Full Job Description

• We’re looking for journalists and editors to join our fast-paced team at 72point.
• We specialize in data-led news stories with real talk value – designed to inform, entertain and drive earned-editorial for our brands and clients. Whether it’s the TODAY show, People magazine, The Independent, late-night talk shows or local and national news stations, our stories are talked about all over the place and we’re looking for someone who can help us go even further.
• Are you able to take a set of data and turn it into a compelling piece of news? Are you brimming with ideas for data-led stories? Perhaps you’re a journalist or editor looking for a fresh change who wants to stretch your creative muscles and join a news team on its ground floor? We want talented thinkers to help drive our editorial direction and ensure we produce relevant and engaging content that demands to be covered. If you can take an ordinary topic and craft ideas and copy that begs for national news attention we want to hear from you.
• The successful applicant will be the newest member of a fun, friendly, and focused team. We are currently working remotely and you have the option to stay remote however, you must be a resident of the state of Texas at the time of employment.

Requirements

• A snapshot of your responsibilities:
• Writing interesting news stories from a set of data
• Rewriting different sets of already completed news copy to make sure every angle within is thoroughly explored
• Contributing to the team’s overall editorial strategy
• Brainstorming strong research-led story angles that you know will get talked about online
• Creating enticing story concepts and research proposals
• Snap polls- crafting survey questions for news editors or TV shows to quickly gain reaction or public opinion in the wake of big news events or topical subjects

What you’ll need:

• A passion for current events and pop culture
• Strong editorial judgment
• Knowledge of the news world
• Excellent writing and copy-editing skills
• Ability to analyze survey data and spot trends
• Relevant past experience
• A constant flow of ideas and the knack for tapping into what’s currently being talked about
• Knowledge of American media organizations and contacts within the news and broadcast industry is a real bonus
• A journalism degree or a vocational qualification in journalism is a bonus

Benefits

Medical and Dental Benefits