Researcher/Writer – $28 – $30 an hour
The Philip DeFranco Show is a daily news show, delivered to a variety of digital platforms and enjoyed by loyal, passionate fans. Our team is always eager to connect with new audiences and engage with our existing base through social media.
We’re looking for Researcher/Writer to research, pitch, and breakdown daily news stories for original video and written content for web distribution. The ideal candidate must possess an educational background in journalism, political science, or communications. We’re looking for individuals who have strong writing skills, are detail oriented, fact driven, can provide data without bias, and are able to look at a news story from various perspectives. In addition, we’re looking for someone with a high level of self-sufficiency, strong collaboration & communication skills who is able to adapt to changing show styles, schedules, and feedback.
Responsibilities include:
- Research news stories
- Build outlined information quickly
- Find photo and video assets across the web as needed
- Work on special assignments, or other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Research experience in either educational or professional background
- Educational or professional background in journalism, political science, communications, or another related field
- Highly creative, organized, and able to work independently with little direction
- Ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, lively changing production environment
Remote work available, LA local not required for this position
Pay – Hourly rate, Overtime available
Please attach a one-page resume (PDF) as well as a one-page news related writing sample of one recent news story that matches the style of The Philip DeFranco Show on YouTube (NOTE: formatting is not important. We are largely only focused on how you choose to tell the story you chose)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $28.00 – $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Remote