The New York Times Company is hiring : News Assistant New York, NY in New York

Overview

The New York Times Newsroom Operations team is looking for a news assistant to work on the Metro desk in a support role with varied tasks and responsibilities. You will be an engaged and collegial team member with an interest in news who is able to support reporters and editors across a range of logistical and operational responsibilities. Organization, flexibility and a desire to learn new skills are critical to success in this role. While reporting is not among the responsibilities of this position, writing skills and a passion for Times journalism are a must, as our news assistant may be called upon to help with research and reporting from time to time.

This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office four days each week. There may be some flexibility to work remotely per your departmental guidance.

Responsibilities

• Internal document creation and maintenance, i.e. trackers, desk contact lists / whereabouts, airtables, Google production calendars, etc.
• Produce Metro's New York Today newsletter which, in addition to technical production tasks, includes writing short sentences for a bulleted list of current stories
• Help with story promotion, including updating the Metro section front based on the importance of the day’s stories
• Proofread and fact-check audience-related tasks, i.e. SEO and URL verification
• Research and produce daily news scans
• Monitor a Slack channel for vehicle request submissions to be used by Metro reporters
• Ensure smooth communication between editors, reporters, photographers and freelancers
• Eagerly tackle new responsibilities as the need arises (i.e. assist with breaking news coverage)
• Take detailed notes during meetings with editors
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our values of journalistic independence and exhibit a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world
• This role reports to the Deputy Director of Newsroom Operations

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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