SCHEDULE
Currently: Part-time, Fridays and Saturdays (majority of work on Saturday, for a Sunday morning publication)
Growth potential: Expand to 5 days, Wednesday through Sunday, with increased focus on news monitoring and coverage throughout the week in addition to weekendproduction
NEWS COVERAGE & WRITING
This role requires strong news judgment and the ability to identify stories that matter to our audience. You will:
· Monitor breaking news and developing stories within our coverage areas, keeping a pulse on what's happening throughout the week and flagging timely content for our Sunday newsletter and weekly social news posts
· Write sharp, engaging headlines, decks, and news blurbs that capture attention and convey the story quickly
· Fact-check your work thoroughly — you must know how to verify information, check sources, and ensure accuracy before publication
· Write compelling blurbs for our weekly "Sunday Paper Recommends" feature, covering TV shows, movies, books, events, podcasts, and other media with the same engaging, concise style
· Copyedit original articles and interviews for publication, ensuring accuracy and consistency with our editorial voice
NEWSLETTER PRODUCTION & BACKEND BUILD
You will physically assemble and build the complete newsletter each weekend for Sunday morning publication:
· Build original content on newsletter and website digital platforms, including light graphic design work and video uploading
· Meticulous proofreading for grammar, formatting, and link verification
· Knowledge of SailThru and Ghost is a major plus
· Backend website building experience is a plus
· Basic HTML text coding knowledge or willingness to learn
ESSENTIAL QUALITIES
· Confidence and composure under pressure — stories break, plans change, and things shift last minute. You need to handle these pivots smoothly and keep production on track.
· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
· Reliable weekend availability — this is a weekend-focused role by design
