Newsdesk Editor

NEWS DESK EDITOR

Department: Operations

Status: Full-time – 2nd Shift (3:00 p.m. – Midnight ET)

About Us

ACCESS Newswire is a premier provider of communications and compliance technology solutions that are designed to help organizations tell their stories globally. Our comprehensive solutions are used by thousands of corporations around the world, all of which rely on our industry leading newswire ACCESSWIRE®, IR website architecture, virtual live events, and compliance technologies. Founded in 2006, ACCESS Newswire is a publicly traded company (NYSE: ACCS) headquartered in downtown Raleigh, NC.

We’re looking for a new member of the editorial team. You will be entrusted as a key player to distribute and edit press releases across thousands of distribution outlets both domestically and internationally. Additionally, you will be responsible for working with the entire organization and our clients to train, implement, and support their business leaders both inside the company and externally with partners to encourage platform use. The ideal candidate will be upbeat and looking for a unique opportunity to gain experience in the communications industry!

This position will only work the second shift: M – F from 3:30 p.m. – Midnight ET.

A Day In The Life

• Handles all aspects of the dissemination of a press release.
• Conducts complete editorial reviews of each press-release, including but not limited to, receiving, reviewing, editing for spelling & grammatical/punctuation errors, and ensuring all formatting requirements are in place prior to live release.
• Assists clients with their distribution requirements.
• Ensures consistency regarding branding and style.
• Responds to client needs in a timely and efficient manner and troubleshoots user errors when required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

About You

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• You engage and partner with clients and internal partners as required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excel in problem-solving
• Great attention to detail
• Self-driven
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and leverage resources successfully
• Proficiency in PC/Internet technologies and Microsoft Office Suite
  
  

Education & Experience

• BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience
• 1 years of experience in a corporate setting
  
  

Perks & Benefits

• Unmatched growth and learning opportunities
• 100% company paid medical coverage, with optional dental & vision benefits
• Unlimited PTO policy
• 100% company paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• 100% company paid Telemedicine
• Employee Assistance Program & Health Advocate available for all employees
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company discounts on social & entertainment
• 401(k) with match
• Be a part of a growing company
• A culture that fosters ownership, autonomy, and continuous learning
  
  

ACCESS Newswire is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.