Company DescriptionWe create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including *** , *** News, MS *** , *** , *** Sports, *** , *** Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and *** , our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. *** Universal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world
Job DescriptionNews editors are the air-traffic controllers for *** .com's website and app. They direct *** 's online breaking news coverage and oversee homepage programming for the web and app platforms. They work closely with *** 's top managers and the full newsroom to ensure our readers know everything necessary to make fast, informed decisions in business and finance.
News editors should have the ability to stay organized when several major stories break at the same time. A plane might be attempting an emergency landing while the president is talking about trade, and oil suddenly takes a major dip.
What you'll do: - Ensure *** .com is delivering all the top news of the day
- Place articles on the homepages, packaging art and related topics as needed and adjusting headline tone as needed
- Edit breaking news articles and help reporters and section editors improve their online presentation
- Write breaking news as needed
What we'll offer: - Sweat it out-- Free onsite fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment and group classes
- Eat up-- Gourmet cafeteria with daily specials, plus soup and salad bars
- Extras-- Dry cleaning
Don't have a car? No problem!We offer free shuttle transportation to and from multiple locations in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Hoboken and Jersey City. We're a global company that values our employee's individual experiences and wellbeing.
We know that we're smarter, more dynamic and *** ter together. That's why we offer benefits and perks to meet your unique needs. Read more about them on our careers site here. We invite you to seek the excitement, challenges and opportunities that make working at *** so rewarding.
QualificationsWhat you'll bring:- 2+ years of experience reporting or editing in a fast-paced newsroom
- Demonstrated ability to write clean copy fast
- Ability to work quickly under deadline pressure
- A Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
You'll stand out if:- You're accurate, fast and cool under pressure. The job calls for strong news judgment and involves fast-paced editing and directing a team of breaking news reporters
- You're capable of detail-oriented planning and on-the-fly news calls
- You have a background in business and/or finance journalism.
- Proficient in AP style and light photo-editing skills
- You have experience at a large online content destination, such as a major online news site or financial newspaper
- You possess ongoing knowledge of and interest in the business world and financial news
Additional Requirements:- Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through *** to be considered
- Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
- Hybrid:This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.
This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by *** Universal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.
Additional Information *** Universal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants
and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity
or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual
orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed
services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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