Full-time and Contract Writing Positions

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Social Media Developer, Huffington Post, New York
We are looking for a Social Media Developer to join our team at Huffington Post. This full time position will be located in our NYC office. Day to day responsibilities include, but not limited to: integration with Facebook, Twitter, Google, Foursquare and developing the Huffington Post social news network. What we are looking for:

Experienced in PHP, PERL, MySQL, HTML, CSS, Javascript, Jquery
Strong experience maintaining and extending large-scale Content Management Systems for WebsitesExperience working with Tumblr, Pinterest, Stumbleupon,Google+, Spotify, Instagram APIs or making mash-ups

Must be comfortable using a Unix shell
Good knowledge of manual HTML coding
Experience in object oriented programming and SQL database design
Production issue resolution (bugs – js/css/jquery)

Must have the ability to convert website layouts in PSD to HTML
Create html templates and corresponding css based on pdf files
Site optimization – finding ways to optimize existing sites (js/css)
Experience working in a team and developing projects using an OOP approach
Must enjoy writing beautiful code!
https://sjobs.brassring.com/1033/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerid=25237&siteid=36&areq=122777BR&
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HuffPost Community Apprentice Program
The Huffington Post is seeking individuals who are passionate about growing audiences around news for an intensive 6- month, full-time apprentice program with our community team. This is a unique opportunity to get hands-on experience for individuals looking for a career in community and social media and an interest in journalism, pushing the limits of what is known in engagement at scale.

Apprentices should have a sense of humor, a sense of what’s newsworthy, and be excited about:
– Creating active communities around news and original content
– Establishing themselves as a center of knowledge in the community and social media
– Pitching and owning one or more long-term projects during the duration of the program
– Figuring out what drives people to engage

This apprentice program helps to to development your skills through a rotation of assignments working with a variety of editors in community engagement, social media, moderation, breaking news and more.
We have 2 positions open and look for applicants who have drive, passion and skills, but we don’t expect you to have much experience. This is a paid position in NYC.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/p/jobs-at-huffingtonpostcom.html
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Content Writer for their Electronics division, San Jose, CA
Maintain publishing for all social network communications for our Electronics division – Blog, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, etc.
Develop content that are socially engaging, adapt content for each social channel
Manage content submission and prioritization
Communicate key themes and messaging that matches client Electronics retail and merchandising calendar with consistent tone and style of client Social Guidelines
Monitor and manage day-to-day engagement with fans/followers, creative development and implementation
Triage any customer related issues to appropriate Customer Service Department
Responsible for end to end execution of key Social programs for client Electronics to achieve the business goals
Share the responsibility in aligning programs and communications with the core client Social goals and visions
Perform frequent competitive analysis – tracking major competitors’ social outreach programs (content, frequency, channels) and identifying the gold standard

Job Requirements for this contract position:
A Bachelor degree and 1 -2 year experience in Electronics/Tech journalism. Recent experience / knowledge in marketing , specifically online marketing, with recent experiences in social media
Job Skills:
Excellent writing skills with the ability to translate traditional marketing content into engaging and socially-relevant conversations
Outstanding presentation skills
Passionate about new technology, industry trends, and media
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong knowledge of social media tools and platforms required
Ref ID : 12-05172 Rathna, Phone : 732-603-2200 x 4461
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Technical Editor and Writer, Fairborn, OH
Writes, rewrites, and/or edits technical documentation such as procedures, user manuals, software,
documentation/specifications and related technical publications to communicate clearly and effectively to a wide range of audiences for a wide range of purposes. Acquires subject knowledge by collaborating with product developers and managers, hands-on exploration/testing, and legacy documentation. Employer Northrop Grumman.
https://ngc.taleo.net/careersection/ngc_pro/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=141207&src=JB-202
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Staff Writer, Tampa, FL
Responsibilities include interviewing, writing and reviewing content for informative and compelling health care articles with a marketing twist for our contributing editors, collaborating with the graphics department and other relevant groups to create a vibrant end product, SEO optimization, and other duties as assigned by management.
http://www.bright.com/jobs/job/828480_j8b08864vxfnswmtrl3/
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Senior News Editor, Washington DC
We are seeking a temporary Senior New Editor/Newscasts. At the direction of the News Director, the Senior News Editor/Newscasts helps lead WAMU’s editorial mission to provide contextual, significant and thoughtful broadcast journalism which distinguishes quality public radio, and helps our listeners to both participate, and make informed decisions, in the democratic process.
S/he is able to teach, foster and nurture these values within the news team, and help recruit new talent with the ability or potential to replicate these values. S/he is expected to help set and maintain the highest editorial, ethical and technical standards for news production and reporting, and help enforce open and honest communication in all internal and external newsroom collaborations.
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism or related field or equivalent in training or experience.
Minimum Requirements:
At least 3 years professional experience overseeing writing and producing of spot/feature length news reports
Minimum 2 years script-editing experience
Proven ability to work under pressured deadlines
Evidence of excellence in broadcast journalism, writing, editing and story selection
Evidence of high ethical reporting standards
Proven track-record of visionary leadership and inspiring management
Experience of teaching and encouraging entry-level staff and students
Proof of digital editing skills
This position is an open-ended temporary position working at full-time hours. Please apply to this position via American University’s online application system at the following web address:
https://jobs.american.edu/LoginPage.aspx
http://www.higheredjobs.com/details.cfm?JobCode=175660592

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Writer and Editor, Boca Raton, FL
Florida Atlantic University seeks an enthusiastic individual to serve as the university writer and editor. Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Creative Services in the Division of Community Engagement, this position is part of a cohesive, professional team that supports the marketing and communications needs of the university. S/he works with the Director in developing and implementing creative content ideas to support the university’s marketing and promotional efforts.
JobCode=175659659&Title=University%20Writer%20and%20Editor
http://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?

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Writer-Editor, Boston, MA
The Writer/Editor participates in the planning, writing and editing of a variety of enrollment-related marketing and communications vehicles, including print collateral, web copy, interactive platform copy, targeted email and formal letters, social media and the like.
http://www.higheredjobs.com/search/details.cfm?JobCode=175659051&Title=Writer%2FEditor

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