Editorial Writer

Job Description:

Skills: Editorial writing, copy editing, transcription

 

About the job: The editorial writer will report to the managing editor and focus on researching and writing content for Rapaport’s online news site and magazine. Rapaport Group is a leading provider of information to the global diamond and jewelry industry.

 

Responsibilities:

 

• Writing and editing news articles and features

• Researching information for upcoming stories and analyses

• Conducting and transcribing interviews and podcasts as needed

• Uploading content to the Rapaport.com website

• Coordinating with members of the editorial team to ensure a smooth workflow

• Finding images and other supplementary materials for news and feature articles

• Liaising with other Rapaport teams, including marketing and sales

• Providing support for current and future editorial projects, including Rapaport Magazine, the Rapaport Research Report, podcasts, videos, newsletters and social media

 

Requirements:

 

• 3-5 years of experience in digital and print editorial writing

• Fluent spoken and written English in addition to native language where applicable

• Experience in a journalistic environment

• Prior experience with interviewing subjects for stories

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative setting, but also to work independently

• High-level organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail

• Problem-solving skills

• Preferable: Experience with WordPress, Microsoft SharePoint and Adobe Suite

• Knowledge of the diamond and jewellery industry a plus

 

This is a full-time position.