Staff Writer, Current Events

Job Title Staff Writer, Current Events Job Description I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives. The Staff Writer is an excellent writer, interviewer and self-starter, responsible for pitching, reporting and writing multiple news and feature stories across PEOPLE's various platforms. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic team player with a passion for PEOPLE who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The Staff Writer will be expected to work occasional nights and weekends to handle reporting assignments and cover breaking news and events with the rest of the team. The Staff Writer also will be expected to support the newsroom’s diversity and inclusion efforts by seeking out diverse stories and writing with sensitivity. In addition to having an eye on what’s trending, the ideal candidate should deliver clean copy in a timely manner with impeccable journalistic standards, as well as a deep knowledge of the digital landscape, including SEO, Discover and analytics. II. Essential Job Functions Approximate Weight % | Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results 60% - Write stories on deadline 20% - Pitch content 10% - Analyze traffic data and implement strategies accordingly 10% - Edit when needed; and other duties as assigned III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered. Education: BA or BS in related field, or equivalent experience or training and/or experience Experience: Minimum 2 years of writing for a high-volume digital news organization Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently • Strong writing and editing skills, impeccable journalistic standards and attention to detail • Ability to respond quickly to breaking news • Strong basic reporting abilities % Travel Required (Approximate): not anticipated, but may be assigned It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing hr@people.inc. The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees Pay Range Salary: California: 78,000.00 The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of People Inc's total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives. In addition, People Inc. provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with People Inc. and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance. #NMG# People Inc. is America’s largest digital and print publisher. Our 40 iconic and fast-growing brands harness the best intent-driven content, the fastest sites, and the fewest ads to help nearly 200 million people every month, including 95 percent of US women, make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. People Inc. brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, FOOD & WINE, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, Southern Living and more.