We here at The Enterprise are looking for a Breaking News Editor to join our team and help us keep our readers informed with the latest news. We’re looking for someone with a passion for news, who can identify and pursue important stories, write compelling headlines and think quickly on their feet. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role, and should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. If you have a keen eye for news and the ability to work quickly and accurately, we want to hear from you!
- Work with editorial team to identify and pursue important news stories.
- Write compelling headlines that accurately capture the story’s content and intent.
- Source and verify information quickly and accurately.
- Work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Stay up to date on current events and newsworthy topics.
- Manage deadlines and prioritize tasks accordingly.
- Work closely with other departments in order to ensure the timeliness and accuracy of all news content.
- Monitor social media for newsworthy content.
- Provide editorial feedback and direction to staff writers.
- Edit copy for grammar, accuracy and clarity.
Excellent Communication Skills
Ability To Work In A Fast-Paced Environment
Strong Writing And Editing Skills
Ability To Handle Multiple Tasks And Prioritize Accordingly
Proven Track Record Of Accuracy And Attention To Detail
Ability To Work Under Tight Deadlines
Knowledge Of Associated Press Style
Familiarity With Social Media Platforms
Networking
Writing
Editing
Scheduling
Auditing
Reporting
Researching
Monitoring
fact-checking
Pitching
communicating
Analyzing
Optimizing
Measuring
Curating
Communication
Leadership
Problem Solving
Time management
Interpersonal Skills
creativity
Organization
self-motivation
flexibility
Teamwork
According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Breaking News Editor is between $38,000 and $60,000 per year. This range is based on the salaries of similar positions across the United States.
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The Enterprise is an afternoon daily newspaper published in Brockton, Massachusetts. It is considered a newspaper of record for Brockton and nearby towns in northern Bristol and Plymouth counties, and southern Norfolk County.

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