The Energy News Network is an innovative, editorially independent news service covering the transition to a clean energy economy. We are looking for a sharp, attentive editor to oversee early-morning production of our daily newsletters and distribute our original journalism to other news organizations. The ideal candidate for this position will have good news judgment, attention to detail, and an ability to work independently and adapt to quickly changing circumstances.
For more than 28 years, Fresh Energy has been speeding Minnesota’s transition to a clean energy future to ensure that our region enjoys good health, a vibrant economy, and thriving communities today and for generations to come. Our mission is to shape and drive bold policy solutions to create equitable carbon-neutral economies. Together we are working toward a vision for a just, prosperous, and resilient future powered by a shared commitment to a carbon-neutral economy.
The Energy News Network is an editorially independent news organization, published by Fresh Energy and staffed by professional journalists, that covers the transition to a clean energy economy. Founded in 2010 as Midwest Energy News, ENN continues to serve a vital role in informing both decision makers and the broader public about important changes in the energy landscape.
Role and Responsibilities:
> Oversee editing and curation of daily email newsletters, ensuring best practices are followed in story selection and presentation.
> Develop and maintain distribution list for current and potential republication partners; plan and execute outreach to contacts to maximize reach of original reporting.
> Assist with editing of daily news stories, including occasional reporting on breaking news items.
> Partner with the Managing Editor and Production Editor to coordinate social media strategy and homepage presentation.
> Assist in monitoring analytics and audience feedback, and identifying and recording impacts for use in case studies and grant reports.
> In collaboration with the news director, exercise initiative in work planning including the development and refinement of goals and targets to meet or exceed commitments to funders and by actively participating in evaluation processes.
> Work effectively in the context of your immediate team, the broader Fresh Energy team, and with external partners; enhance collaboration by maintaining good communication, seeking and respecting diverse viewpoints, engendering trust, fulfilling responsibilities, and ensuring that all team members and their contributions are valued.
> Model behavior and contribute to a culture that is consistent with Fresh Energy’s core values; a critical part of achieving our mission is by living the values we endorse.
> Participate in a culture of fundraising and our annual breakfast fundraiser, collaboration, and model core values of Fresh Energy, upholding the highest level of ethics in journalism products.
> Other duties as assigned and in coordination with staff/job holder.
Qualifications and Education Requirements:
A minimum of bachelor’s degree and three years of experience working with digital platforms in journalism.
Preferred Skills:
> Ability to exercise independent editorial judgment and uphold professional ethics.
> Understanding of WordPress, Mailchimp or similar content management systems.
> Basic understanding of copyright and intellectual property issues.
> Basic knowledge of HTML.
> Copyediting experience and working knowledge of AP style.
> Experience writing headlines for digital media platforms and basic knowledge of search engine optimization (SEO).
> Aptitude for understanding and communicating complex policy issues.
> Familiarity with Google Analytics or similar platform.
> Experience and familiarity with social media.
> Detail and process oriented, with ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize to meet deadlines.
> Self-starter, ability to work independently.
> Team player who desires working in an environment where working as a team is valued and practiced.
> Demonstrated ability to perform well in fast-paced environment.
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