless you reside within 50 miles of Dearborn, MI-in which case we request on-site presence up to 4 days a week.
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call **************.
\#LI-Remote
**Requisition ID** : 51212
$84k-105k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Writer-In-Residence (Creative Writing)
Jackson State University 4.1
News writer job in Jackson, MS
The Department of English and Modern Languages at Jackson State University seeks to award a fellowship to one outstanding writer-novelist, poet, playwright, screenwriter, or journalist. The aim of the fellowship is to support JSUcreative writing students while granting the writer-in- residence opportunities to focus on their craft and projects and expand the audience for their work in a diverse teaching and learning environment. We welcome applications that demonstrate a track record of creative ambition, teaching excellence, public engagement, and collegiality.
Examples of Duties
* The fellow is expected to teach two classes (one each semester) and participate in the department's extracurricular programming, which they will help to curate during the 2026-27 academic year. The fellow will be given an office and is expected to make the department their primary place of work while they are in residence.
* The fellowship will run from August 2026 to May 2027.
Typical Qualifications
* Two plus (2+) years of creative writing teaching experience is preferred.
* Applicant must have terminal degree in hand at the start of the fellowship (either MFA or PhD in Creative Writing)
* Applicant must be an accomplished poet, playwright, novelist, fiction/creative nonfiction writer, screenwriter, or journalist.
* Applicant must demonstrate a track record of creative ambition, teaching excellence, public engagement, and collegiality.
* Applicant must possess a substantial catalog of published creative work with a national press as well as significant nominations and awards in the field.
* Candidates must submit a cover letter detailing their connection to Mississippi and/or JSU the program as well as the impact the opportunity could have on their work.
* Candidates are also asked to include their writing genres, website, and social media handles.
$17k-28k yearly est. 1d ago
EDITORIAL MANAGER-ADVANCEMENT-HSOM
University of Alabama at Birmingham 3.7
News writer job in University, MS
The University of Alabama at Birmingham The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an Editorial Manager for the UAB Medicine/Heersink School of Medicine Advancement team. The primary responsibility of this position is to serve as the lead writer and editor for the UAB Medicine/Heersink School of Medicine Advancement team. This position plays a critical role in creating engaging, informative content for donors including proposals, impact reports, and materials that advance philanthropic relationships. The Editorial Manager will collaborate with the Office of Advancement, development officers, faculty, designers, and other University personnel to translate the Heersink School of Medicine's priorities into persuasive, accurate, and compelling written content.
This position reports directly to the Executive Director of Constituent Engagement within the Heersink School of Medicine.
This position is full-time, hybrid eligible after the probationary period.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
* Researches, writes, and manages the editorial review process for personalized major gift proposals and stewardship/impact reports for donors and prospects across the Heersink School of Medicine.
* Develops, writes and oversees production for other fundraising and marketing collateral, including annual reports, appeals, one-pagers, brochures, website copy, and special project materials.
* Partners with a graphic designer to align creative direction on select projects, ensuring that photography and design enhance and support the content.
* Conducts interviews with faculty, students, alumni, and campus partners to gather accurate and compelling content.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Pay Range: $50,050 - $70,000
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or related field, along with a minimum of five (5) years in publishing, writing, and editing. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirements.
Preferences:
* Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
* Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with AP Style preferred.
* Excellent project and time management skills.
* Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, quality, and accuracy.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
* Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues across the organization.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
$50.1k-70k yearly 9d ago
Reporter/Producer, Roy Howard Community Journalism Center
University of Southern Mississippi 4.3
News writer job in Hattiesburg, MS
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Reporter/Producer, Roy Howard Community Journalism Center. 118 College Drive Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001 United States Division Journalism, Public Relations, and Advertising Position Type Staff Employment Status Full Time Grant Funded Yes Salary Range 46,500.00 - 47,895.00 Pay Grade
E08
Posting Close Date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
The Reporter/Producer is responsible for assigned coverage areas and producing content across multiple platforms, including video, sound, and written reports for broadcast, print and digital applications. The Reporter/Producer will lead assigned student teams and individual interns and Work Study students in performing a variety of journalistic tasks.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
* Gather and verify factual information for stories through interviews, observation and research.
* Captures appropriate sound, video, still photos and other data and information types for the professional production of a variety of news products that will be delivered across platform.
* Works closely with interns and student journalists to ensure professional standards are met.
* Generate creative story ideas daily based on Center's strategic plan.
* Assists center director in recruiting students.
* Attends and assists in the set-up and promotion of all public center activities in Hattiesburg.
* Supervises individual students and/or reporting teams as assigned.
* Performs other duties as assigned by the center director.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in media or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience. One to two years of professional media experience. Ability to perform essential job-related physical tasks, including lifting equipment up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required. Proficiency in computer applications relevant to the position is required. This is an on-site position based in Jackson and requires regular travel to the Center and RHCJC in Hattiesburg, as assigned or required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Demonstrates high proficiency in news writing, including AP style, grammar and spelling.
* Ability to capture video and still images suitable for professional presentation.
* Ability to edit photos, video and other files and material in common industry software, such as the Adobe Creative Suite.
* Demonstrates knowledge of social media and other digital platforms.
* Demonstrates knowledge of journalism ethics and law, including libel standards, Open Record and Open Meeting statutes, and Mississippi and federal Freedom of Information Acts.
* Ability to understand and implement all appropriate university and board-established center policies.
* Ability to assimilate large amounts of data quickly and accurately.
* Ability to communicate effectively with those from a wide range of backgrounds, education levels and varying skills.
* Ability to effectively deal with the public and establish long-standing relationships with key stakeholders.
* Ability to meet deadlines.
* Self-motivated and able to work in a deadline-driven environment.
* Proficiency at posting content to various websites.
Preferred Qualifications
Videography and non-linear editing experience. At least five years of media industry experience.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit ************
The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.
$32k-42k yearly est. 46d ago
(CTE) Health Science 2023-2024
Teach Mississippi 4.0
News writer job in Mississippi
CTE/Career and Technical
Date Available: 07/28/2023
District:
Newton Municipal School District
Minimum Requirementsfor this Endorsement:
1. Education - Applicant must be a Registered Nurse who is a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
2. Technology Literacy and Related Assessment of that Competency - Applicant must validate technology competency by attaining the established minimum score or higher on an assessment approved by the Mississippi Department of Education (MDE). The assessment must be directly related to technology competency required by the grade level and subject matter being taught. Approved assessments for this license are IC3 or other approved MDE substitute.
3. Occupational Experience and Related Assessment of that Experience - Applicants with an associate degree must have at least two years of verifiable occupational experience in the past ten years. Experience must be appropriate to the subject to be taught - Applicants with a bachelor or higher degree must have at least one year of verifiable occupational experience in the past ten years. Experience must be appropriate to the subject to be taught. An educator with a standard five - year license may use experience outside of the ten - year timeframe. - Applicant must possess and maintain an unrestricted Mississippi Registered Nurse License. - Applicant must possess and maintain CPR Certification for Health Care Provider Basic Life Support through American Heart Association.
4. Teacher Education Preparation and Related Assessment(s) of that Education - Applicant must enroll immediately in Vocational Instructor Preparation (VIP) program. (Exception: Those teachers that have a currently valid five-year license or have completed an alternate route program do not have to enroll in VIP.) - Applicant must complete the individualized professional development plan (PDP) requirements of the VIP program prior to the expiration date of the three-year Career & Technical license. - Applicant must successfully complete the Certification of Online Learning (COOL) workshop, module or course approved by MDE. - Applicant must successfully complete the Healthcare and Clinical Services Certification workshop, module, or course that is approved by the Mississippi Department of Education. Note: If the applicant meets all requirements listed above, that applicant will be issued a 961 endorsement-a five-year license. If the applicant meets the educational and occupational experience requirements, but does not meet all other requirements, the applicant may be issued one (1) three-year endorsement (license), and all requirements stated above must be satisfied prior to the ending date of that license.
$45k-76k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Senior Digital Copywriter
Intermountain Health 3.9
News writer job in Jackson, MS
As the Digital Copywriter - Senior you will partner with key stakeholders to dive deep into market research, competitive benchmarks, and other innovative consumer brands to understand an audience's motivations and behaviors and create content that optimizes member journeys and drives conversions.
We're looking for an experienced creative with a proven track record of content strategy and writing that gets results across multiple digital and print channels (e.g., in-app message, mobile push, email, SMS, and mailers). This position is right for someone who's passionate not just about copywriting, but also about understanding an audience's behavior and motivations, and how to use those using insights to drive conversions.
+ The following states are currently paused for sourcing new candidates or for new relocation requests for current caregivers :
+ **California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington.**
**Essential Functions**
+ Optimizes existing communications efforts by activating new motivational/behavioral levers
+ Creates new digital and multi-channel journeys to encourage behavioral change
+ Creates hyper-personalized content using a library of modular assets and dynamic templates
+ Ensures all content is driven by data-driven hypotheses with a focus on on incremental improvements
+ Manages digital style guide alignment with brand and content standards
+ Partner with UX/UI design team members on a design system to support modularized content on digital channels
**Skills**
+ Copywriting
+ Research
+ Behavioral Design
+ Project Management
+ Communication
+ Editing
+ Time Management
+ Performance Marketing
+ Marketing Operations
+ Consumer Journeys
**Required Qualifications**
+ Demonstrated experience in marketing, copywriting, digital design/writing, digital experience or related field
+ Proven experience writing dynamic, personalized and omni-channel content
+ Strong understanding of consumer data, problem solving, project management, digital marketing and communication channels
+ Proven track record of managing a portfolio of content and projects across multiple product lines
+ Experience working in an Agile environment and/or rapid test and learn environment
+ Must be technically capable, an excellent communicator, have a desire to improve processes, and proven capabilities to build relationships with organizational stakeholders
**Physical Requirements**
+ Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.
+ Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.
+ Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc.
**Location:**
SelectHealth - Murray
**Work City:**
Murray
**Work State:**
Utah
**Scheduled Weekly Hours:**
40
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$45.55 - $71.73
We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here (***************************************************** .
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.
All positions subject to close without notice.
$52k-79k yearly est. 3d ago
Senior Medical Writer - FSP
Parexel 4.5
News writer job in Jackson, MS
The Senior Medical Writer will research, create, and edit all documents associated with clinical research. Responsibilities also include: acting as primary client contact for medical writing projects, working with other Parexel departments and clients to set and meet internal/external deliverable timelines, project leadership, and training and support of junior medical writing staff.
**Key Accountabilities** :
**Author Clinical Documents**
+ Gather, review, analyze, and evaluate pertinent resources to prepare, develop, and finalize clinical documents for submission to regulatory authorities, including but not limited to: briefing documents, investigator brochures, study protocols, model informed consents, interim and final clinical study reports, common technical document (CTD) clinical overviews and summaries, safety update/aggregate reports, and integrated summaries of safety and efficacy.
+ Revise document drafts based on the review comments from team members to ensure inclusion of all relevant input.
+ Follow required standard operating procedures (SOPs), templates, guidelines, regulations, client instructions and other processes, as applicable.
+ Perform literature searches/reviews as necessary to obtain background information and training for development of documents.
+ Review statistical analysis plans and mock statistical output to determine appropriateness of content/format for clinical writing.
**Quality Control**
+ Ensure that all work is complete and of high quality prior to team distribution or shipment to client.
+ Confirm data consistency and integrity across the document.
+ Prepare documents for publishing readiness, when applicable.
+ Ensure document structure, content, and style adheres to FDA/EMA or other appropriate regulatory guidelines, and comply with departmental, corporate or client SOPs and style guidelines, as applicable.
+ Provide suggested alternative content when contributors provide content that does not meet document needs.
+ Provide medical editing review of draft and final documents prepared by other writers before internal or external distribution. This includes both copyediting and content review.
**Document Project Management**
+ Act in the capacity of project manager/lead for medical writing projects, which may entail serving as the primary client contact, negotiating deliverable timelines, and resolving project-related issues. Project management of contractual and financial aspects may only be performed with the guidance of medical writing management.
+ Serve as the Medical Writing representative on assigned project teams and demonstrate document leadership: communicate content requirements, coordinate and conduct interdepartmental team review of draft and final documents, schedule and lead/facilitate authoring team meetings to agree on expectations, evaluate progress on tasks, identify issues and facilitate resolutions, manage/drive the timeline, and advance document development to approval, according to Parexel or client guidelines/SOPs. Distribute final documents to project team and client.
+ Identify any potential project challenges to departmental line management and project leader, including changes in project plan, timeline or out of scope requests, and suggest possible resolution options.
+ Attend or lead project team meetings as required. Mediate conflict or disagreement, as well as timeline delays, among team members by negotiating, compromising, and facilitating open exchange of ideas and opinions to come to a consensus.
+ Supervise collection of documentation by Medical Writing Support Coordinator, Document Specialist, and/or Associate Medical Writer for assembly of project files and client deliverables. Ensure appropriate filing of project documentation with assistance from the Medical Writing Support Coordinator.
+ Build and maintain collaborative relationships with teams/clients for an efficient, productive, and professional working relationship.
**Training/ Compliance**
+ Attend and complete mandatory, corporate, project-specific, and departmental training as required.
+ Keep abreast of professional information and technology through workshops and conferences (when approved), and assure appropriate transfer of that information to the department.
+ Assist in the training/mentoring of new staff as well as less experienced departmental members.
**General**
+ Attend departmental and company meetings as necessary.
+ Comply with departmental procedures and requirements, such as completion of project assignment and workload trackers on the applicable software platform.
+ When requested, assist management with preparation of resourcing estimates for potential new medical writing projects, or review request for proposal packages to determine content and appropriateness of materials required for development of clinical documents.
+ Initiate and participate in departmental or interdepartmental process improvement and training initiatives, including development of departmental SOPs, templates, and general guidelines for clinical documentation and workflow procedures.
**Skills:**
+ Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
+ Ability to consistently produce documents of high quality.
+ Demonstrates attention to details and proactivity.
+ Ability to understand all necessary steps in a project, plan ahead, and identify critical paths.
+ A flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning; readily adapts to changes.
+ Ability to efficiently manage time spent on tasks and proactively identify deficiency. Manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritize workload with attention to detail, e.g., organizational skills.
+ Competent working in a matrix environment and values the importance of teamwork. Possesses team leadership skills and cross-cultural sensitivity.
+ Ability to negotiate on behalf of medical writing to ensure resources, timelines and expectations are aligned.
+ Understands and satisfies client needs.
+ Gains trust and establish a connection with the client beyond one's project, to gain repeat business and/or to widen existing scope and services.
+ Provides departmental expertise and perspectives to promote prospective business opportunities; provide Parexel colleagues with pertinent information to formalize a sound business strategy.
**Knowledge and Experience** :
+ Demonstrated understanding of clinical research, the drug development process, and industry guidelines and regulations, e.g., ICH-GCP.
+ Extensive clinical/scientific writing skills.
+ Scientific background essential; writing experience includes multiple clinical documents: study reports, study protocols, or CTD documents or similar.
+ Advanced word processing skills, including MS Office (expertise in Word); software and systems knowledge or ability to learn and adapt to various IT systems: document management systems, collaborative authoring (e.g., SharePoint), and file conversion and databases (Excel).
+ Fluent in written and spoken English with appropriate attention to phraseology, grammar, and punctuation.
+ If required to perform translation work and quality control of documents written in non-English language, proficiency in relevant language is a prerequisite
**Education:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences/Health Related Sciences or equivalent.
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EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
$65k-95k yearly est. 15d ago
Contracts and Grants Specialist
MSU Jobs 3.8
News writer job in Starkville, MS
The Forest and Wildlife Research Center/College of Forest Resources, Mississippi State University is seeking to fill a 12 month, fulltime, Contract & Grant Specialist position within the Department of Sustainable Bioproducts.
This position manages and provides support for pre and/or post-award activities within the Sustainable Bioproducts department for extramural projects including proposal development assistance, accounting reconciliations and forecasts, contract and grant management.
Salary Grade: UC
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
One of three departments in the College of Forest Resources, the Department of Sustainable Bioproducts activities include undergraduate/graduate instructions, research and service programs in natural resources.
Area of Specialization:
Contracts and Grants
Anticipated Appointment Date:
March 1, 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Incumbent will be responsible for assisting Principal Investigators (PIs) in the development, preparation, and submission of grant and contract proposals. Ensuring all applications comply with agency and university guidelines. Assisting PIs with adherence to funding agency requirements (budget requirements, bio sketches, current & pending support, other required forms, cost sharing obligations, etc.) for consistency, accuracy, and completeness. Coordinating with PIs and pre-award and/or post-award support staff at collaborating institutions to secure necessary sub award documents for proposals.
Ensuring proposals are entered and routed in a timely manner for further review. Providing monthly sponsored account reports and balances, reviews expenditures for compliance, resolves accounting issues, and prepares spending projections for awards. Monitoring proposals and award (non-financial/financial) status and advising PIs on requirements and deadlines associated with reports, research protection and protocols. Advising PIs and assisting with budget adjustments, modifications, and revisions necessary to meet the sponsor requirements. Assisting PIs with navigating search tools and communicates funding opportunities and proposals. Staying informed of sponsor updates and changes relative to grants administration.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
Experience: One year of relevant experience.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Particular consideration will be given to candidate with expertise, experience, and/or high potential in the topics outlined above along with demonstrated experience with grants and contracts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Incumbent should be adept with the following skills and abilities:
• Ability to analyze budgetary line items for compliance with budget guidelines.
• Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Information research skills.
• Database management skills.
• Organizing and coordinating skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Spreadsheet, database, and word processing skills mandatory.
• Knowledge of mathematics.
• Ability to provide technical advice and information to faculty and staff in area of expertise.
• Knowledge of federal, state and/or community funding sources and mechanisms.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Knowledge of grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, federal and university regulations.
• Knowledge of the Uniform Guidance (OMB Circulars) and standard cost accounting.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Attention to detail.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Physical requirements:
1. No unusual physical requirements.
2. Requires no heavy lifting, and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.
3. Frequent - Externally imposed deadlines; set and revised beyond one's control; interruptions influence priorities; difficult to anticipate nature or volume of work with certainty beyond a few days; irregular hours may be anticipated; meeting of deadlines and coordination of unrelated activities are key to position.
4. Job frequently requires walking, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands
5. Job requires standing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting up to 10 pounds
6. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically
7. Hearing requirements: Heavy telephone contact requires ability to hear and respond to telephone conversations
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: ***********************************
Applicants must apply online at ******************** by attaching the following as a PDF: cover letter, copies of transcripts of all degrees, diplomas, and the complete contact information for at least three professional references. Applicant should redact their social security number if it appears on their academic transcript prior to submitting it online. Incomplete applications will be ineligible. Screening of applications will begin February 3, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. MS Teams/Skype/video conference Interviews may be requested. Anticipated hire date is March 1, 2026.
NOTE: Official transcripts of all degrees will be required upon employment.
Screening Date:
January 30, 2026, until filled.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, **************.
What do I do if I need an accommodation?
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: ************** or *******************.
If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at ************** or *******************. Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.
$39k-52k yearly est. Easy Apply 15d ago
Senior Technical Writer
Bollinger Shipyards 4.7
News writer job in Moss Point, MS
Job Title: Senior Technical Writer
The Senior Technical Writer develops, writes, and edits material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications in print or electronic media.
Key Responsibilities:
Writes technical manuals as per government and military standards.
Reads and comprehends government contracts, standards, etc.
Shipboard validation lead.
Enters into configuration status accounting system.
Manages ECPs.
Researches and comprehends maintenance tasks and operational procedures on commercial equipment loaded aboard watercraft vessels.
Other duties assigned or requested by Management.
Travels when requested for job related functions, such as publications research and shipboard validation.
Qualifications:
A minimum of 5 years of technical writing experience.
Experience in developing content for damage control and/or system manuals.
Ability to review and comprehend Engineering drawings.
General knowledge of watercraft vessels and their installed components.
B.S. degree in English or Technical Writing is preferred.
Extensive computer knowledge, preferably in Arbortext (Epic) Editor or Adobe Frame Maker and Microsoft Office software.
Skills and Abilities:
General understanding of watercraft vessels and their installed components.
Knowledge of military publications and specifications, especially for the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Army and/or U.S. Navy preferred.
Knowledge of SGML/XML software preferred.
Knowledge of Interactive Electronic Technical Publications preferred.
Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.
$44k-61k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Evening Anchor/Reporter
WXXV
News writer job in Gulfport, MS
About the Role: WXXV-TV, the FOX/NBC/CW affiliate serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast, is looking for a dynamic and driven Evening Anchor/Reporter to join our news team. This is a great opportunity for a passionate storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced newsroom and wants to connect with the local community.
In this role, you will be responsible for anchoring some of our evening newscasts, reporting on impactful local stories, and delivering compelling content across multiple platforms. We're looking for someone who is confident on the desk, effective in the field, and skilled at engaging audiences on digital and social media. The ideal candidate will be someone willing to be a newsroom leader on the evening shift and willing to help mentor producers and reporters.
Responsibilities:
Anchor assigned newscasts with professionalism, credibility, and energy
Enterprise, shoot, write, and edit compelling news stories for broadcast and digital platforms
Assist with producing newscasts on a fill-in basis occasionally.
Deliver live reports from the field with accuracy and clarity
Develop and maintain sources to break exclusive stories that matter to our viewers
Engage with audiences on social media and contribute to digital coverage
Work closely with producers and directors to execute high-quality newscasts
Represent WXXV at community events and station initiatives
Adhere to ethical journalism standards and best practices
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field
1-3 years of on-air experience preferred (will consider strong entry-level candidates)
Strong writing, storytelling, and live reporting skills. Producing skills are also a plus.
Ability to shoot and edit video (experience with Edius or similar software is a plus)
Comfortable with social media platforms and digital news strategies
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a passion for local news
Why Join WXXV?
Be part of a growing newsroom with a commitment to local storytelling
Gain experience in a market with diverse news coverage, from coastal weather to military and tourism stories
Work and live along the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast
If you're ready to make an impact and grow in your career, we want to hear from you!
How to Apply:
Send your resume, a link to your reel, and a cover letter detailing why you're the right fit for WXXV to [email protected], with the subject line Anchor/Reporter Application - [Your Name].
Employment at WXXV shall be based on merit, qualification, and competence. Employment practice shall not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or an employee's race, age, sex, religion, color, national origin, or disability. Females and minorities are encouraged to apply.
We utilize DMV and criminal background checks as a condition of employment.
$42k-76k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
MultiMedia Journalist
Tribune Broadcasting Company II 4.1
News writer job in Hattiesburg, MS
The Multimedia Journalist Reporter produces, reports, shoots, writes, voices, edits and feeds news production content for all platforms in a manner that is clear, engaging and meaningful to news consumers.
Reports news stories for broadcast, describing the background and details of events
Arranges interviews with people who can provide information about stories
Reviews copy and corrects errors in content, grammar and punctuation, following prescribed editorial style and formatting guidelines
Reviews and evaluates notes taken about event aspects to isolate pertinent facts and details
Determines a story's emphasis, length and format, and organizes material accordingly
Researches and analyzes background information related to news stories to be able to provide complete and accurate information
Gathers information about events through research, interviews, experience or attendance at political, news, sports, artistic, social or other functions
Pitches stories to news managers and news producers which are relevant to the local community
Receives assignments and evaluates leads and tips to develop story ideas
Discusses issues with producers and/or news managers to establish priorities or positions
Checks reference materials such as books, news files or public records to obtain relevant facts
Revises work to meet editorial approval or to fit time requirements
Shoots and edits news events and news reports
Produces and presents reports for all platforms
Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality
Writes stories for the web and other eMedia platforms
Interacts with viewers/users on social media sites
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Requirements & Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience
Fluency in English
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with the ability to
ad lib
when required
Minimum two years' experience in news reporting (Depending on market size)
Superior on-air presence
Proficiency with computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, fax machines and other office equipment
Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Valid driver's license with a good driving record
Flexibility to work any shift
$34k-48k yearly est. Auto-Apply 28d ago
Intern, Editorial (Summer 2026)
Southern Poverty Law Center 3.6
News writer job in Jackson, MS
The SPLC is seeking a highly motivated Editorial Intern who is passionate about storytelling and advancing social justice through impactful writing!
The Southern Poverty Law Center offers internships to exceptional students enrolled in accredited undergraduate and graduate schools who possess strong academic backgrounds, excellent writing skills, and a commitment to public interest work. The Center is a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements, and advance the human rights of all people. As an internationally recognized nonprofit organization, the Center is dedicated to reducing bigotry and oppression through research and public education, outreach, litigation, and advocacy.
Who You Are
Passionate. Demonstrated passion for advancing civil rights and social justice issues through compelling storytelling and clear communication.
Writer. Ability to write clearly and succinctly across various formats.
Curious. A natural sense of curiosity and commitment to accuracy in reporting and research.
Collaborator. Ability to productively work with the Editorial team and independently to support organizational communications.
Organized. Self-starter who is detail-oriented, with strong typography skills and the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines.
Mission, Vision & Culture Alignment. Demonstrate an awareness for SPLC's mission, vision, and values.
What You'll Do
Collaborate with and support the Editorial team in drafting internal and external written content.
Report and write a variety of content for internal and external organizational projects for the website and printed materials.
Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification.
Uphold our JEDI principles by seeking diverse collaborators and partners that can deliver genuine, authentic and impactful work while ensuring their contributions are directed towards the shared mission, vision and values of the Center and department's goals.
Minimum Qualifications
We are committed to equitable hiring practices. Therefore, you must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the role.
Currently enrolled in an accredited 4-year journalism, English literature, public relations program or related program and will not graduate before August 2026;
Strong academic background;
Excellent writing skills.
Compensation & Benefits
The Center pays $17.95 per hour. Interns are expected to work 40 hours a week and there may be an opportunity for supervisor approved overtime
Where & How You'll Work
This role has the following work designations:
Remote Local: Will work remotely but is expected to attend work-related activities that occur at the SPLC offices or in the states in which the SPLC operates.
This position will report to the Director, Editorial Services.
Other Special Considerations
This job is performed under general office conditions and is not subject to any strenuous physical demands or dangerous conditions.
Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to inquiries by telephone.
Interns are expected to begin on June 1, 2026. A minimum commitment of ten consecutive weeks is expected. We unfortunately are not able to split summers.
To apply, please submit your resume, transcript, and cover letter by 5:00pm CST on Monday, February 23, 2026.
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally without regard to age, caregiver status, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, national origin, on the basis of genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, or veteran status.
$18 hourly Auto-Apply 9d ago
Senior Technical Writer
Confluent 4.6
News writer job in Jackson, MS
**Employment Type:** FullTime Remote **Department** Product **Compensation:** $155.7K - $183K - Offers Equity _At Confluent, we are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits that are in line with industry standards. We analyze and carefully consider several factors when determining compensation, including work history, education, professional experience, and location. The actual pay may vary depending on your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In addition, Confluent offers a wide range of employee benefits. To learn more about our benefits click_ here (****************************** _._
**Overview**
We're not just building better tech. We're rewriting how data moves and what the world can do with it. With Confluent, data doesn't sit still. Our platform puts information in motion, streaming in near real-time so companies can react faster, build smarter, and deliver experiences as dynamic as the world around them.
It takes a certain kind of person to join this team. Those who ask hard questions, give honest feedback, and show up for each other. No egos, no solo acts. Just smart, curious humans pushing toward something bigger, together.
One Confluent. One Team. One Data Streaming Platform.
**About the Role:**
Confluent is looking for an expert Technical Writer to help document Confluent, a more complete distribution of the Apache Kafka distributed streaming platform. We are looking for a writer with a passion for technology and communication. Confluent has a culture that values documentation, which means you will get contributions from engineers, the community, and more! You will make it easy for developers to build a streaming platform and put it at the heart of every company.
**What You Will Do:**
+ Work cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, Support, and more to create best-of-breed documentation that ensures customer success.
+ Produce documentation with unified examples, consistent style, and jaw-dropping quality.
+ Create documentation in an SEO-friendly, LLM-optimized, searchable, browsable, and automated way.
**What You Will Bring:**
+ 5+ years experience writing technical documentation for an external developer audience.
+ Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
+ Demonstrated portfolio of work that sets the bar for technical documentation.
+ Ability to work in a modern documentation toolchain, including Git and GitHub experience.
+ Experience using re StructuredText, Markdown, or equivalent.
+ Experience reading code in languages such as Java or Python.
+ Experience using cloud products and documenting distributed systems technologies.
+ Proven project management and cross-team collaboration skills.
+ Experience using generative AI tools such as Cursor or GitHub Copilot to help with content creation, code summarization, or to improve writing clarity
+ Bachelor's Degree in English, Technical Writing, Computer Science, Learning Technology, or related field.
**Ready to build what's next? Let's get in motion.**
**Come As You Are**
Belonging isn't a perk here. It's the baseline. We work across time zones and backgrounds, knowing the best ideas come from different perspectives. And we make space for everyone to lead, grow, and challenge what's possible.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Employment decisions are based on job-related criteria, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.
$45k-61k yearly est. 1d ago
Contracts and Grants Specialist
Mississippi State University (Ms 4.1
News writer job in Starkville, MS
The Forest and Wildlife Research Center/College of Forest Resources, Mississippi State University is seeking to fill a 12 month, fulltime, Contract & Grant Specialist position within the Department of Sustainable Bioproducts. This position manages and provides support for pre and/or post-award activities within the Sustainable Bioproducts department for extramural projects including proposal development assistance, accounting reconciliations and forecasts, contract and grant management.
Salary Grade: UC
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
One of three departments in the College of Forest Resources, the Department of Sustainable Bioproducts activities include undergraduate/graduate instructions, research and service programs in natural resources.
Area of Specialization:
Contracts and Grants
Anticipated Appointment Date:
March 1, 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Incumbent will be responsible for assisting Principal Investigators (PIs) in the development, preparation, and submission of grant and contract proposals. Ensuring all applications comply with agency and university guidelines. Assisting PIs with adherence to funding agency requirements (budget requirements, bio sketches, current & pending support, other required forms, cost sharing obligations, etc.) for consistency, accuracy, and completeness. Coordinating with PIs and pre-award and/or post-award support staff at collaborating institutions to secure necessary sub award documents for proposals.
Ensuring proposals are entered and routed in a timely manner for further review. Providing monthly sponsored account reports and balances, reviews expenditures for compliance, resolves accounting issues, and prepares spending projections for awards. Monitoring proposals and award (non-financial/financial) status and advising PIs on requirements and deadlines associated with reports, research protection and protocols. Advising PIs and assisting with budget adjustments, modifications, and revisions necessary to meet the sponsor requirements. Assisting PIs with navigating search tools and communicates funding opportunities and proposals. Staying informed of sponsor updates and changes relative to grants administration.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
Experience: One year of relevant experience.
Salary commensurate with experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Particular consideration will be given to candidate with expertise, experience, and/or high potential in the topics outlined above along with demonstrated experience with grants and contracts.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Incumbent should be adept with the following skills and abilities:
* Ability to analyze budgetary line items for compliance with budget guidelines.
* Ability to perform complex tasks and to prioritize multiple projects.
* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
* Information research skills.
* Database management skills.
* Organizing and coordinating skills.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
* Spreadsheet, database, and word processing skills mandatory.
* Knowledge of mathematics.
* Ability to provide technical advice and information to faculty and staff in area of expertise.
* Knowledge of federal, state and/or community funding sources and mechanisms.
* Records maintenance skills.
* Knowledge of grant funding policies and procedures and applicable local, state, federal and university regulations.
* Knowledge of the Uniform Guidance (OMB Circulars) and standard cost accounting.
* Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
* Attention to detail.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Physical requirements:
1. No unusual physical requirements.
2. Requires no heavy lifting, and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility.
3. Frequent - Externally imposed deadlines; set and revised beyond one's control; interruptions influence priorities; difficult to anticipate nature or volume of work with certainty beyond a few days; irregular hours may be anticipated; meeting of deadlines and coordination of unrelated activities are key to position.
4. Job frequently requires walking, sitting, reaching, talking, hearing, handling objects with hands
5. Job requires standing, stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling, and lifting up to 10 pounds
6. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically
7. Hearing requirements: Heavy telephone contact requires ability to hear and respond to telephone conversations
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: ***********************************
Applicants must apply online at ******************** by attaching the following as a PDF: cover letter, copies of transcripts of all degrees, diplomas, and the complete contact information for at least three professional references. Applicant should redact their social security number if it appears on their academic transcript prior to submitting it online. Incomplete applications will be ineligible. Screening of applications will begin February 3, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. MS Teams/Skype/video conference Interviews may be requested. Anticipated hire date is March 1, 2026.
NOTE: Official transcripts of all degrees will be required upon employment.
Screening Date:
January 30, 2026, until filled.
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, **************.
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$33k-42k yearly est. 15d ago
Sportsbook Writer - Part Time - Harrah's Gulf Coast
Caesars Entertainment 3.8
News writer job in Biloxi, MS
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Supervises all wagering policies of the Race& Sports books Ensure all AML & Title 31 procedures are followed and tracked accurately Supervises the function of all personnel in Sportsbook Operations insuring maximum productivity. Ensure Betting limits guidelines are followed Insures customer recognition and development are foremost duties for all personnel, using tools available appropriately. Ensures that departmental procedures conform to all regulatory requirements and provide maximum security for the company's assets. Assures facilities and equipment are available and functioning properly. Resolve any disputes by following posted house rules and working with local regulatory bodies to ensure compliance Greets customers; inputs betting information into computer; prints ticket; accepts money and gives ticket and change to customers. Accurately maintains bank. Verifies winning tickets. Handles and solves any concerns and questions by customers. Explains wagering information when needed. Maintains and updates betting boards or Televisions for customers to view. Meets the attendance guidelines of the job and adheres to regulatory, departmental and company policies.
Qualifications: Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be Sports enthusiast and at least 6 months previous cash handling experience.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with guests and employees. Excellent verbal and written skills in English. Ability to explain wagering to new guests Excellent organizational skills. 2 years supervisory experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required. PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Must be able sit and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to maneuver to all areas of the casino. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, twist and grip items. Must be able to walk and be on feet for long periods of time. Must possess a sense of urgency and keep pace with peak levels of business and customer demands. Must be able to work in stressful situations with constant public contact and frequent interruptions. Must possess basic math skills. Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues in a loud, fast paced environment. Must be able to tolerate secondary tobacco smoke. Must be able to work any day, any shift.
$20k-26k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Digital News Desk Anchor - Wlbt
Gray Media
News writer job in Jackson, MS
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
About WLBT:
WLBT is Mississippi's flagship station and the dominant #1 local TV and digital media in Central Mississippi. We are an NBC affiliate that consistently produces award-winning local news coverage. Jackson, MS, is market #98 with a 24-county DMA. It is Mississippi's largest TV market and state capital, offering great museums, several local universities, and is home to the largest medical facilities in the state, including the prestigious University of Mississippi Medical Center. With our great weather, Mississippi is about the outdoors. An extensive network of walking, running, and cycling trails is available across the metro. And if you love a weekend getaway, Jackson is located within a short drive from beautiful Gulf Coast beaches, New Orleans, Memphis, Birmingham, Nashville, Dallas, and Atlanta.
If you're a sports fan, we have you covered. We host the PGA with the Sanderson Farms Championship. We have two SWAC schools in our DMA, Jackson State and Alcorn State. If you love SEC sports, we have four schools (Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Alabama, and LSU) less than three hours away. And Saints, Pelicans, and Grizzlies fans have an easy drive to NOLA and Memphis.
More info on WLBT - Jackson, MS
Link - ************************************************************
Job Summary/Description:
This position is for the inquisitive journalist who enjoys exploring topics in-depth through engaging discussions and interviews. This person will produce and host a daily show and lead breaking news coverage on our Digital News Desk.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Anchor a daily show from our Digital News Desk
- Produce the content and arrange interviews for the daily digital show.
- Record and publish videos to stories on our digital platforms
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Experience as a television news MMJ, Anchor, or host of an issues-oriented radio or online show.
- College degree or equivalent military or work experience in a journalism/communications-related field
If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to **************************************** you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references.
(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the
Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)
WLBT-TV/Gray Media is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.