Digital Production Assistant, Breaking News

This is a Freelance Job

You must be available for immediate hire. This is a full-time role through November 2026.

You will be offered the following shift:

Tuesday-Saturday, 2:00 PM, ET - 10:00 PM, ET

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Producing multiple assigned multimedia articles and wires a day in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Obtaining, shooting and editing videos, photos and other imagery
• Conducting background research on individuals and topics relevant to breaking news coverage
• Supporting high-profile breaking news coverage through multimedia production for digital stories and live blogs
• Reaching out to external sources via phone and social media to verify information and gather content
• Contributing to original written content as needed
• Acting as a point of contact for reporters, writers, and editors to support multimedia production needs
• Adhering to detailed SEO requirements
• Incorporating edits from supervisors
• Creating engaging online quizzes tied to trending or high-interest news topics
• Managing multiple assignments across a wide range of topics
• Pitch compelling stories for digital platforms
• Monitor wires, social media, and other broadcast networks for news developments

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• A track record of great writing, preferably involving reporting and research
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced news environment
• Ability to anticipate the needs of writers, reporters and editors and proactively support content production
• Willingness and ability to work weekends and some holidays
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field of study preferred, or equivalent experience
• Experience with SEO, working in a CMS (WordPress preferred) and Photoshop is preferred
• Familiarity with Associated Press style
• Curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to learn new tools and skills

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