Staff Writer

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Summary of Overall Job:

The Staff Writer is responsible for planning and writing content for Industry Insider, and, in conjunction with the Executive Editor, for producing and disseminating the daily email newsletter.

Essential Duties:

• In conjunction with the Executive Editor, find and develop story ideas using internal and external resources

• Produce content for Industry Insider that is accurate, relevant, timely and interesting

• Update daily story budget for Industry Insider

• Build a network of sources within state and local government, as well as with external stakeholders relevant to the Industry Insider audience

• Conduct outward-facing activities, such as in-person meetings and other appearances, to maintain the visibility of Industry Insider

• Moderate in-person and online panels and discussions as needed

• Travel to events both to provide news coverage and to represent the company, as assigned and as schedule permits

• Assist colleagues with group projects and work coverage as needed

• Responsible for coordinating and attending required meetings that may include, but are not limited to:

• Government Technology’s weekly writers/editors meeting

• Daily and/or weekly coordination meetings for Industry Insider

• Meeting/communicating with copy editors to manage workflow

• Editorial calendar planning meetings

Skills/Qualifications:

• Superior writing/editing skills

• Problem-solving and strong research skills

• Ability to analyze data and facts

• Communication experience with the corporate world

• Networking/personable interaction with sources

• Computer knowledge

• Must be in a work environment with reliable Internet access

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Report writing: 1 year (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Remote

Salary : $55,000 - $60,000