News Writer

Job Summary

The News Writer is responsible for producing breaking news content and other features. The News Writer will be a team player who has excellent writing and communication skills as well as a deep love and knowledge of entertainment and pop culture. The News Writer will work closely with the rest of the team, taking assignments as needed, suggesting story ideas, and pitching unique ways in which to forward a story. Successful candidates will be able to produce well-researched and engaging content under tight deadlines. This News Writer must be willing to work Tuesday-Saturday.

Essential Job Functions

• Write breaking entertainment news stories and other features
• Cover events and conduct interviews as needed, and other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in journalism or communications, related field or equivalent training and/or experience.
• Experience: Minimum 1-5 years experience
• Specific Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Strong knowledge of entertainment, pop culture, and the EW brand
  • Idea generator who can think of new, fresh story ideas
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with SEO, social media, content management systems, Photoshop

Pay

• Salary: New York: $69,000.00 - $69,000.00
• Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
• Basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Short term and long term disability
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• Family care benefits
• A generous 401K savings plan with a company match program
• 10-12 paid holidays annually
• Generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents)

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Company provides equal employment opportunities 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.