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  • Multi-Media Journalist

    Nexstar Media Group 4.3company rating

    News writer job in Des Moines, IA

    PURPOSE FOR THE POSITION: Contribute in any way necessary to the content gathering and producing for WHO 13. PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL TO THE JOB: Engaging on-air and online personality. Ability to write web, text, and social-media versions of news stories. Ability to shoot and to edit video and sound. Ability to operate ENG Live truck. Ability to enterprise news stories. Ability to write and interpret broadcast-news copy. Ability to report live-breaking news. Ability to handle deadline pressure. Ability to drive news vehicles when needed. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license Computer literate. Experience with Final Cut Pro preferred Knowledge of social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, etc. 2 years television newsroom experience 2 years news reporting/writing experience preferred. 4-year college degree preferred Work under extreme pressure, deadlines, and adverse weather conditions Desk work, walking, and standing. RELATIONSHIPS: Internal contacts: All station personnel External contacts: General public STATEMENT ABOUT OTHER DUTIES: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, special projects, technological developments, etc.
    $49k-69k yearly est. Auto-Apply 41d ago
  • Multimedia Journalist

    News-Press & Gazette 3.4company rating

    News writer job in Columbia, MO

    ABC17 News is seeking a full-time Multimedia Journalist that will be expected to perform live reporting in the field and bring enterprised story ideas to work every day and work within a research-driven newsroom. Employee must have the flexibility to work in the modern newsroom and could be called upon to beat report, shoot video, produce, web edit, etc. Job Description: The successful candidate duties will include gathering information, writing, shooting, cultivating sources and editing stories for nightly newscasts and station website. Qualifications: Applicants must have the ability to communicate, strong writing and organizational skills, videography, video tape editing and professional on-camera presence. Bachelor degree in journalism, communication or related field is preferred. Previous newsroom experience is a plus. Candidate must have a valid Missouri driver's license and pass a drug test and background check. Applicants must provide a cover letter and resume when applying. NPG of Missouri, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Posting closes when position is filled
    $81k-113k yearly est. 2d ago
  • Multi-Media Journalist

    Tribune Broadcasting Company II 4.1company rating

    News writer job in Des Moines, IA

    PURPOSE FOR THE POSITION: Contribute in any way necessary to the content gathering and producing for WHO 13. PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONS ESSENTIAL TO THE JOB: Engaging on-air and online personality. Ability to write web, text, and social-media versions of news stories. Ability to shoot and to edit video and sound. Ability to operate ENG Live truck. Ability to enterprise news stories. Ability to write and interpret broadcast-news copy. Ability to report live-breaking news. Ability to handle deadline pressure. Ability to drive news vehicles when needed. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license Computer literate. Experience with Final Cut Pro preferred Knowledge of social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, etc. 2 years television newsroom experience 2 years news reporting/writing experience preferred. 4-year college degree preferred Work under extreme pressure, deadlines, and adverse weather conditions Desk work, walking, and standing. RELATIONSHIPS: Internal contacts: All station personnel External contacts: General public STATEMENT ABOUT OTHER DUTIES: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, special projects, technological developments, etc.
    $40k-53k yearly est. Auto-Apply 39d ago
  • Writer (Temporary Appointment)

    Ita Group Inc. 4.5company rating

    News writer job in West Des Moines, IA

    DESCRIPTION We are seeking a Temporary Writer to support our Engagement Communications department during a period of increased seasonal volume, anticipated from December through April (with the possibility of extension into May, depending on business needs). In this role, the Writer will collaborate with internal and external clients to conceive, write, and produce high-quality, creative, and effective print and digital communication solutions. The focus will be on supporting more complex projects that require strategic thinking, strong storytelling, and attention to detail. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Full-time, on-site presence (40 hours / week) at our West Des Moines headquarters for the duration of the temporary assignment. Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations or English. Minimum three years' experience as a Writer in an advertising agency or similar environment. Strong creative abilities and the ability to develop innovative ideas and concepts. Working understanding of effective communication styles and techniques, including conceptualization, copy outlining, writing, editing and proofing for all media (social media, print, video and electronic). Ability to review own writing and critique it prior to presentation to internal or external clients. Ability to explain, create concept rationale to internal and/or external clients. Basic PC experience required. Software experience must include Microsoft Office Products and PowerPoint, as well basic formatting with Adobe InDesign. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent copyediting and proofing skills. Ability to handle multiple priorities and manage personal workflow and schedules even in the midst of stressful and difficult circumstances. Ability to listen, understand and respond to external and internal customers' needs in a timely manner; customer service experience in a service-related industry preferred. Ability to work the time necessary to complete projects and/or meet deadlines. ABOUT ITA GROUP ITA Group is an employee-owned engagement and loyalty company that provides data-driven solutions designed to uniquely motivate and inspire our clients' employees, channel partners and customers. Creating engaging employee experiences is at the heart of what we do and who we are, and we continuously evaluate our team member benefits to ensure our team members are cared for. We offer an array of competitive benefits, including healthy retirement contributions, health, dental and vision insurance, paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements, Volunteer Time Off, paid sabbaticals, anniversary awards and more! Come join our team, recently recognized by several top organizations as a Great Place to Work. ITA Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
    $68k-96k yearly est. Auto-Apply 59d ago
  • Morning News Anchor/MSJ

    Nexstar Media 3.7company rating

    News writer job in Springfield, MO

    Ozarks First in Springfield, Missouri, is hiring a morning News Anchor/Multiskilled Journalist. The candidate will be a newsroom leader and primary presenter of news stories, delivering clear, engaging, and meaningful content for our newscasts, website, and CTV App. Presents news stories and other content for linear, digital, CTV App, and social. Writes and produces content for linear, digital, CTV App, and social. Ensures that all content meets company standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. Writes and delivers news stories clearly and concisely. Strong writer, copy editor, and researcher. Acts as a field reporter or field anchor as assigned. Responds to breaking news and other urgent newsroom situations as required. Participates in promotional activities, including public appearances. Performs special projects and other duties as assigned. Edits video clips as assigned. Interact with viewers/users on social media sites. 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 five years' experience in news reporting or anchoring. Superior on-air presence. Excellent news judgment with an expansive knowledge of local and national current events, history, newsmakers, and issues. Experience guiding, directing, and motivating others. An ability to identify the developmental needs of others and to coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge or skills. Proficiency with all newsroom technology, including computers, telephones, copiers, scanners, and other office equipment. Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. An ability to effectively listen to fully understand problems and communicate with a team to shape a solution. Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
    $47k-54k yearly est. Auto-Apply 9d ago
  • Digital News Editor - Successful Farming

    People Inc. 3.0company rating

    News writer job in Des Moines, IA

    Major goals and objectives. This role administers many of the daily tasks of Agriculture.com, including updating the homepage, sending the newsletter, editing short videos, and posting to social media. This role is responsible for writing original articles on breaking news and new farm equipment for Agriculture.com. In addition, this individual will be responsible for posting freelance and partner articles to the website. Essential Job Functions 30% - Covering news for Agriculture.com, including writing articles, coordinating with the news and editorial team, and reporting on new equipment launches. The individual for this role needs to be able to react to news quickly and write articles with a short turnaround. 40% - Executing on news distribution, including updating the homepage, posting to social media, producing social media videos, and sending the daily newsletter. For each of these areas, that includes following best practices and using analytics to guide day-to-day decisions. 15% - Coordinating posting freelance and partner articles to Agriculture.com. This includes editing articles to align with Successful Farming's style and tone, and following best practices to optimize for Google Discover. This may include adding multimedia to these articles, including interactive graphs and charts and additional images. 15% - Travel to cover industry news events, including new product launches. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered. Education: Bachelor's degree in journalism, ag communications, or similar fields. Experience: Writing background is required. Experience with social media and using a content management system is preferred. Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: -Attention to detail -Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision -Ability to react quickly -Agriculture interest or background -Self starter It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing *************. The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: ********************************** #NMG#
    $28k-40k yearly est. Auto-Apply 37d ago
  • P.M. News Editor

    University of Missouri System 4.1company rating

    News writer job in Saint Louis, MO

    St. Louis Public Radio, an NPR member station, seeks a P.M. News Editor to strengthen our afternoon and evening news coverage. This editor will play a key role in managing and editing daily news content for broadcast and digital platforms, with a shift that starts in the early afternoon and ensures we remain responsive to breaking news, evening developments, and the needs of our audience beyond traditional work hours. (The default schedule would be approximately noon to 8 p.m., with adjustments in cases of planned coverage of evening meetings or other events.) The P.M. News Editor supervises a team of three or four reporters and collaborates closely with other editors, reporters and producers across the newsroom. This editor is responsible for assigning and editing stories and setting up the next day's morning team with well-edited material and context about any late-breaking developments. This position is ideal for someone with sharp news judgment, strong editing skills, and a commitment to public service journalism. It also offers a rare opportunity to shape STLPR's capacity for late-day news coverage and help build sustainable newsroom workflows that serve our audience well across the entire day. This is an opportunity to join a deeply collaborative, award-winning newsroom of nearly 30 journalists, committed to excellence, innovation and public service. STLPR is recognized nationally for ambitious storytelling and is a founding member of the Midwest Newsroom, which focuses on enterprise and investigative reporting. Our reporting regularly airs nationally on NPR, Marketplace and other programs. Key Responsibilities * Assign, guide and edit daily stories from a team of beat reporters, as well as other contributors with late-day stories. * Serve as STLPR's primary news editor from 5-8 p.m., with flexibility to adjust hours for night meetings and events or late-breaking coverage. * Edit web stories, broadcast scripts, newsletters and briefs for clarity, accuracy and consistency with STLPR's editorial standards and voice. * Coordinate with St. Louis on the Air and digital teams on evening content priorities and post-show publishing needs. * Support the morning team by producing web briefs and broadcast readers, and by sharing relevant developments in a handoff note. * Collaborate with the Dayside News Editor and other editorial leaders to ensure comprehensive daily coverage and workload balance. * Provide coaching and feedback to reporters, helping them strengthen their writing, sourcing and storytelling. * Occasionally edit high-impact stories outside of your direct team, particularly when subject matter expertise or newsroom need arises. Supervision Received The P.M. News Editor reports to the Managing Editor of News. Supervision Exercised This position supervises a team of 3-4 reporters and may occasionally coordinate with interns or freelance contributors. Location This position is based in St. Louis. The P.M. News Editor must live in or relocate to the region. A moving allowance is available in applicable situations. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas. Shift 40 hours per week Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary Preferred Qualifications * At least five years of professional newsroom experience, with at least two years in an editing, producing or assigning role. * Strong editing skills and a track record of improving clarity, structure and depth in others' work. * Proven ability to manage fast-moving news while maintaining accuracy and editorial integrity. * Familiarity with a newsroom CMS, audio scripting formats, and AP Style. * Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working across teams. * Strong organizational skills and comfort managing shifting priorities on deadline. * Experience covering or editing local news, especially in civic affairs or public policy. * Familiarity with the St. Louis region and its communities. * Comfort editing both audio and digital formats. * Experience managing or mentoring reporters. * Interest in contributing to the development of sustainable newsroom workflows. Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: 70,000 - 87,000 annual Grade: GGS- 011 University Title: Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in my HR. Application Materials * Application materials include a cover letter and resume. Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date. * Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the UMSL Careers: **************************************************** * Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). For questions about the application process, please email *******************. If you are experiencing technical problems, please email **************************. Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at *********************************************** Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at ***************. Apply for Job * Explore Jobs * Sign In * New User
    $31k-37k yearly est. Easy Apply 3d ago
  • Senior Copywriter

    Accenture 4.7company rating

    News writer job in Des Moines, IA

    We are: Accenture Song is the world's largest tech-powered creative group. We accelerate growth and value for our clients through sustained customer relevance. Our capabilities span ideation to execution: growth, product and experience design; technology and experience platforms; creative, media and marketing strategy; and campaign, content and channel orchestration. With strong client relationships and deep industry expertise , we help our clients operate at the speed of culture through the unlimited potential of creativity, technology and intelligence-both human and artificial. Visit us at: ********************** You are: We are searching for a Senior Copywriter who is passionate about their craft and eager to make an impact on the work we do. This individual is experienced within the creative industry and is comfortable with multiple medias-from interactive, to brand campaign, and digital content and has worked with a variety of clients, tones and voice styles and will ensure exceptional results . This position needs someone who is confident as an individual contributor, ready to jump in and take a leadership role when required and embraces collaboration to deliver the best concept and solutions. Our ideal candidate has a substantial portfolio of published creative work and professional writing experience. This person must thrive in a fast-paced work environment and enjoy working on numerous projects at once. But above all, this candidate is a strong writer who can easily adapt to different styles . The work: + Write compelling and creative copy for a variety of platforms and lengths across the funnel-from big idea campaigns and TV spots to long form content eBooks and social media ads + Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills + Demonstrate excellent presentation skills; comfortable presenting and defending concepts and copy for both internal and client-facing meetings + Deliver assignments on time while consistently meeting Accenture Song quality standards + Demonstrate proficiency in copy style guidelines + Understand and appreciate the importance of strategy + Manage multiple clients and deliverables simultaneously with keen attention to craft and detail + Handle all facets of production and post-production with minimal supervision + Lead and own work, and formulate and develop disruptive ideas with minimal oversight or creative direction + Lead and mentor junior copywriters and ensure Accenture Song quality standards in all copy deliverables Basic Qualifications: + At least 4 years of copywriting experience (B2B or B2C) + Minimum 2 of years agency or equivalent industry experience in the creative field across all media-including digital, social, film, longform content and print + Portfolio or samples of work demonstrating smart, strategic, disruptive and/or brand-building concepts and executions across multiple platforms. Bonus points if you have: + Bachelor's degree in creative writing, journalism, advertising, marketing, or English + Excellent presentation skills/public speaking + Clear point of view on AI and the future of advertising + Natural storytelling skills + Ability to work and thrive in a highly collaborative environment with multidisciplinary cross-function teams. + Expertise in strategic brainstorming and campaign development + Experience in using GenAI as part of your workflow + Experience with Telecomm, Media and Technology (CMT) industry clients + Experience in scaled AOR engagements + Portfolio includes award-winning, industry-acclaimed work for craft and creativity ( OneShow , AD&D, Cannes, Webbys , Emmys, Andys, Effies , ADC) + Fluent in social media platforms and trends Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply. Information on benefits is here. (************************************************************ Role Location Annual Salary Range California $63,800 to $145,400 Cleveland $59,100 to $116,300 Colorado $63,800 to $125,600 District of Columbia $68,000 to $133,700 Illinois $59,100 to $125,600 Maryland $63,800 to $125,600 Massachusetts $63,800 to $133,700 Minnesota $63,800 to $125,600 New York/New Jersey $59,100 to $145,400 Washington $68,000 to $133,700 Requesting an Accommodation Accenture is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by Accenture and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired. If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with Accenture and have accommodation needs such as for a disability or religious observance, please call us toll free at **************** or send us an email or speak with your recruiter. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. For details, view a copy of the Accenture Equal Opportunity Statement (******************************************************************************************************************************************** Accenture is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women. Other Employment Statements Applicants for employment in the US must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of Accenture or an affiliated Accenture business may not be eligible for consideration. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process. Further, at Accenture a criminal conviction history is not an absolute bar to employment. The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information. California requires additional notifications for applicants and employees. If you are a California resident, live in or plan to work from Los Angeles County upon being hired for this position, please click here for additional important information. Please read Accenture's Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.
    $68k-133.7k yearly 60d+ ago
  • NEWS REPORTER/PHOTOGRAPHER

    Woodward Communications 4.3company rating

    News writer job in Dyersville, IA

    Overall Responsibilities: * Write news and feature stories for both print and online as assigned by managing editor. * Take news and feature photos and video; assist with sports as needed. * Work in a professional manner with the public, representing our company in a positive way. Specific Responsibilities: * Develop an understanding of the area and issues to be able to initiate news sources and contacts to assist in stories. * Write accurate, fair, timely and interesting news and feature stories for weekly publications and special sections and magazines, following AP style. * Take accurate and complete notes while covering meetings and interviewing, using tape recorder as back up. * Take fresh and interesting photos and videos for news and feature coverage, meeting reproduction needs, getting accurate identities of all people and places in the photos and write clear, accurate and interesting cutlines. * Meet all deadlines as assigned. * Represent the newspaper in service areas. * Monitor ongoing news and issues in the area. * Assist in creation of, and adhere to, WCI policies and journalistic ethics. * Maintain a commitment to internal and external customer service. * Assist with drop off of inserts and other publication needs. * Adhere to WCI policies and journalistic ethics. * Actively participates in the Great Game of Business. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
    $31k-39k yearly est. 14d ago
  • Part-Time Producer/News Reporter

    Zimmer Communications

    News writer job in Springfield, MO

    Job Description Zimmer Communications is a locally owned company with deep community roots. We began in radio and have expanded into a full-service marketing partner offering digital strategy, social media, video production, and content marketing solutions. We are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering marketing that truly works. Key Responsibilities: Produce local news, sports, and talk programming for KWTO and KBFL. Produce live and recorded sporting events broadcast across Zimmer stations. Stay informed on current news and sports developments and provide on-air analysis as needed. Assist with booking guests for shows and coordinating interviews. Create and manage social media content for each show, including developing graphics, writing posts for Facebook, X, and other station platforms, and producing podcast versions of key show segments. Write and produce news content for on-air broadcasts, digital platforms, and social media; anchor newscasts as assigned by the News Director. Anchor severe weather coverage and participate in a rotating on-call schedule for storm coverage. Support music stations through voice tracking or filling in for on-air shifts as needed. Actively participate in staff meetings, consultant coaching sessions, and other company meetings as required. Qualifications: Highly motivated, creative, and self-directed professional. Strong ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments with excellent multitasking and organizational skills. Professional demeanor with outstanding verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to collaborate across departments to support station and company objectives. Job Requirements: Minimum of one year of radio experience in an on-air or production role preferred. Experience creating and managing social media content across multiple platforms. High school diploma or equivalent required.
    $36k-54k yearly est. 12d ago
  • News Reporter/ Mmj (Morning) - Kcrg

    Gray Media

    News writer job in Cedar Rapids, IA

    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 KCRG: KCRG-TV9 is the most-watched and most-trusted news outlet covering Eastern Iowa. Based in Cedar Rapids with a bureau in Dubuque, we are dedicated to being a part of our community and keeping that community informed. We produce 7 hours of news each day, support a robust social media and digital platform, and carry dozens of live sports and community events a year with our live production unit. Job Summary/Description: KCRG-TV9, the #1 rated news station covering Eastern Iowa, is seeking an enterprising morning news reporter to join our team. Our morning newscast is far and away the most watched in the market. This position helps produce original, enterprise reporting while driving breaking news coverage. This person should be able to multitask and plan ahead on enterprise reporting, while being adaptable to quickly shift gears into breaking news. The position demands multiple live shots daily, so previous experience reporting live is essential. All live shots are with a photographer, not solo. Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Shoot, write, and edit news content. - Present content live in a clear and engaging format. - Engage with viewers and sources through social media channels. - Reformat and write content for digital platforms. - Research story ideas using open records. - Develop and maintain sources. - Participate in story selection and play an active role in the editorial process. - Various shift work will be required; some holiday work is required. - Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications/Requirements: - Degree in journalism, communications, or related field. - Previous on-air experience in a TV newsroom setting. - Proven skills in news judgement and news writing. - Have and maintain a clean driving record. 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) KCRG-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.
    $31k-47k yearly est. 19d ago
  • Technical Anchor - DevSecOps & Platform Engineering

    Ford Motor Company 4.7company rating

    News writer job in Des Moines, IA

    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: ******************************* 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
    $88k-108k yearly est. 60d+ ago
  • Anchor Reporter

    Hearst 4.4company rating

    News writer job in Des Moines, IA

    KCCI, the CBS affiliate in Des Moines, is looking for a weekend Anchor/Reporter. The Anchor/Reporter is someone who can bring the energy of live reporting to our anchor desk. In addition to credibility, poise, and personality; you are an anchor who isn't afraid to head out into the field and break the big stories. You will enterprise exclusives, tell compelling stories, and complete live shots. You are someone who isn't afraid to ask the tough questions, will hold those in power accountable and help mentor producers and reporters. You will write and edit scripts with viewer interaction in mind. You are versatile, enterprising, and can work fast and efficiently, work well under tight deadlines, can develop sources, and have excellent live reporting skills. You will report to the News Director. Responsibilities Deliver scripted and ad-lib material with professionalism, personality, and purpose. Work with and guide reporters and producers in newscast production. Plans, gathers and assembles stories on day-of news or special project assignments. Create content across linear and digital platforms to meet viewers where they are Coordinate with news managers and producers to develop stories that go beyond surface details, that accentuate unique enterprise angles, and have exclusive content Develop a network of sources who provide tips, early access to information, and allow the reporter to break stories of significance Appear on behalf of the station at public events. Will contribute pictures, video and text updates to mobile platforms throughout the day Summarize information into easy-to-understand components Requirements 2+ years of anchor experience required 2+ years of reporting experience required Your demo reel is indicative of your everyday work Anchor that connects with viewers, in addition to reporting skills. Operate mobile transmission devices and use latest technology. Can work in all weather conditions, work varied shifts, including overnights and weekends Have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record Have and exhibit unwavering journalistic integrity and ethical standards Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production Values in Action At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization that fosters collaboration and open communication, ensuring that the content we create is authentic, accurate, and connected to the communities we serve. Benefits Hearst's benefit programs are modern, flexible and designed to focus on you. As a Hearst employee, you and your spouse or partner or dependents would have access to the following benefits. Medical | Dental | Vision 401(k) matching Emotional Wellness Support Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave LGBTQ+ Health Services Additional benefits to meet your and your family's needs
    $27k-42k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Digital News Editor - Successful Farming

    Meredith 4.4company rating

    News writer job in Des Moines, IA

    Major goals and objectives. This role administers many of the daily tasks of Agriculture.com, including updating the homepage, sending the newsletter, editing short videos, and posting to social media. This role is responsible for writing original articles on breaking news and new farm equipment for Agriculture.com. In addition, this individual will be responsible for posting freelance and partner articles to the website. Essential Job Functions 30% - Covering news for Agriculture.com, including writing articles, coordinating with the news and editorial team, and reporting on new equipment launches. The individual for this role needs to be able to react to news quickly and write articles with a short turnaround. 40% - Executing on news distribution, including updating the homepage, posting to social media, producing social media videos, and sending the daily newsletter. For each of these areas, that includes following best practices and using analytics to guide day-to-day decisions. 15% - Coordinating posting freelance and partner articles to Agriculture.com. This includes editing articles to align with Successful Farming's style and tone, and following best practices to optimize for Google Discover. This may include adding multimedia to these articles, including interactive graphs and charts and additional images. 15% - Travel to cover industry news events, including new product launches. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered. Education: Bachelor's degree in journalism, ag communications, or similar fields. Experience: Writing background is required. Experience with social media and using a content management system is preferred. Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: -Attention to detail -Ability to follow directions with minimal supervision -Ability to react quickly -Agriculture interest or background -Self starter It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing *************. The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: ********************************** #NMG#
    $29k-36k yearly est. Auto-Apply 40d ago
  • Writer/Editor (Cleared)

    Kentro 3.9company rating

    News writer job in Saint Louis, MO

    Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones. Kentro is hiring for an experienced Writer/Editor to support our NGA customer at the St., Louis, MO office. Responsibilities: Collaborate with developers and managers to clarify technical issues. Collect, organize, and update user needs in JIRA. Write, edit, and present information in multiple formats including Microsoft Office Suite tools and SharePoint. Update the SharePoint customer page, as needed, while acting as the user's advocate in product development. Solid understanding of the users as well as excellent interpersonal skills. Maintain records and files of work and revisions in shared file locations. Support other ad hoc technical writing or staff writing activities as assigned. Utilize critical thinking, data gathering, and analytic skills. Location: NGA office in St. Louis, MO (On-site full-time) Requirements 10 + years of experience as a Writer/Editor in a similar industry. Bachelor's Degree (minimum) Demonstrated experience providing strategic communications support, speechwriting, or technical writing. Demonstrate advanced oral and interpersonal communication skills and writing at collegiate and professional levels, especially news and feature writing. Demonstrated written and oral communication skills with drafting documents and briefings. Demonstrated experience with Associated Press (AP) Style guidelines. Willing and able to work on-site at the St. Louis office (entirely on-site role) Preferred Skills: Demonstrated experience working with Microsoft SharePoint. Demonstrated experience with HTML and CSS. Demonstrated experience working with Redmine or JIRA applications. Federal Government or DOD agency experience Clearance Requirements: Must have an active TS/SCI clearance and CI polygraph. US Citizenship Benefits The Company We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let's solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence. We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC). Industry Recognition Growth | Inc 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C. Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner - Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor's HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award Benefits We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees - Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development. We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities - virtual and in-person - e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy. Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements. As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness. We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. How to Apply To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the: “Apply for this Job” button at the bottom of this Job Description or the button at the top: “Application.” Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email ***************** and request assistance. Accommodations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email *****************. #LI-SH1 #kentro
    $47k-82k yearly est. 31d ago
  • Principal Medical Writer / Senior Medical Writer - US - FSP

    Parexel 4.5company rating

    News writer job in Des Moines, IA

    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. \#LI-CF1 \#LI-REMOTE 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.
    $58k-83k yearly est. 17d ago
  • Web Content Editor

    Logan University 4.1company rating

    News writer job in Chesterfield, MO

    Summary: Logan University is seeking a detail-oriented and tech-savvy Temporary Web Content Editor to support the Communications and IT teams. This role will focus on maintaining and updating the university's website, ensuring accuracy and consistency of content, troubleshooting technical issues, and monitoring livestream events to guarantee a seamless digital experience for prospective and current students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Key Responsibilities: * Update and maintain content across the Logan University website, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with brand standards. * Troubleshoot website functionality issues, escalating technical concerns to IT or external vendors when necessary. * Monitor livestream events hosted by the university, ensuring smooth operation and resolving minor technical issues in real time. * Conduct routine quality checks for broken links, outdated information, and formatting inconsistencies. * Assist in optimizing web content for accessibility, usability, and search engine visibility.
    $27k-34k yearly est. 8d ago
  • Copywriter Internship

    Signal Theory 3.3company rating

    News writer job in Kansas City, MO

    Our job at Signal Theory is to help people and brands connect in more meaningful ways through strategically sound creative solutions. To watch and learn how we do this, you'll work with an integrated team of copywriters, art directors, strategists, experience designers, content producers, account leaders, analysts and developers to shape the bigger brand picture for some of our clients. At Signal Theory, a copywriter intern is paired with a seasoned copywriter and assigned to one of our focus area teams. They will work most closely alongside that copywriter as well as other creatives (copywriters and art directors) on the team. There will be real work to be done for several of our clients. And the team will look for additional opportunities to provide as broad of an experience as possible. A copywriter intern at Signal Theory is responsible for bringing smart and original thinking to any project with direction and encouragement all along the way. It's important for a copywriter intern to effectively process information and feedback about their work. Clear articulation of ideas, creative choices and strategic direction is valued. A copywriter intern should embrace curiosity, responsibility, collaboration, optimism and - most importantly - creative thinking. A copywriter intern will: Be able to participate in group meetings. Eagerly volunteer when and wherever help is needed. Share and exchange thoughts and ideas with others in a positive and supportive manner. Help contribute to organized presentations. Effectively manage their time to meet responsibilities Use the appropriate tools in their work. Pay attention to the details. Have a good understanding of the English language and appropriate grammar. Eagerly provide multiple solutions to any given problem. The experience a copywriter intern will need. Portfolio or work samples showing a variety and well balanced scope of projects Our 2026 summer internship is an in-person paid 10-week program beginning June 2 and continuing through August 13. You'll be working in one of our two offices in Wichita, KS or Kansas City, MO, 3 days a week,Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday, and get a firsthand look at how we find the “why” in human behavior. You'll be supervised, coached and mentored by the best account management experts at the firm. The application deadline is January 31, 2026. Applications and submitted materials will be reviewed by an Internship Review Team and selected applicants will be invited to interview via video call.
    $25k-32k yearly est. Auto-Apply 44d ago
  • Writer/Editor (Cleared)

    Kentro 3.9company rating

    News writer job in Saint Louis, MO

    Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones. Kentro is hiring for an experienced Writer/Editor to support our NGA customer at the St., Louis, MO office. Responsibilities: Collaborate with developers and managers to clarify technical issues. Collect, organize, and update user needs in JIRA. Write, edit, and present information in multiple formats including Microsoft Office Suite tools and SharePoint. Update the SharePoint customer page, as needed, while acting as the user's advocate in product development. Solid understanding of the users as well as excellent interpersonal skills. Maintain records and files of work and revisions in shared file locations. Support other ad hoc technical writing or staff writing activities as assigned. Utilize critical thinking, data gathering, and analytic skills. Location: NGA office in St. Louis, MO (On-site full-time) Requirements 10 + years of experience as a Writer/Editor in a similar industry. Bachelor's Degree (minimum) Demonstrated experience providing strategic communications support, speechwriting, or technical writing. Demonstrate advanced oral and interpersonal communication skills and writing at collegiate and professional levels, especially news and feature writing. Demonstrated written and oral communication skills with drafting documents and briefings. Demonstrated experience with Associated Press (AP) Style guidelines. Willing and able to work on-site at the St. Louis office (entirely on-site role) Preferred Skills: Demonstrated experience working with Microsoft SharePoint. Demonstrated experience with HTML and CSS. Demonstrated experience working with Redmine or JIRA applications. Federal Government or DOD agency experience Clearance Requirements: Must have an active TS/SCI clearance and CI polygraph. US Citizenship Benefits The Company We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let's solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence. We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015) and two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC). Industry Recognition Growth | Inc 5000's Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C. Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner - Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor's HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award Benefits We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees - Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development. We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities - virtual and in-person - e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy. Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements. As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness. We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. How to Apply To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the: “Apply for this Job” button at the bottom of this Job Description or the button at the top: “Application.” Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email ***************** and request assistance. Accommodations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email *****************. #LI-SH1 #kentro
    $47k-82k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • SPORTS WRITER I

    Woodward Communications 4.3company rating

    News writer job in Dyersville, IA

    We have a part-time sports writer position available with Woodward Community Media newspapers based out of Dyersville, Iowa. Our sports writers cover local and area sports events, take photos, collect information and write the stories our subscribers look forward to reading. The qualified candidate must be able to work up to 15 hours per week and be available after 3 p.m. with occasional weekend work. Part-time benefits include competitive wage, employee stock ownership and 401(k) retirement plans.
    $31k-40k yearly est. 14d ago

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