Photo Editor
Writer And Editor Job In Des Moines, IA
Dotdash Meredith Travel Marketing is looking for a creative, energetic, self-motivated, and deadline-oriented team player to join our award-winning team. In this newly created role, the Photo Editor will report to the Creative Director of DDMTM and collaborate closely with other members of the Art, Photo, and branded content editorial departments.
Dotdash Meredith Travel Marketing (DDMTM) is an industry leader in custom lifestyle travel content that specifically supports destinations and attractions across the country. This position will consistently deliver a high standard of client service, beautiful functional design, creative ideation and effective promotional packages-working within internal quality standards and exceeding client expectations. This role requires a keen eye for translating client's brands into visual photography packages. Strong attention to detail is a must, and experience communicating effectively with other internal stakeholders, including editorial leadership and account directors, is essential.
A strong desire to stay on top of trends in both photography and video is necessary.
A creative portfolio is a requirement for consideration.
About the position:
The Photo Editor is responsible for planning the technical and creative details of all photoshoots and video shoots (with a primary focus on travel stories). Comprehensive photo plans, including a shot list, creative direction, lifestyle, lighting, and overall aesthetic, will be the number one focus of this role. Candidates must be comfortable with in-market model sourcing, remote scouting, and communication with individual destinations and attractions.
Role Responsibilities:
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are necessary for this role.
Must be comfortable negotiating rates with photographers and continually monitoring budgets.
Collaborate with photographers and other team members to develop the concept and shot list before the shoot.
Collaborate with Art Directors and Editors to communicate the vision to the photographer, models, and other crew members.
Represent Dotdash Meredith Travel Marketing and ensure all aspects of the photo shoot are properly planned and executed according to the established order.
Support Midwest Living and Dotdash Meredith Travel Marketing content teams in managing the photo and video shoots across all print, digital, and social platforms.
Understand each client's visual language and photo style.
Meet deadlines for all deliverables.
Gather all location details and scouting, communicate logistics with shot locations, hire models, and direct the overall vision to photoshoot crews.
Make image selections from the photographer's overall photoshoot gallery to help maintain the growth and high standards of the Dotdash Meredith asset library, anticipating future client needs/use.
Role Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Arts, Graphic Design, Digital Media, Marketing, Journalism, and/or equivalent experience.
7+ years of editorial experience at a travel magazine or within a lifestyle/travel category, and a heavy emphasis on graphic design, photography, art directing.
Exceptional editorial story-telling and content skill across all media channels
Pre-production focus / Managing distractions
Clear communication and attention to detail
Able to juggle multiple shoots at one time
Organized, reliable, and the ability to strategically allocate time to complete tasks efficiently
A passion for staying current on content trends
Collaboration-minded team player
Travel required (approximate): 30%
It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith 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: **********************************
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Multimedia Journalist
Writer And Editor Job In Des Moines, IA
KCCI-TV, the CBS affiliate in Des Moines, IA is looking for a Multimedia Journalist who can identify important story ideas, shoot and edit video news packages and present in a compelling manor. The Multimedia Journalist is motivated, loves telling stories and is prepared to deliver them LIVE. You will report to the Assistant News Director.
Responsibilities
Gather information for stories and live reports for newscasts that could include mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
Coverage of breaking news, weather and sports
Put together high-quality packages
Collaborate with reporters on packages, special reports and documentaries
Develop sources, create story ideas, and produce content on-air, online, and all digital platforms
Shoot live shots and live interviews, and track news stories
Requirements
Professional or schooling experience in television news reporting, photography and editing
Creative writer and editor
Must deliver with authenticity to connect with viewers
Can provide samples of reporting and photography
Experience developing local contacts
Experience shooting and editing high-quality video
Can deal with the stresses and pressures of time-sensitive newscast production
Related military experience will be considered
Diversity Statement
At Hearst Television we tell stories every day. Stories about people of all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and identities. That's why, behind the scenes, we believe in being an organization as diverse and varied as the audience we reach, ensuring that the content we create is more compassionate, and more representative of 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
Digital Editor - Sports
Writer And Editor Job 105 miles from Des Moines
The Gazette, based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, seeks a versatile and highly motivated digital sports editor. This position is responsible for the shooting, editing, packaging, publishing and maintaining sports content for the state's second-largest newspaper, emphasizing Eastern Iowa. The position also involves actively participating in and engaging the local sports community. This person is also responsible for regularly shooting and editing videos for use online and producing several podcasts. You'll occasionally work on the print product but must understand our future lies in growing our digital presence.
You should be comfortable editing and curating/enriching content from a variety of sources: blogs, wire services, freelancers, community contributors, etc. You should be ready to occasionally jump in and do original reporting yourself.
Our ideal candidate is comfortable using metrics tools, such as Google Analytics, to assist in decision making. You also understand sports, both on and off the field. You help coach the team to develop ideas that go beyond games and profiles into the business and cultural side of sports and fandom. The ideal candidate is regularly thinking of how to execute new ideas online which grow our brands and promote digital interaction.
This is a fast-paced position in a newsroom that thinks big. Our sports team regularly covers Big Ten and Big 12 NCAA sports, a robust high school sports scene, and a variety of other topics including auto racing and outdoors. Our sports team goes far beyond game coverage. The sports team hosts an array of podcasts, curated newsletters and continues to expand our digital footprint.
As many sporting events happen on nights and weekends, you should expect to work a schedule that includes nights and weekends. You also need to be able to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously, be comfortable working as part of a team and work well under tight deadlines.
Our organization:
Our news operation produces digital and print content. Our company has a strong tradition of independence and is employee-owned. While we're focused in Cedar Rapids -- Iowa's second-largest city - we routinely cover events across Iowa and the Big Ten landscape. The region is rich with things to do outside of work hours.
Qualifications & Requirements:
The ideal candidate will be a flexible, self-motivated, creative go-getter and problem solver who works well on a team and has excellent communication and team-building skills. Candidate must be highly organized, a confident decision maker and committed to ongoing improvement and coaching. Candidate also must have strong writing and editing skills and sound news judgment. Candidate must be attentive to detail and have a passion for innovating and strong understanding of digital storytelling and social media skills and its applications. Candidate needs basic knowledge of HTML, working knowledge of online audiences and engagement strategies, and proficiency with Photoshop, Canva and podcasting software like Captivate.
A bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or related course of study is required and 2-4 years of experience as a digital editor, multimedia producer or content strategist is desired. Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work quickly and accurately and must have ideas on how to present news in an ever-changing media landscape. Understanding of Web concepts and ability to regularly engage the audience is required. Proficiency with video and audio editing is required.
Pre-employment background, motor vehicle record and drug screen required.
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Content Writer II (Work Remotely Anywhere in the U.S.)
Writer And Editor Job 9 miles from Des Moines
Since 1998, Businessolver has delivered market-changing benefits technology and services supported by an intrinsic responsiveness to client needs. The company creates client programs that maximize benefits program investment, minimize risk exposure, and engage employees with easy-to-use solutions and communication tools to assist them in making wise and cost-efficient benefits selections. Founded by HR professionals, Businessolver's unwavering service-oriented culture and secure SaaS platform provide measurable success in its mission to provide complete client delight.
The Content Writer II role in our Consumer Experience team involves crafting educational content for multiple clients' benefits strategies. This individual serves as a consultant, utilizing their expertise in effective communication, English language, and benefits knowledge to support clients in reaching their program goals. They tailor content to reflect client culture, tone, and style guides, focusing on employee-facing communications. Building and maintaining client relationships, as well as effectively presenting content and strategies in front of clients, are key to success in this role.
The Gig:
Develop and deliver content across various mediums for our managed book of business.
Ensure quality, accuracy, and timeliness of content delivery.
Utilize discovery documentation to create impactful content for diverse employee demographics.
Maintain client-specific artifacts and adhere to style guides.
Possess a thorough understanding of client health plans and benefit packages.
Stay informed about best practices and encourage adoption.
Utilize project management software to monitor and complete tasks.
Build strong client relationships through collaboration, responsiveness, and proactive communication.
Identify and resolve project issues, escalating when necessary.
Use data analysis and reporting to guide content strategies and communicate proposed approaches, supported by best practices, for all client engagement phases (prospective, onboarding, and ongoing).
What You Need to Make the Cut:
4-7 years of professional experience in journalism or content creation.
Please include 1-3 writing samples with resume or provide portfolio link
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Effective collaboration and project management abilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Confidence in presenting and discussing strategies in client-facing settings.
Submission of a compelling portfolio of writing samples.
Solid understanding of AP and Chicago style writing rules.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
Join our team and contribute to enhancing the consumer experience through strategic content creation.
The pay range for this position is 52K to 82K per year (pay to be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data).
Other Compensation: If this position is full-time or part-time benefit eligible, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed here: ************************************************************************************
The Businessolver Way…
Our team has spent two decades crafting a culture that challenges each employee to perform at the top of their game - and have fun doing it! If you desire to use your skills and experience in an environment where you can make a difference, we want to hear from you!
Businessolver is committed to maintaining an environment that protects client data. We train our employees to maintain leading class security practices and expect all employees to adhere to policy, procedures and controls.
(Applicable to all roles at an AVP, DIR, VP, Head Of or SVP and above level):
Serve as a security contact for the business unit. Responsible for driving adoption and compliance with information security and privacy practices. Serve as a liaison with the information security team on security and privacy matters.
Equal Opportunity at Businessolver:
Businessolver is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to offer equal employment opportunity to everyone regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, and more. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
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Executive Editor, The Des Moines Register
Writer And Editor Job In Des Moines, IA
The Des Moines Register, desmoinesregister.com, part of the USA TODAY NETWORK, is seeking an inspirational, transformative leader to guide this award-winning newsroom to new heights of audience growth, digital innovation and powerful journalism. The Register, winner of 17 Pulitzer Prizes, is one of the treasures of American journalism. Its highly regarded coverage of politics and the Iowa Caucuses, the first major contest in the presidential primary season, regularly puts it in the national spotlight. The next editor should be ready to carry on those traditions through a deep understanding of local and national politics and accountability journalism.
The ideal candidate has a track record of producing journalism that is essential to the community it serves, and that reaches new and existing audiences across multiple and ever-evolving platforms. This is a person fluid in news analytics, energized by new ideas, and whose enthusiasm for great journalism is contagious - all with the goal of finding readers and converting them into loyal subscribers.
The right editor also intrinsically knows the importance of diversity and inclusion in our work, and ensures everyone feels valued, accepted and included in our workplace. We want someone who gets out into the community - all parts of it - and listens, witnesses, and strives to direct coverage that accurately and fearlessly examines the varying currents shaping the region, and by extension, the nation.
The editor will also oversee other Iowa newsrooms in Iowa City and Ames as well as the Sioux Falls Argus Leader in South Dakota.
The Register newsroom is filled with talented journalists who are passionate about their work. We need a strong communicator and collaborator who can help them produce the best journalism of their careers.
This is a person with impeccable journalism credentials, outstanding leadership skills, and a keen grasp of the ever-changing digital space, including a strong knowledge of visual storytelling. The right editor is people-centric, has high standards, remains focused on the most important priorities and opportunities, and easily shifts between strategy and execution.
The executive editor will work collaboratively with partners in the USA TODAY Network Middle America Region, sharing resources as warranted with other newsrooms when needed.
Responsibilities:
* Uphold the highest journalism standards across digital and print platforms, strongly support the First Amendment and conceive, pursue and execute watchdog reporting.
* Develop and implement a multi-platform digital vision and strategy focused on achieving target audience specific goals and objectives.
* Provide leadership and be knowledgeable in state and local news, investigative journalism, public service, and government issues.
* Champion change management efforts that include strong communication of the company's strategic initiatives, purpose, vision, culture and plan.
* Lead the planning and oversee execution of content strategies with a keen eye focused on strategic audiences. Special emphasis is placed on digital and other new platforms. Creativity and an ability to develop and execute innovative approaches are essential.
* Facilitate strong community connections with a relevant editorial voice and personal interaction.
* Attract, retain and develop top talent.
* Be a champion of diversity - with the understanding that diversity includes everyone and drives customer and operational innovation.
* Collaborate with other departments in the development and implementation of multi-platform products to grow audience and engagement.
* Work with the regional editor, Content Strategy Analyst and USA TODAY Network leaders across the Middle America Region to help journalists acquire the skills and tactics needed to attract and serve digital subscribers.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's or master's degree in communications, journalism, marketing or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Minimum of five years in significant leadership roles in a newsroom with demonstrated success.
* Clear understanding of the First Amendment and the highest regard for upholding those standards.
* Experience in high-level decision-making with complex, impactful or sensitive news content.
* Experience working in industries undergoing substantial change and transformation.
* A history of successful leadership, innovation and goal achievement.
* Demonstrated change leader who collaborates and communicates effectively.
* Personal charisma, comfortable with public speaking and a commitment to staff interaction.
* Understanding of the changing media landscape and ability to adapt strategies that address continually changing market and consumer needs and desires.
* Demonstrated strong competitive instincts and intellectual curiosity.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and coordinate in an environment of accountability.
* Demonstrated track record in recruiting a highly successful leadership team.
* Experience driving a successful turnaround or transformation is highly desirable.
Application Instructions
We are eager to learn more about you and how you fit this role. When you apply, don't limit your upload to a resume; show us what you've done. To do so, put together a single document file that includes the following, in this order:
* Your updated current resume - one to two pages.
* A cover letter explaining your interest and fit for the position.
* Your portfolio/clips/links to a few samples of your work.
It is important that these items be assembled into a single document and uploaded in PDF format. Completing these steps will ensure that your application receives the highest consideration.
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Multimedia Journalist (MMJ)
Writer And Editor Job 74 miles from Des Moines
KTVO is looking for an Multimedia Journalist. Your responsibilities as an MMJ will include reporting, shooting and editing news stories, enterprising story ideas, developing contacts, as well as other responsibilities as assigned. You will be expected to produce daily content on a variety of platforms including the internet, social networking sites and mobile phones, in addition to television.
**Skills and Experience:**
+ Sharp news judgment
+ The ability to tell an NPPA style story
+ Excellent technical skills
+ The ability to work well independently
**Requirements and Qualifications:**
+ A minimum of 1 year reporting experience is preferred, but new graduates will be considered
+ Experience with live shots is required, experience with Live-U is a plus
+ Must have and maintain a valid license and a good driving record
**While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel**
**EEO AND INCLUSIVITY:**
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets affiliated with all the major broadcast networks; and owns Tennis Channel and multicast networks Comet, CHARGE!, TBD., and The Nest. Sinclair's content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and the nation's largest streaming aggregator of local news content, NewsON. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at *************
Distinguished Visiting Writer
Writer And Editor Job 115 miles from Des Moines
The Center for the Literary Arts at Cornell College invites applications for a Distinguished Visiting Writer to teach a 3 ½-week seminar during the 2025-2026 academic year (term negotiable). Teaching responsibilities will include one course in one of these areas: screenwriting, graphic novel, or editing & publishing. The visitor will also give a public reading or presentation. Required qualifications: graduate degree, teaching experience at the undergraduate level and professional experience in the relevant field. On-campus housing can be provided.
The Center seeks individuals committed to excellence and innovation in undergraduate education and eager to contribute to our literary community on campus.
Because Cornell College values diversity and strives to create a welcoming community in which all individuals are respected and included, the entire campus community engages in dialogue around issues of difference, identity, and ideology. The college is committed to fostering a faculty and staff community that reflects our diverse student body. We encourage applications from candidates who share our vision for a campus that embraces differing backgrounds, viewpoints, and identities, and who will excel at teaching and mentoring a student body that is broadly diverse. (See our diversity and inclusion statement.)
Cornell's One Course At A Time academic calendar is divided into eight 3½-week blocks in which students take and faculty teach a single course. The college encourages interdisciplinary interests among its faculty and the development of teaching strategies that capitalize on our distinctive academic calendar. One Course At A Time allows us the freedom to take students off-campus without impinging on other course commitments. In addition, class size is limited to 25 students, and upper-level courses are often smaller.
About Cornell College
Cornell College is a national liberal arts college committed to excellence in teaching and the creation of a welcoming community in which all individuals are respected and included. Our innovative curriculum includes a focus on the essential abilities of writing, quantitative reasoning, and intercultural literacy as well as experiential learning. The One Course At A Time approach fosters strong student engagement and close faculty-student relationships while allowing faculty freedom to design and carry out their classes, on campus or off.
Founded in 1853, Cornell' was the first college west of the Mississippi to graduate both men and women. Academic immersion, real world experience requirements through Ingenuity in Action, and unparalleled flexibility attract an ambitious student body from around the world. Seventy percent of our students are from outside Iowa, representing nearly 50 states and 26 foreign countries. Students of color comprise one-fourth of the student body.
Cornell's picturesque hilltop campus is a National Historic District and was the first campus listed in its entirety on the National Register of Historic Places. Mount Vernon is a small, college-centered town in the Cedar Rapids-Iowa City corridor, home to nearly half a million people. It has two additional National Historic Districts and a classic Main Street a short walk from campus. Mount Vernon attractions include an array of restaurants; boutique shopping; walking paths; a dedicated sledding hill; and 14 annual festivals and events including Chalk the Walk, Chocolate Stroll, Chili Cookoff, and Magical Night.
Interested applicants should submit the following materials through Cornell College's online application system:
A letter of application/cover letter, which includes relevant teaching and professional experience, a description of any experience working with individuals from historically marginalized or underserved groups, and proposed course topic(s). (A list of previous topics is available on the Center's website.)
Current Curriculum Vitae
Graduate transcript(s) may be requested at a later date.
Applications will be reviewed beginning January 10th and continue until the position is filled. Video interviews with finalists will be held during the week of January 20th.
For more information about the Center, please visit the center's website.
Any questions can be directed to Rebecca Entel, Professor of English and Creative Writing and Robert P. Dana Director of the Center for the Literary Arts, at *************************.
Cornell is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Cornell complies with Iowa's Smoke-free Air Act. Cornell utilizes E-Verify and requires the satisfactory completion of a background check.
Associate Clinical Nurse Editor, eLearning
Writer And Editor Job In Des Moines, IA
Do you excel in validating the clinical accuracy and relevance of point-of-care and educational materials? Would you excel in creating high-quality, innovative educational content for clinical training? About our team We work collaboratively across the Nursing, Allied Health, and Patient Education teams to ensure alignment, standardization, and reflecting the most current and highest quality evidence integration into content
About the role
The Associate Clinical Nurse Editor for eLearning plays a key role in supporting the development, review, and maintenance of multimedia nursing, allied health, and patient-related content within the eLearning team. This position focuses on validating the clinical accuracy and relevance of point-of-care and educational materials. The Associate Clinical Nurse Editor will collaborate closely with clinical editors, senior editors, authors, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to assist in creating high-quality, innovative educational content for clinical training to support the provision of high-quality, safe patient care.
This position is an excellent opportunity for early career, credentialed Nursing Professional Development (NPD) individuals or professionals seeking to develop their skills in clinical content editing within the eLearning landscape. The Associate Clinical Nurse Editor will gain valuable experience working with a dedicated team committed to enhancing healthcare education and patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
+ Assisting in the review of multimedia content to ensure integration of accurate clinical information and high-quality evidence.
+ Supporting the editing and updating of assigned content based on scheduled review cycles, ensuring clarity and consistency.
+ Collaborating with cross-functional teams to contribute to content development projects and assist in maintaining alignment with established editorial standards.
+ Participating in the clinical review process by providing feedback on content produced by other editors and SMEs.
+ Engaging with internal teams to support content needs and respond to basic clinical inquiries from the Customer Success and Service team.
+ Contributing to the preparation of content for interprofessional accreditation and ensure adherence to healthcare quality and regulatory requirements.
+ Performing other duties as assigned by the eLearning leadership team.
Requirements
+ Have an unencumbered licensed Registered Nurse and bachelor's degree in nursing or higher.
+ Nursing Professional Development (ANPD) credentials are valued and highly encouraged by year two of hire.
+ Have a minimum of three years of clinical experience in the emergency department, medical/surgical, pediatrics, and/or ambulatory settings are highly valued. In addition, previous curriculum/course development experience is highly valued for this role.
+ Have basic experience in writing or editing healthcare-related content or clinical training and education content.
+ Display exceptional collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment. This includes excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail in grammar and style.
+ Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities to meet deadlines.
+ Have familiarity with electronic healthcare documentation systems and content management tools is a plus.
+ Understand clinical guidelines, health literacy, and principles of adult learning is desirable.
+ Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic computer skills.
+ Able to work effectively and productively in a remote location, including virtual meetings.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
+ Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive
Working for you
We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
+ Health plan benefits
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Retirement Benefits
+ Various Leave Programs
+ Educational Assistance
+ Disability, Life and Accidental Death Insurance
+ Paid Vacation
+ Up to two days of paid leave each to participate in Employee Resource Groups and to volunteer with your charity of choice
About the Business
A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals' advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.
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Elsevier is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form: ************************************* , or please contact **************.
Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy (********************************************* .
RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.
Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.
Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.
Digital Editor - Sports
Writer And Editor Job 105 miles from Des Moines
The Gazette, based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, seeks a versatile and highly motivated digital sports editor. This position is responsible for the shooting, editing, packaging, publishing and maintaining sports content for the state's second-largest newspaper, emphasizing Eastern Iowa.
The position also involves actively participating in and engaging the local sports community.
This person is also responsible for regularly shooting and editing videos for use online and producing several podcasts.
You'll occasionally work on the print product but must understand our future lies in growing our digital presence.
MULTIMEDIA JOURNALIST - KTIV
Writer And Editor Job 155 miles from Des Moines
About Gray Media: Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households. We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About KTIV:
KTIV, Siouxland's News Source, is the award-winning, dominate NBC affiliate located in Sioux City, Iowa and serves viewers in NW Iowa, NE Nebraska, and SE South Dakota. KTIV News 4 is a breaking news and weather station covering local, original stories in the tri-state area.
Job Summary/Description:
KTIV is looking for a passionate and energetic Multimedia Journalist who will fight for the lead story and take pride in showcasing their work on multiple platforms every day. This position involves shooting, writing, and editing television news packages.
Duties/Responsibilities included (but are not limited to):
* Write accurate and engaging scripts/content for broadcast, digital and social media
* Schedule, conduct, and shoot interviews and edit video
* Report live for newscasts and on digital/social media/OTT
* Use digital and social media in the news-gathering process and presentation
* Use strong organizational and time management skills to plan content and coverage
* Work independently and as a team
* Meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
* Work various shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed
* Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
* College degree in journalism or equivalent is preferred.
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)
KITV-TV/Gray Media, Inc. 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.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to vaccinate against the coronavirus before the first workday fully.
Editor
Writer And Editor Job 9 miles from Des Moines
Full-time Description
This position is responsible for researching, writing, and editing for magazine, digital and web-based content as assigned by the Project Director. In addition, a strong understanding of English grammar is required to markup proofs for change. The Editor will work with the Project Director to maintain deadlines and achieve client expectations.
Content includes food, lifestyle, beauty, pet care, health and wellness, faith, money management, crafts, flowers, decor and more.
Requirements
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Edit and review content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency
Mark proofs for changes, ensuring company and client style is followed
Optimize content for search engines and social media platforms
Write and develop concepts that effectively tell a story and communicate our client's message
Research trends, brainstorm, and look up digital content inspiration ideas to pitch to client
Create relevant online and social media content topics to reach target followers and customers
Monitor trends in social media tools, applications, channels, design, and strategy
Work in a collaborative manner to meet client deadlines and efficiently manage workflow
Maintain a positive can-do attitude and support that attitude among other co-workers
Attend progress meetings to help brainstorm ideas and report on work progress
Remain up-to-date on digital trends and emerging platforms including insights into cultural trends and target audiences
Qualifications & Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, or related field
Minimum: 2 years' experience in the editorial field
Display in-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms and how each platform can be used in different scenarios and purposes, knowledge of best practices, trends, and algorithms
Solid knowledge of SEO, keyword research, and Google Analytics; experience analyzing SEO metrics
In addition to text, work includes recipes, charts, captions and other devices
Solid knowledge of English grammar
Skilled in using reference resources
General cooking and food knowledge preferred
Basic understanding of Adobe Creative Suite preferred
Strong attention to detail
Excellent copywriting, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Highly motivated with ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and desire to work on a collaborative team with high standards
Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills; able to balance multiple priorities and demands simultaneously
Maintains a positive attitude, even while working under pressure in an environment where job demands are constantly changing
Must have knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Office
Familiarity with standard style guides, such as the Chicago Manual
Content Writer
Writer And Editor Job 107 miles from Des Moines
At ACT Your Work Makes a Difference Education has power - a power that changes lives forever. It creates opportunities that lift up individuals, their families, and sparks societal change that echoes through generations to come. From our grassroots we have fought the good fight for equity in education, and we remain devoted to helping anyone who struggles to access that power. This is what matters to us and we must do better -- we've never been more sure of our purpose.
ACT Education Corp. team members are part of an organization dedicated to an important mission: Helping people achieve education and workplace success. Advancing the mission internally, by helping team members achieve education and workplace success of their own, is core to our values. ACT values a diverse workplace and is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable environment in which every team member has an opportunity to grow.
We are seeking a Content Writer to help us fulfill that mission. The Content Writer facilitates the development of cross-product content and content-implementation strategies, working extensively with product leadership, product managers, and operations delivery teams to develop operational content plans, test administration materials, web pages, emails, and training resources. Strong writing and editorial skills, experience with various publishing platforms, and project management competencies are significant components of this role. This role also requires a deep understanding of the similarities and differences of all ACT products to plan and roll out content that meets ACT's complex product and audience needs, using appropriate communication platforms.
The finalist will be hired at the salary and level commensurate with their qualifications. We anticipate offering a market competitive annual salary in the range of $65,000 to $75,000 depending on experience. ACT manages salaries within the range based on relevant factors including, skills, experience, and internal equity. The position is/is not incentive eligible.
We want our team members to have the well-being and confidence they need to do their best work, in an environment where both they and the company thrive. To support this, our total rewards include company paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company contributions, paid holidays, paid time off, and so much more. You can find a comprehensive list of our benefits here.
* This is a Project Based/Fixed-Term position that has an end date of August 31, 2026*
Location: Remote (can also be onsite or hybrid if in Iowa City, Iowa area)
A Day in the Life (What you'll be doing):
* Developing and organizing content for customers implementing one or more ACT products.
* Ensuring assigned content is appropriately developed, edited, reviewed, and approved.
* Creating content that meets customer expectations and needs for quality and accuracy.
* Developing, managing, and prioritizing deliverables during content production.
* Publishing or posting content within identified timelines to various communication channels.
* Engaging key stakeholders in planning for enhancements to content during optimization phases, including the determining the impact of deliverables, making recommendations on platform(s) to use, working with stakeholders to ensure awareness and/or buy-in as needed, and creating documents that meet accessibility requirements for structure (tagging) and alternative text.
* Maintaining content in and/or manages migration efforts into the component content management system and ensures content is distributed to various communication channels as appropriate.
* Translating high-level product requirements, communications schedules, and frameworks into detailed, executable content plans.
* Applying project management principles to maintain timely and efficient content development cycles.
Role Progression:
* Within 1 month you will feel comfortable as a member of the writing team, begin to understand the work we do, start to develop relationships with individuals across the organization, and have a high-level understanding of ACT's products and customers. You will begin producing content under the supervision of a senior team member.
* Within 3 months you will have a solid understanding of what ACT does and how your work supports the ACT mission. You will start to develop content more independently, with less intervention, and you will begin supporting the work of the team scrum master.
* Within 6 months you will have a clearer picture of how to work in various content platforms and the different content types that are produced in them. You will be producing content independently, with support when needed, and the team and the individuals you interact with across the organization will see you as a valued member.
About You:
* A minimum of three years of experience developing operational communications required.
* Excellent proofreading ability and strong attention to detail.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
* Ability to edit and create content that adheres to accessibility standards.
* Capability to turn around high volume of work with focus on quality and timeliness.
* Communicates effectively in oral and written formats; strong working knowledge of graphic design and visual presentation.
* Collaborates and contributes in a fast-paced environment with diverse perspectives; is a strong team player who possesses excellent interpersonal skills.
* Takes responsibility and follows through on commitments; acknowledges and learns from mistakes without blaming others; recognizes the impact of one's behavior.
* Understands and protects intellectual property.
* Self-development. Remains current in area of expertise; seeks opportunities to expand and grow skills.
* Information literacy. Uses subject matter knowledge and skills to effectively acquire and apply information.
* Project management. Manages projects and navigates positively in an environment experiencing change at a fast pace.
* Uses self-starter approach; ability to multi-task; proactively anticipates and acts on information and details needed; willingness and ability to learn.
* Organization. Effectively organizes and prioritizes to meet business needs on established timelines.
* Applies continuous improvement methodologies to existing processes and programs; strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
* Skills and knowledge required for success in this position attained through experience and education (Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, Journalism, or a related field elated field of study), or a combination of both
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience in a successful educational organization.
* Working knowledge of SharePoint and Salesforce platforms.
* Experience using Adobe Pro reviewing and accessibility tools.
* Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (including InDesign).
* Experience working with markup languages (for example, XML, HTML).
* Experience working in an Agile development environment.
* Working knowledge of Jira and Confluence.
* Knowledge of web and pdf accessibility tools, formatting, and requirements.
* Skills in accessibility testing and remediation strategies.
About ACT
When ACT was founded in 1959, it disrupted the assessment industry with a new approach to helping students better understand their readiness so they could take steps to improve it. By leveraging our expertise and authority in assessment and research, we will again disrupt the industry-helping more people learn, better measure their progress, and improve their navigation through life's transitions.
More than ever before, ACT is fulfilling its mission of helping people achieve education and workplace success. We're doing it by pushing the boundaries of learning innovation through the work of our people, who we call team members because we're all in this together.
We know transformation does not come without challenge. That's why ACT invests in a variety of experiences for team members to strengthen their connections, explore ideas, learn from customers, and celebrate success.
Learn more about working at ACT at act.org!
ACT is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ACT values diversity in people and ideas and participates in E-verify. ACT's online position announcements are intended only to provide general descriptions of employment opportunities; none of the information provided for any position should be interpreted as a commitment by ACT to specific terms and conditions for employment.
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Digital Editor - Sports
Writer And Editor Job 105 miles from Des Moines
The Gazette, based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, seeks a versatile and highly motivated digital sports editor. This position is responsible for the shooting, editing, packaging, publishing and maintaining sports content for the state's second-largest newspaper, emphasizing Eastern Iowa.
The position also involves actively participating in and engaging the local sports community.
This person is also responsible for regularly shooting and editing videos for use online and producing several podcasts.
You'll occasionally work on the print product but must understand our future lies in growing our digital presence.
Multimedia Journalist (F/T) - Kwqc
Writer And Editor Job 157 miles from Des Moines
About Gray Media:
Gray Media is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About KWQC:
KWQC-TV6 is a dominant NBC affiliate, serving Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois as the Quad Cities #1 station for news, information, and entertainment programming. KWQC-TV6 has the most experienced team in the market. They strive to keep their viewers safe and informed while guiding them through the ever-evolving digital world. The Quad Cities area is located right on the Mississippi River just 2.5 hours from Chicago, 2 from Des Moines, 4 from St. Louis, and 5.5 from Minneapolis/St. Paul.
Job Summary/Description:
KWQC is looking for a multimedia journalist/reporter. We're looking for a pioneer in the next generation of news gathering. We report news on every platform available to our viewers. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability to report, shoot videos, edit videos, and post web stories/pictures/videos from both the field and television station. Successful candidates will also deliver compelling stories. You'll use the latest technology, including lightweight next-generation video equipment and laptop editing.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
· Gather, shoot, and edit pictures, video, and sound for broadcast and online platforms
· Gathering data and relevant information on local and national newsworthy events
· Create and present accurate, fair, unbiased news content as assigned. Responsible for providing news and information across multiple platforms and presenting content both inside KWQC studio and remotely
· Develop and maintain a network of news sources to create exclusive local news content.
· Stay current on both local and regional news events
· The ability to interact professionally and effectively with all internal employees and external organizations
· Responsible for maintaining all station gear including but not limited to; cameras, cellphones, tablets, laptops, and any other gear assigned
· Responsible for maintaining station vehicle with regular auto detailing and maintenance checks
· Understand the editing process and all the technical aspects of Edius editing software
· Use creative graphic and production techniques to enhance the visual and audio storytelling
· Able to work independently and use solid judgment on all stories, images, and sound that are used within a news story
· Ability to work under pressure in a rapidly changing news environment
· Must be able to make decisions quickly and accurately while coping with stress, resulting from a variety of circumstances
· Work cross-functionally and cooperatively as a team member under tight deadlines.
· Contribute to and potentially lead projects within the team to continue to make our newsroom a top-notch operation.
Qualifications/Requirements:
· Up to 1-year experience as a television reporter or multi-media journalist- Journalism/Communications or equivalent background preferred
· Must be able to provide a reel/portfolio of work examples
· Must be flexible concerning scheduling and willing to work extended hours, varying shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays, and sometimes on short notice) and report to work in emergencies depending upon news coverage when required
· Must meet physical requirements, including medium to heavy lifting and carrying camera equipment up to 50 pounds for extended periods
· Must be willing to work in all weather conditions
· Must understand ethical issues concerning stories and use appropriate journalistic guidelines
· Ability to interpret information to establish facts and determine truth.
· Basic understanding of Windows-based electronics and the ability to learn ENPS as well as new systems as they are implemented.
· Be a team player while displaying an ability to handle a variety of tasks, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, stressful environment
· Demonstrated ability of good news judgment
· Positive attitude, strong work ethic, high degree of integrity and professionalism
· Up-to-date on, and interested in, current local, regional, and national news events
· Comfortable with emerging technology
· Ability to perform under pressure in breaking news and deadline-driven situations
· Excellent troubleshooting and problem-resolution skills
· Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
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, 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
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KWQC-TV/Gray Media, Inc. 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.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.
Warranty Writer
Writer And Editor Job 119 miles from Des Moines
This position is responsible for processing warranty claims to manufacturers, suppliers and extended warranty companies as required. Provide support and direction to internal partners as to documentation required to maximize warranty results.
Negotiate with manufacture warranty department and 3 party warranty companies' claims adjusters.
Stay up to date on a variety of warranty contract details and manufacturer warranty policies
Develop working relationship with manufacturer's warranty department personnel.
Keep abreast of laws governing warranty work and claims
Research, gather and prepare necessary information to substantiate warranty claim and provide timely submission to manufacturers and 3 party warranty companies.
Effectively facilitate ongoing flow of information between various stakeholders, to include manufacturers, customers, claims adjusters and service department.
Manage warranty claim through the approval process to ensure payment
Overcome any obstacles preventing claim form being approved and paid in full, to include negotiation, follow-up and resubmittal when necessary.
Prepare supplemental claims packages and submit with supporting information to substantiate claim.
When necessary escalate trouble claims to the Warranty Manager
Prepare and submit all warranty claims in the time frame allowed by the manufacturer.
Pulls parts by vendor for return shipping to manufacturer.
Attend all company required meetings.
Additional responsibilities as requested or required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend English
Must have excellent customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Prior warranty experience preferred
RV knowledge preferred.
Must be detail oriented.
Ability to use all electronic office and productivity tools.
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent.
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2025 Summer Video Editor Internship
Writer And Editor Job 89 miles from Des Moines
As an interns with the Waterloo Bucks, you will actively be a part of the video production operations of the Bucks, Riverfront Stadium, and the Northwoods League. You should expect to work ALL Bucks home games, and during a few extra events at Riverfront Stadium. Video production positions will also assist in guerilla marketing efforts throughout the Cedar Valley during the season. The Video Production Internships are Game Day internships and are broken up into four positions.
Available for Online Training: April 14, 2025
Start Date: May 15, 2025
End Date: August 19, 2025
Work directly under General Manager and Video Production Manager
Complete training provided by Northwoods League prior to the season to learn the Northwoods League TV webcast production system
Set-up and teardown of video equipment for each Bucks home game
Integrate video cast into in-house LED video board production and preparation of video board game entertainment
Create and edit daily highlight videos for website, social media, and pre-game show broadcasts
Create, update, and edit individual player and team video clips for use on LED video board
Assist with set-up of Synergy cameras
Work as a camera operator during Bucks home games
Work as a team with the game promotions staff during each Bucks home game
Be cross trained as a Camera Director and Computer to serve as backup for both positions
Assist in guerilla marketing efforts throughout the area
Provide outstanding customer service to advertisers and fans
Other duties as assigned
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
Executive Editor
Writer And Editor Job 9 miles from Des Moines
Full-time Description
The Executive Editor works directly under and reports to the Project Director/Editor-in-Chief to manage daily operations of the
Hy-Vee Seasons
editorial team, working in tandem with an Executive Art Director and art team, to produce high quality content for a dynamic digital platform and on occasion print vehicles.
The Executive Editor is responsible for understanding and implementing the Project Director's goals and directives, keeping the Project Director and/or company leadership assessed of all key issues and concerns and requesting approvals when needed. The Executive Editor will initiate production schedules for approval and meet all benchmark- and deliverable-deadlines and assure quality and accuracy of content. The Executive Editor is responsible for reviewing featured product documents, preparing content pitches, assigning stories, mentoring and managing a team of writers/editors and overseeing that all department work is completed to the highest journalistic standard. This position will write text and edit others' work, will oversee copy edits and proofreads, and is responsible that content adheres to style guides and manuals and has been accurately sourced, fact checked and is legally compliant.
The Executive Editor will partner with others to keep production moving smoothly and deliverables turned in on time using production schedules, collaborative tracking documents and other management tools. This position will work with Grey Dog Media's professional test kitchen to initiate recipe development and attend taste panels to ensure quality standards and editorial expectations are met. The Executive Editor will work with a variety of individuals including art staff, illustrators, photographers, food stylists and will collaborate with the UX, Product Procurement, Video, Social Media and Test Kitchen Departments.
This Executive Editor's position is client-facing and requires the ability to be able to conduct orderly and proper communications, quickly solve problems and justify creative execution and process client revisions, as requested.
Please submit writing samples along with your resume.
About us:
Grey Dog Media is a growing, national-award-winning creator and publisher of custom and consumer media. Our products include magazines, catalogs, books, websites, videos, commercials, and collateral. This is a fast-paced, yet relaxed environment with experienced professionals. We offer a friendly, professional workplace, full-benefits, competitive salary, and remarkable opportunities for creative-skills development, and career advancement.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Research food and lifestyle trends of interest to the audience, client product lists, competitors, previously published materials, analytic reports, recipe data base and other information sources to pitch and develop timely new content including culinary stories, sidebars, step-by-step instruction, guides, recipes, floral and décor concepts
Work with the editorial team to complete documents for initiating content development including establishing editorial goals, pulling inspiration for recipe concepts, SEO and tagging, client-product picks
Work with the art team to map stories using a wireframe or a similar visual process to gain client approval
Initiate production of content by assigning and overseeing team members
Receive, assess and edit team members' content
Write and edit content in the areas of cooking, general culinary, product, and lifestyle topics
Edit and adapt existing culinary and other information and recipes
Understands Adobe InDesign and Figma to enter text within layouts
Oversee edit staff brainstorms, postmortems, assignment and progress meetings, etc.
Has a solid understanding of grammar and the Chicago Manual style
Strong attention to detail in reading, writing, and editing all works to come across your desk
Copy edits/proofreads all content and flow it into layouts
Works in a collaborative manner to meet client deadlines
Maintains a positive can-do attitude
Records and tracks time within the Paylocity system for each project you are working on
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's degree - English, Journalism, Food Sciences, Culinary Arts, Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 3 years of editorial experience, consumer magazine experience a plus
Broad cooking experience and knowledge helpful
Knowledge or willing to learn Adobe InDesign and Figma
A solid understanding of English grammar and the Chicago style manual
Understanding of edit marks
Ability to maintain a consistent writing style and proofread articles for grammatical errors, voice/tone and substance in adherence with the Editorial Outline, project style guide and standard style guides
Experience researching and sourcing editorial content; skilled at using reference resources
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong attention to detail in reading, writing, and editing
Ability to multitask
Highly motivated with ability to work in a collaborative manner to meet client deadlines
Ability to maintain a positive can-do attitude
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to write grocery lists and if needed, purchase and carry groceries
Ability to work in photography, if needed
Job Location: West Des Moines, Iowa
Position/Type: Full-Time/professional
Benefits: Medical/HSA/401K/LTD/AD&D/Life Ins./Dental/PTO/Vision
Compensation: Highly Competitive
External Affairs Writer
Writer And Editor Job 107 miles from Des Moines
At ACT Your Work Makes a Difference Education has power - a power that changes lives forever. It creates opportunities that lift up individuals, their families, and sparks societal change that echoes through generations to come. From our grassroots we have fought the good fight for equity in education, and we remain devoted to helping anyone who struggles to access that power. This is what matters to us and we must do better -- we've never been more sure of our purpose.
ACT Education Corp. team members are part of an organization dedicated to an important mission: Helping people achieve education and workplace success. Advancing the mission internally, by helping team members achieve education and workplace success of their own, is core to our values. ACT values a diverse workplace and is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable environment in which every team member has an opportunity to grow.
We want our team members to have the well-being and confidence they need to do their best work, in an environment where both they and the company thrive. To support this, our total rewards include company paid life insurance, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with company contributions, paid holidays, paid time off, and so much more. You can find a comprehensive list of our benefits here.
We are seeking a Senior External Affairs Writer to help us fulfill that mission.
The Senior External Affairs Writer is a skilled communications professional and storyteller, responsible for creating compelling content that strategically enhances ACT's public image and influence. This role primarily involves writing blogs, op-ed submissions, letters to the editor, and other external content aligned with divisional and organizational goals. As needed, the Senior External Affairs Writer also will develop speeches, talking points, and visual presentations for key leaders. The Senior External Affairs Writer will collaborate closely with subject matter experts, the Lead Communications Strategist, and other communications team members to produce high-quality content that positions the organization as a trusted and sought-after thought leader in the fields of assessments and college and career readiness.
The finalist will be hired at the salary and level commensurate with their qualifications. For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary in the range of $75,000 to $85,000 , depending on the experience. ACT manages salaries within the range based on relevant factors including, skills, experience, and internal equity.
Location: Remote (can also be onsite or hybrid if in Iowa City, Iowa area)
What you will be working on:
* Aligning with the Director of Strategic Communications and the Lead Communications Strategist to determine content assignments and deadlines based on internal events, relevant external events, sales and engagement cycles, strategic communications plans, and organizational goals.
* Using internal and external resources - and collaborating with internal teams - to draft ACT blog posts, Op-Eds, and other external content to be published under the name of the writer, ACT leaders, third-party advocates, or subject matter experts.
* Collaborate with the Senior External Affairs Editor, as well as colleagues in Marketing and Legal (as necessary) to ensure that external content aligns with ACT style, voice, and Legal standards.
* Content Planning (30%)
* Collaborate with internal and external teams to identify opportunities for external content that position the organization as an industry leader.
* Contribute to ACT's strategic communication planning through team meetings, monitoring external news and events, attending ACT summits, and other relevant activities.
* Content Creation (60%)
* Draft engaging content for the ACT Leadership Blog, general and trade publications, and other outlets.
* Ensure all content aligns with the organization's strategic communications plan and messaging guidelines.
* Issues Management Communications (10%)
* Work with leaders in State Contract Implementation and Contract Operations, District Program Management, Customer Care, Legal, Technology, Scoring, Test Security, and other departments to effectively communicate with customers and external partners when internal or external events create potential, actual, or perceived issues between ACT and its customers or partners.
* Draft or edit issues-related communications with a focus on accuracy, empathy, and clarity for the intended stakeholders.
Role Progression:
* Within 1 month, you will have a high-level understanding of ACT's products and customers. You also will have started to develop relationships with individuals across the organization.
* Within 3 months, you will be completing writing assignments for owned and earned media channels that are of high quality and reflect your understanding of organizational goals.
* Within 6 months, you will be able to identify high-value opportunities in owned and earned media, reflecting your understanding of product and external engagement lifecycles. You also will be coordinating with internal and external colleagues to execute against the most valuable opportunities for maximum impact.
This could be the job for you if you have (minimum requirements):
* A minimum of 5 years of experience in education-related corporate communications, journalism, or a related field
* Demonstrated success in developing content that generates action among targeted audiences
* Proven track record of successful ghostwriting and content creation for senior executives
* Experience working with subject matter experts and senior leaders
* Experience in crisis communication
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Exceptional ability to maintain high standards while working quickly and frequently switching focus across key initiatives
* Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts
* Deep understanding of messaging and communications best practices
* Innovative approach to communications that embrace and promote diverse perspectives
* Ability to generate visual storytelling ideas
* Strong analytical skills and ability to effectively use data to inform content and content strategies
* Ability to communicate effectively across all levels in the organization
* Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability
* An associate's or bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, or Marketing is preferred but not required for applicants with the required skills and experience.
It's a plus if you have:
* Experience in the fields of national and international assessments
* Experience in communications related to public policy or advocacy
* Experience collaborating with research professionals
* Experience working with government relations executives
About ACT
When ACT was founded in 1959, it disrupted the assessment industry with a new approach to helping students better understand their readiness so they could take steps to improve it. By leveraging our expertise and authority in assessment and research, we will again disrupt the industry-helping more people learn, better measure their progress, and improve their navigation through life's transitions.
More than ever before, ACT is fulfilling its mission of helping people achieve education and workplace success. We're doing it by pushing the boundaries of learning innovation through the work of our people, who we call team members because we're all in this together.
We know transformation does not come without challenge. That's why ACT invests in a variety of experiences for team members to strengthen their connections, explore ideas, learn from customers, and celebrate success.
Learn more about working at ACT at act.org!
Digital Editor - Sports
Writer And Editor Job 105 miles from Des Moines
The Gazette, based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, seeks a versatile and highly motivated digital sports editor. This position is responsible for the shooting, editing, packaging, publishing and maintaining sports content for the state's second-largest newspaper, emphasizing Eastern Iowa.
The position also involves actively participating in and engaging the local sports community.
This person is also responsible for regularly shooting and editing videos for use online and producing several podcasts.
You'll occasionally work on the print product but must understand our future lies in growing our digital presence.