Temporary Reporter, Breaking News

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Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as a full-time writer or editor.
• Proven ability to write quickly and accurately.
• Outstanding writing, grammar, and editing skills.
• An instinct for identifying newsworthy and shareable stories.
• Understanding of content trends and technologies, including CMS like Wordpress.
• Familiarity with social media and SEO best practices.

Responsibilities:

• Jump on breaking and major news stories relevant to Forbes' audience.
• Quickly turn around articles with sharp, story-advancing angles.
• Identify fresh stories not widely shared.
• Brainstorm original approaches off the news.
• Write multiple posts daily on given topics.
• Communicate clearly with various editorial departments.
• Write accurate, lively, and concise posts.
• Track down sources quickly for interviews.
• Demonstrate strong headline writing skills and comfort with social media.