Full Job Description

Business Wire, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is the global market leader in press release distribution and regulatory disclosure. We are on a mission to redefine how organizations connect with their audiences – and that’s just the beginning!

Organizations, big and small, depend on us to accurately publicize market-moving news and multimedia, host online newsrooms and investor relations websites, and generate social engagements that continuously develop interactions with their target audience.

About the Team

The editorial team is committed to creating and maintaining a collaborative and rewarding environment. The team is composed of diverse professionals committed to helping leading organizations disseminate news and information to a global audience. Thriving in a deadline-driven environment, we pride ourselves on our ability to distribute client content with speed, accuracy, efficiency and professionalism. We are looking for smart, passionate, creative and innovative people to join our team.

About the Role

The primary responsibility of a Business Wire Newsroom Editor is to accurately and efficiently prepare and transmit news releases over Business Wire’s circuits. A Newsroom Editor will also work as a team member performing any and all functions necessary for the successful operation of Newsroom Operations as determined by departmental management.

Business Wire’s newsroom is a 24-hour operation. There are currently two shifts available:
1) Monday – Friday, 1:30 pm – 10 pm
2) Sunday – Thursday, 1:30 pm – 10 pm

What You’ll Do

• Format and edit content written by our clients
• Work under deadlines to ensure accurate dissemination of clients’ press releases
• Monitor press releases to ensure successful delivery across intended platforms
• Act as an expert resource for client inquiries on Business Wire’s products and services
• Provide outstanding customer service
• Provide membership information and set up new accounts when the situation is approved and appropriate
• Collaborate with sales and other departments as necessary

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of people in a team environment
• Ability to multitask, prioritize workflow, and follow projects through to completion under tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to exercise good judgment
• Basic technical skills and computer literacy, including proficiency in standard business applications (i.e., MS Word and Excel; Web, etc.)
• Must demonstrate reliability through good attendance and punctuality
• Courteous and professional phone manner
• Professional demeanor
• Must be flexible with schedule, as needed

Business Wire is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and other similar state laws and local ordinances, and its internal policy, Business Wire will also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.