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News Assistant

The New York Times
Location
New York, NY
Posted
24 days ago
Department
Journalism Operations and Support
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 1+ years of experience with Google Workspace
  • 1+ years of experience in a role requiring organizational skills
  • 1+ years of experience in a fast-paced environment that requires meeting deadlines
  • Strong grammar
Nice to have
  • Strong communication skills
  • A passion for learning about new tools and journalism formats
  • Versatile skills in writing
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, with an emphasis on InDesign
What the job really is

The News Assistant role at The New York Times involves supporting various newsroom functions by filling in for different positions as needed. Responsibilities include assisting editors with newsletters, managing social media accounts, proofreading content, and maintaining departmental documents. The position requires flexibility in scheduling, as it involves rotating through various tasks and working irregular hours, including nights and weekends.

Benefits
  • Variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
  • Company-matching 401(k) plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid vacation
Things to weigh
  • In-office position with a requirement for regular attendance four days a week, with some potential for remote work
  • Schedule varies week to week, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Role involves filling in for multiple positions, which may lead to a lack of consistency in responsibilities
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