Newsroom Editor

About the role

Businesswire is looking for a detail-oriented editor to manage the distribution of press releases and regulatory disclosures. You will serve as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring their market-moving news is processed accurately and transmitted effectively across our global circuits.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Format, proofread, and edit press releases for speed and accuracy.
• Manage distribution coding, suggest circuit options, and resolve conflicting client instructions.
• Verify the authenticity of incoming orders and escalate suspicious content.
• Communicate directly with clients to fix grammar, punctuation, or missing information.
• Monitor order queues and ensure successful online transmission.
• Assist with client inquiries regarding website navigation, account setup, and distribution services.
• Coordinate with sales, billing, and technical support teams to resolve issues.
• Process credit card authorizations and submit daily distribution reports.
• Maintain logs of daily operations and assist with shift-change procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree.
• Ability to work the specified overnight shift.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage tight deadlines.
• Professional phone etiquette and high-level customer service skills.
• Reliability regarding attendance and punctuality.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and general web navigation.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Skills & tools

• MS Word
• MS Excel
• Web-based content management
• Editorial proofreading

Practical notes

• Compensation: $20 to $24 per hour, based on experience, education, and market data.
• Benefits: Health coverage starts on day one. Includes 401(k) with company match, annual profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly fitness allotment, and mental health resources.
• Time off: Includes PTO, floating holidays, a wellness day, and a birthday day off.
• Visa: Businesswire will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization.
• Hiring process: A pre-employment background check is required for all successful candidates.