Desk Editor (level 1 Journalist)

Thomson Reuters Corporation

Los Angeles, CA, US
Base: $72,000 usd - $130,000 usd; bonus/equity: no...
Experience as reporter or production editor
Strong copy editing skills for complex stories
Ability to write accurately at speed
The role involves writing and editing breaking news stories from around the globe while producing clean, engaging content at speed

Job Summary

  • The role involves writing and editing breaking news stories from around the globe while producing clean, engaging content at speed.
  • Candidates must possess strong digital and multimedia expertise to create rich packages including video, pictures, graphics, and text.
  • Thomson Reuters offers a global career with on-the-job learning, coaching, and competitive salary packages including paid volunteering days.

Matching Summary

The role involves writing and editing breaking news stories from around the globe while producing clean, engaging content at speed.

Salary

Base: $72,000 USD - $130,000 USD; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive salary packages, paid volunteering days, industry competitive benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Experience as reporter or production editor
  • Strong copy editing skills for complex stories
  • Ability to write accurately at speed
  • News judgment to shape stories
  • Calm under pressure in fast-paced environment

Nice-to-have

  • Track record in business or finance journalism
  • Experience optimizing stories for SEO
  • Understanding of analytics tools
  • Experience editing newsletters
  • Multimedia expertise with video and graphics

Key Requirements

  • Demonstrable experience as a reporter or production editor
  • Very strong copy editing skills
  • Ability to handle legally or socially sensitive stories

Work Rights

Not specified

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