Freelance News Editor (ABC News) (Expression of Interest)
The Walt Disney Company
- Washington DC
- Contract
- Full-time
- Line edit DC-based and politics stories in coordination with other Digital editors.
- Write breaking lines on breaking news.
- Work with Digital’s senior editorial leaders, the DC editorial teams and Newsgathering to ensure robust and timely coverage of DC-based and politics stories.
- Assist with live coverage of DC-based and politics stories, including editing live blogs during special events.
- At least 5 years of news writing/editing experience, including breaking news
- Proven ability to write clean copy and edit on a deadline
- Track record of working on DC-based and politics stories for a major online news organization
- Experience with web publishing and AP style
- Track record of collaborating with reporters and editors of all experience levels in a fast-paced newsroom.
- BA or BS from a 4-year accredited college or university or equivalent experience.
- Master’s degree in journalism from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience.