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New Job at NABJcareers.org Content Specialist, Technical and News Writer: Reston, Virginia ASCE - American Society of Civil Engineers The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), the nation’s oldest national engineering association, is currently searching for a content specialist/writer to work with the content team to plan and create content in different media and across platforms that support and grow the organization’s content strategy. This includes a focus on the architecture, engineering, and construction industry based on an in-depth knowledge of the field, as well as content that more specifically connects to ASCE programs and members.   Responsibilities include: * Generating and executing content ideas that cover the latest news and developments in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry for multiple platforms * Generating and executing content ideas that highlight Society members, programs, and events for multiple platforms * Assisting with brainstorming and executing a variety of multimedia content ideas – including video, podcasts, and social media * Cultivating an in-depth knowledge of the architecture, engineering, and construction industry * Generating a deep roster of industry contacts and leads * Developing strong relationships with ASCE members, both in support of their needs and as critical content collaborators * Serving as one of the content team’s key users of Sitecore (CMS) to publish and edit content on a daily basis * Tracking, recording, and presenting regular content analytics using Google GA4 analytics The ideal candidate will have: * A four-year college degree or equivalent work experience * 2-3 years’ experience producing communications content focused on science or technical writing with multimedia fluency * Demonstrated success writing and editing substantive articles for publication * Advanced knowledge and application of content management systems, HTML publishing, multimedia editing software and social media content platforms * Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork, organizational, and attention to detail skills The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) is a leading nonprofit professional membership association dedicated to the advancement of civil engineering to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public good. To accomplish  ASCE's mission, ASCE staff works together as a team, based on a foundation of trust, striving for individual and organizational excellence.  To achieve our shared goals, we maintain a relentless focus on members and a commitment to continuously grow and improve individually and collectively.   We cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better… See more jobs on the NABJ Career Center at NABJCareers.org #NABJJobAlerts

NABJ is in talks with the Harris Campaign to finalize details to conduct an interview with NABJ panelists before an audience of NABJ members this month. As details are confirmed, we will soon make additional announcements with date, location, and in-person or virtual access details on our platforms. Stay tuned! http://bit.ly/4giyXv7

New Job at NABJcareers.org President & General Manager: Seattle, Washington Campbell & Company ABOUT KUOW  KUOW Puget Sound Public Radio is Seattle’s NPR news and information station. An independent, nonprofit organization, KUOW produces award winning journalism, innovative podcasts, engaging community events, and more. Since 1952, KUOW has served listeners in Seattle and Western Washington at 94.9FM (KUOW), Bellingham at 90.3FM (KQOW), Olympia at 1340AM (KUOW), with a coverage area of 3.9 million people and more worldwide online. The mission of KUOW is to create and serve a more informed public. It pursues as a “north star” a fertile and vibrant ecosystem existing for community and democracy to thrive. KUOW’s intended impact is to be a platform that enables all in the Puget Sound Region to understand and navigate what is happening in the world around them, leading to their greater agency and empowerment. Learn more at KUOW.org.     THE POSITION  The next President and General Manager will be an energizing, collaborative, and inclusive chief executive who provides overall vision, leadership, and strategic direction for KUOW, one of the most diverse and innovative public radio stations in the United States. The President and General Manager has full oversight of KUOW including its content and programming, personnel, physical plant and technical support, marketing, community outreach, fundraising, general administration, and racial equity initiatives. The next President and General Manager will start from a highly advantageous position, inheriting a financially stable budget, a high-functioning and deeply experienced executive staff, a passionate base of donors and patrons, a demonstrated commitment to diversity, racial equity, inclusion, and belonging, and vibrant support from the University of Washington and the Pacific Northwest community. This leader will be a champion for award-winning journalism, innovative programming, groundbreaking podcasts, and engaging community events, as well as advancing KUOW’s passionate mission to create and serve a more informed public.  See more jobs on the NABJ Career Center at NABJCareers.org #NABJJobAlerts

New Job at NABJcareers.org General Assignment Reporter, WLS-TV: Chicago, Illinois WLS-TV News - ABC 7 Eyewitness News Chicago Job Summary: ABC7/WLS, the ABC Owned Television station in Chicago, IL, is seeking a dynamic and energetic General Assignment Reporter. The ideal candidate is a compassionate and ethical journalist committed to reporting the facts with the utmost integrity. We are looking for a standout colleague, a compelling storyteller, and someone who can authentically engage with a diverse audience. This role requires a deep understanding of the powerful voice and responsibility that journalists have within the communities they serve. The position primarily covers the morning daypart. Responsibilities: * Exhibit exceptional reporting, writing, and interviewing skills. * Source and generate impactful stories by leveraging critical relationships with local newsmakers. * Report, write, capture visual content, edit, and produce stories for multiple platforms, including digital and social media, under tight deadlines. * Actively utilize social media for both news gathering and promotion. * Demonstrate the ability to engage and move an audience between linear and digital platforms. * Show a strong commitment to the community by representing the station and participating in various community events. See more jobs on the NABJ Career Center at NABJCareers.org #NABJJobAlerts

New Job at NABJcareers.org Weather Meteorologist R50026599: Atlanta, Georgia FOX 5 Atlanta The Meteorologist position at our station requires the preparation and presentation of accurate weather forecasts across broadcast, digital, and social media platforms. This role involves creating engaging weather content, monitoring severe weather conditions, adapting to flexible work schedules, and staying current with the latest meteorological broadcast technology. Responsibilities: * Deliver weather information across various channels, applying a fresh, creative approach for digital platforms. * Produce compelling weather graphics and animations using our weather systems. * Engage with audiences through social media and digital platforms, responding promptly and professionally. * Report live or pre-produced weather stories as needed. * Suggest technological upgrades to improve weather broadcasting. * Support station promotions and effectively interact with the public. Key Qualifications: * Capable of balancing multiple projects with visual creativity under time constraints. * Strong on-camera delivery, especially during live, unscripted reporting on weather events. * Exceptional organizational abilities. * A sharp understanding of meteorology and news production that resonates with viewers. * Commitment to learning and utilizing our newsroom technology. * Excellent grasp of the English language and a valid driver's license. * Bachelor's degree in meteorology or related field is preferred, with prior experience in broadcast weather anchoring. EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled   See more jobs on the NABJ Career Center at NABJCareers.org #NABJJobAlerts

🕊 Today, we honor the lives lost and forever changed on #September11. We also salute the journalists who help us #neverforget through powerful storytelling. "While none of us were first responders...we got the stories out that explained what happened to change our world." - Sandra Dawson Long Weaver via @ #NABJ Black News & Views https://lnkd.in/eFYTZtsj

New Job at NABJcareers.org Public Relations Representative: Ann Arbor, Michigan University of Michigan Medicine Job Title:                                Public Relations Representative Intermediate Department:                            Michigan Medicine Department of Communication Location:                                 NCAC, Suite 2400, 2901 Hubbard, Ann Arbor Hours/Week:                           40 Classification:                         Public Relations Representative How to Apply A cover letter, resume and three writing samples are required for consideration for this intermediate position. Please load all documents into one file and upload to this site. The cover letter should summarize why you believe you are the right person for this job, your strengths and outline skills and experience that directly relate to the responsibilities of this job. Job Summary The Michigan Medicine Department of Communications is looking for an energetic, enthusiastic intermediate public relations representative to join our award-winning team in promotion of the academic medical center of the University of Michigan. This individual will write for Michigan Medicine's award-winning healthcare content platform, https://lnkd.in/gt32cPum, as well as represent clients' public relations needs. The Health Lab platform is a main component of the Department of Communication's content marketing and brand building efforts to promote Michigan Medicine's clinical care, research, and innovative educational approaches to the world.  The public relations representative will work with Department of Communication team members to promote Michigan Medicine, the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center, Kellogg Eye Center and other specialty areas through social media, storytelling, videos and blogs. Successful candidates will have excellent writing samples, excellent verbal communication skills, background in social media strategy, adaptability, quick thinking, enthusiasm and creativity. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast paced, news focused environment and can juggle multiple projects at once. We're looking for someone focused on how social media continues to reshape marketing, promotion, and customer engagement. This person is a regular consumer of the latest online trends and is an early adopter of innovative platforms and features. This candidate is interested in not only producing dynamic content but also assessing its value based on Michigan Medicine goals and its return on investment.  What Perks and Benefits Can You Look Forward to?  * 2:1 match on retirement savings * Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one of employment * Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays * Hybrid workplace that allows remote work, but candidates must be available for regular in-person events *… See more jobs on the NABJ Career Center at NABJCareers.org #NABJJobAlerts

New Job at NABJcareers.org Opinion Editor: Buffalo, New York The Buffalo News OPINION EDITOR   The Buffalo News, an award-winning news organization located in New York’s second-largest city, is seeking a discerning Opinion Editor to lead our Editorial Board.   Our opinion pages serve as a marketplace of ideas. Thoughts on local and national issues are reflected through local and syndicated columnists, letters to the editor and opinion cartoons.  We are committed to elevating voices from across the community.   We work collaboratively and collegially to produce sharp institutional opinions on matters of public interest, ranging from the serious to the light and focusing mainly on local and state issues. We want to be interesting, entertaining and provocative.   As editor of our digital and print opinion pages, this journalist will develop and implement opinion coverage that steers debate and community conversation with editorials, columns and video that offers thoughtful takes on current events and policy issues.   This editor will assign, edit and write editorials and supervise our editorial writers and cartoonist.  Working with the opinion team, this editor will create smart commentary that shines a light on issues that impact the lives of area residents. Topics of high interest to our readers include public safety, government accountability, education, housing and equity.   A key part of this role is community listening. The ideal candidate for this role has a proven track record of building connections with diverse communities. These connections should lead to a growth in community members who contribute letters, opinion pieces and video commentary. Community forums or discussions led by The Buffalo News opinion team or through community partnership will be an important part of our community engagement efforts.   Requirements * At least five years of professional opinion writing experience * Managerial experience * Strong reporting and editing ability * Robust knowledge of current events, politics and issues affecting Buffalo and Erie County * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in journalism or related field * Adept at SEO, headline writing and utilizing analytics to read a digital audience   We strive to hire talented and dedicated people who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. People of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply.   Why Buffalo? The city has seen a resurgence that makes it an exciting time to work and live here. The region has professional sports teams, a philharmonic, a growing waterfront, Niagara Falls, beautiful hikes and ski slopes all within a short drive. See more jobs on the NABJ Career Center at NABJCareers.org #NABJJobAlerts

New Job at NABJcareers.org Journalism Travel Grant: New York, The Neal Peirce Foundation The Neal Peirce Foundation [https://lnkd.in/eFrEP2UB] is a U.S nonprofit supporting journalists in covering under-told stories about ways to make cities and their metro regions work better for all their people. We are currently offering Journalism Travel Grants of up to $1,500 each to enable journalists to travel to cities within the U.S. to produce one or more stories for publication. The awards, selected through a competitive review process, cover travel expenses necessary for on-the-ground reporting. An ideal project for us to support is one where a journalist reports on an innovation that their city or all cities can learn from. Examples of stories by past grantees are here https://lnkd.in/eFrEP2UB. The deadline for submission is October 7th.  See more jobs on the NABJ Career Center at NABJCareers.org #NABJJobAlerts

New Job at NABJcareers.org Managing Editor: Boulder, Colorado Western Resource Advocates Salary Range:$70,000.00 To 95,000.00 Annually Position Summary Western Resource Advocates (WRA) is hiring a Managing Editor to join our team. The Managing Editor will be responsible for managing WRA’s electronic and print materials and work in collaboration with teams across WRA to develop and execute content and publications that elevate our policy positions, influence media, educate decision makers, drive the narrative, inspire donors, and promote equitable change. The role will ensure our content leverages the organization’s key messages and is designed in line with our brand guidelines.  This position will manage publication projects, edit and develop content including op-eds, blogs, and other articles, and work to leverage these materials through communications plans with our key audiences. About Western Resource Advocates WRA fights climate change and its impacts to sustain the environment, economy, and people of the West. We respect the different needs of diverse people and partner with them to develop a shared vision for progress—one that advances communities while protecting biodiversity. Our team of policy experts, scientists, economists, and attorneys has a 30-year history of working where decisions are made, sweating the details, creating evidence-based solutions, and holding decision makers accountable. This on-the-ground-work with policymakers and other advocates advances clean energy, protects air, land, water, and wildlife—and sustains the lives and livelihoods of the West. Location This position may work remotely in our seven-state region, in one of our six offices, or a hybrid of the two. Our seven-state region includes Arizona, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah, and Wyoming. WRA has offices located in Boulder, CO; Carson City, NV; Denver, CO; Phoenix, AZ; Salt Lake City, UT; and Santa Fe, NM. Access to a major airport required, as this position involves some travel. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Manage editorial projects from conception to completion, including brainstorming ideas, research, setting and meeting deadlines, writing content, getting feedback, making revisions, proofreading, and copy editing.  * Initiate story, content, and publications ideas to help the organization reach its goals.  * Write key stories, blogs, and articles, as well as outline, proofread, and copyedit reports, quarterly Fields Notes magazines, annual Impact Reports, fact sheets, presentations, other policy and donor materials, and weekly internal e-newsletter (the “Insider”). * Independently incorporate changes, comments, and critiques from multiple reviewers using exceptional writing and editing skills. * Conduct interviews with internal stakeholders to gather and craft informative and accurate materials. *… See more jobs on the NABJ Career Center at NABJCareers.org #NABJJobAlerts