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Nexstar Media Group, Inc. · 2 months ago

The Hill Assistant Editor

positionDC, Washington
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$28/hr - $33/hr

Nexstar Media Group, through its division The Hill, is seeking an Assistant Editor to join their newsroom. This role involves editing and developing political and policy newsletters while collaborating with various teams to enhance content quality and delivery.

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Responsibilities

Edit articles for clarity, accuracy, style, grammar and adherence to The Hill's editorial standards
Fact-check and verify information to ensure accuracy and credibility
Pitch story and newsletter ideas, assist in front-line editing, copy editing and production of various newsletters
Oversee all sponsored ads in newsletters: build mockups for the Sales team, provide feedback on ad placements and maintain clear boundaries around sponsored content
Assist other staff with newsletters: provide feedback and technical help to editors and writers handling email content, including sharing how-to tips and pitching in where needed
Help update the newsletter style guide: update templates, systems and other processes as needed based on The Hill's broader product and strategic goals

Qualification

Political news knowledgeEditing skillsSEO familiarityAnalytics toolsBachelor's degreeDigital ads experienceNewsletter sponsorshipsCommunicationAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Excellent knowledge of political & policy-oriented news, closely tracking our competitors' work
Strong attention to detail and comfortable suggesting edits both big and small
Committed to a 'whole team' approach utilizing your knowledge and skills and those of others
A bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field

Preferred

Familiarity with SEO, analytics tools preferred
Experience handling digital ads and/or newsletter sponsorships a plus

Benefits

Medical (with multiple plan options)
Dental
Vision insurance
Paid time off
A 401(k) with company matching contributions
Paid Parental leave
Life insurance
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Company

Nexstar Media Group, Inc.

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Nexstar Media Group, Inc.
dateFounded in 2000
location
Irving, Texas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.nexstar.tv

H1B Sponsorship

Nexstar Media Group, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (2)
2023 (3)
2022 (3)
2021 (7)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.5M
2017-09-06Post Ipo Equity· $2.5M
2003-12-05IPO

Leadership Team

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Bill Sammon
SVP
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Jerry Walsh
Senior Vice President, Local Content Development
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