(C) Verite News New Orleans This story was originally published by Verite News New Orleans and is unaltered. . . . . . . . . . . Verite seeks a fellowship editor/coordinator to work with college seniors [1] ['Dylan Penny', 'More Dylan Penny'] Date: 2022-09-13 Verite is a Black-led nonprofit news organization with a twofold mission to produce in-depth journalism that serves the whole community while training, developing and mentoring a new generation of minority journalists. Launching in fall 2022, Verite is seeking an editor/coordinator to oversee a class of college fellows who will work part-time in the newsroom while receiving instruction, guidance and education to become full-time journalists. Job Title: Fellowship editor/coordinator Reports to: Managing editor As directed by the managing editor, the fellowship editor/coordinator will help make assignments, direct coverage and edit copy for college seniors working part-time in the newsroom to regularly publish high-quality content on our website that is also shared with organizations across the internet. Verite will produce in-depth, data-driven investigative reporting aimed at finding solutions to chronic problems, engage in deep-dive analysis of government and private actions that impact the community and will generate thoughtful historical and narrative presentations that help enhance the shared sense of community and belonging. As part of the management team, this position will have input in setting newsroom policy, goals and standards as well as training programs and systems. The ideal candidate will be someone with reporting, editing and management experience who understands the need for accuracy, integrity, balance and diverse perspective in all reporting. This candidate will be working to coordinate schedules and training with journalism fellows who are completing their senior year in college. The fellowship editor/coordinator should be able to mentor staffers at all levels, helping to improve reporting, writing and communication skills that will translate into growth and opportunities. Some work will be done remotely, but the fellowship editor/coordinator must be able to meet regularly with the management team and staff to create the best environment for cooperation and growth. Expectations: Work with a small team of journalists who are focused on issues of social inequities and racial equality in our area. Remain flexible in dealing with copy and content on a fluid deadline schedule. Develop story ideas for fellows and others. Work with reporters, photographers and audience team staff to produce compelling stories and multimedia packages that reach our readers and are shared by other media outlets Guide reporters in finding willing sources who will be protected while telling sensitive and timely stories Oversee the pursuit of public records and information Qualified candidates should have: A bachelor’s degree in journalism or communications or related field. The ability to work quickly, and with accuracy and good news judgment. 5 to 10 years of reporting and/or journalism experience. Knowledge and awareness of libel laws and ethical standards Ability to use social media for research and to engage readers. Understanding of open meetings and public records laws. Digital storytelling skills and open mind to trying new approaches. It’s a plus if you have: Louisiana reporting/editing experience Experience working with a combination of longform stories and investigations A demonstrated ability to work quickly, and under tight deadlines A knowledge and understanding of nonprofit journalism Experience working in a collaborative newsroom setting What you’ll get: The opportunity to work alongside award-winning journalists and make significant contributions to a growing nonprofit, nonpartisan digital news and information source. Competitive salary with medical insurance, and options for vision and dental insurance. Cellphone stipend. 29 days paid time off. Up to 12 weeks of parental family leave, with return-to-work flexibility. Simple IRA with 3 percent company matching. Group-term life insurance provided to employees ($15,000 policy). Support for professional training and attending industry conferences. 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Verite seeks a fellowship editor/coordinator to work with college seniors

by Dylan Penny, Verite
September 13, 2022

Verite is a Black-led nonprofit news organization with a twofold mission to produce in-depth journalism that serves the whole community while training, developing and mentoring a new generation of minority journalists.

Launching in fall 2022, Verite is seeking an editor/coordinator to oversee a class of college fellows who will work part-time in the newsroom while receiving instruction, guidance and education to become full-time journalists.

Job Title: Fellowship editor/coordinator

Reports to: Managing editor

As directed by the managing editor, the fellowship editor/coordinator will help make assignments, direct coverage and edit copy for college seniors working part-time in the newsroom to regularly publish high-quality content on our website that is also shared with organizations across the internet.

Verite will produce in-depth, data-driven investigative reporting aimed at finding solutions to chronic problems, engage in deep-dive analysis of government and private actions that impact the community and will generate thoughtful historical and narrative presentations that help enhance the shared sense of community and belonging.

As part of the management team, this position will have input in setting newsroom policy, goals and standards as well as training programs and systems.

The ideal candidate will be someone with reporting, editing and management experience who understands the need for accuracy, integrity, balance and diverse perspective in all reporting. This candidate will be working to coordinate schedules and training with journalism fellows who are completing their senior year in college.

The fellowship editor/coordinator should be able to mentor staffers at all levels, helping to improve reporting, writing and communication skills that will translate into growth and opportunities. Some work will be done remotely, but the fellowship editor/coordinator must be able to meet regularly with the management team and staff to create the best environment for cooperation and growth.

Expectations:

Qualified candidates should have:

It’s a plus if you have:

What you’ll get:

How to Apply:

We’re committed to building an inclusive newsroom that represents the people and communities we serve. We especially encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply for this position, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people and people who are differently abled.

Please send your resume, contact information and links or attachments to relevant work product to dpenny@veritenews.org.

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