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Newsweek, Freelance Reporter

Employer
Newsweek
Location
Ireland (IE)
Salary
Competitive rate
Closing date
Apr 19, 2021

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Industry
Journalist
Job Type
Freelance
Hours
Not Specified
Sector
Online, News
Discipline
Reporter

Job Details

Newsweek is seeking a freelance reporter to work with our London bureau. 

The ideal candidate will have detailed knowledge of U.S. news and how to write engaging stories for an American audience. 

The freelance reporter will be responsible for writing up breaking news stories, conducting original interviews and obtaining exclusives. 

The candidate will be able to source, pitch and write several stories each day, with a strong understanding of digital journalism and the needs of a fast-paced newsroom. They will also be adept at monitoring social media and Google trends to find and identify stories and topics of interest for a U.S. audience. 

The candidate will be responsible for ensuring high-quality coverage that is accurate, fair, and conforms to accepted standards of journalism.

The candidate will have the ability to work remotely in Ireland or the UK, up to 5 days per week, on dates as mutually agreed.

Services

  • Pitch and write several news stories each day
  • Research and write original stories and features 
  • Scour multiple social media for stories and emerging trends
  • Check facts and sources and ensure content is of the highest possible standard
  • Work with editors to ensure your work meets house style

Requirements

  • Experience in a reporting role for a reputable organization
  • Experience and familiarity covering U.S. news and trends
  • Familiarity of using social media and Google trends to find stories
  • Capable of working to tight deadlines 
  • Must be able to work flexible hours 

 

Company

Newsweek is a premier news magazine and website that has been bringing high-quality journalism to readers around the globe for over 90 years.

Newsweek provides the latest news, in-depth analysis and ideas about international issues, technology, business, culture and politics. In addition to its online and mobile presence,

Newsweek publishes weekly English print editions in the United States, Europe/Middle East/Africa and Asia as well as editions in Japanese, Korean, Polish, Serbian and Spanish.

 

Company info
Website
Location
Aldwych House,
71-91 Aldwych
London
Greater London
WC2B 4HN
United Kingdom

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