Job TitleStaff Writer, Current EventsJob Description<div>I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.The Staff Writer is an excellent writer, interviewer and self-starter, responsible for pitching, reporting and writing multiple news and feature stories across PEOPLE's various platforms. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic team player with a passion for PEOPLE who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The Staff Writer will be expected to work occasional nights and weekends to handle reporting assignments and cover breaking news and events with the rest of the team. The Staff Writer also will be expected to support the newsroom’s diversity and inclusion efforts by seeking out diverse stories and writing with sensitivity. In addition to having an eye on what’s trending, the ideal candidate should deliver clean copy in a timely manner with impeccable journalistic standards, as well as a deep knowledge of the digital landscape, including SEO, Discover and analytics.</div><div>II. Essential Job FunctionsApproximate Weight % | Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results60% - Write stories on deadline20% - Pitch content10% - Analyze traffic data and implement strategies accordingly10% - Edit when needed; and other duties as assigned</div><div>III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.Education:BA or BS in related field, or equivalent experience or training and/or experienceExperience:Minimum 2 years of writing for a high-volume digital news organizationSpecific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently• Strong writing and editing skills, impeccable journalistic standards and attention to detail• Ability to respond quickly to breaking news• Strong basic reporting abilities% Travel Required (Approximate): not anticipated, but may be assigned</div>It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing <a href="#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hr@people.inc</a>.The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: <a href="#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.e-verify.gov/employees</a>Pay RangeSalary: California: 78,000.00The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of People Inc's total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives. In addition, People Inc. provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death &amp; dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with People Inc. and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.#NMG#

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People Inc. is a leading media company. We are hiring a full-time Staff Writer, Current Events with a BA/BS or equivalent and at least 2 years of digital news writing experience. You will pitch, report, and write news and feature stories, and cover breaking news. We offer comprehensive benefits, unlimited PTO, 401K match, and parental leave.