Newsweek is the global media organization that has earned audience time and trust for more than 90 years. Newsweek reaches 100 million people each month with thought-provoking news, opinion, images, graphics, and video delivered across a dozen print and digital platforms. Headquartered in New York City, Newsweek also publishes international editions in EMEA and Asia.
The Life & Trends reporter on the Audience Off Platform team plays a pivotal role in driving Newsweek's engagement and reach
, primarily on syndicated platforms like Apple News by rapidly crafting engaging content around trending themes. This team member will use the latest AI/LLM tools to assist in creating accurate, timely content on trending conversations and topics, and help contribute to the success of Newsweek and shape its future through data-driven decision making. Key Responsibilities
- Content creation: Create multiple stories per day on high-interest topics around life advice, personal dilemmas, health, wellness and trending digital themes.
- Data awareness: Use analytics data to determine stories that will resonate with audiences. Monitor content performance and work to optimize headlines, visuals, and other elements for improved audience response.
- Content refinement and improvement: Take editor feedback to constantly be improving individual stories and the story crafting process. Actively participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative content ideas to drive audience growth and engagement.
- AI assisted workflow: Increase prowess using LLMs to aid in the speed, depth and breadth of reporting and look for opportunities to further develop AI tools.
- Any other reasonable duties to meet the needs of the business.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.
- Proven experience in creating content in a newsroom or digital publication or similar environment, with a track record of engaging a large audience.
- Deep understanding of lifestyle trending topics like internet conversations, health, entertainment, science, wellness and beyond.
- Strong editorial judgment with an exceptional ability to spot trending content.
- Ability to adapt to rapidly changing trends and pivot strategies accordingly without compromising on quality.
- Prior experience with AI/LLM tools is highly preferred but not required.
Salary range: $60,000 - $65,000 commensurate with experience
Newsweek is an equal opportunity employer. We seek employees of diverse backgrounds and are committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and respectful workplace.
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