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Personal Tech News Editor

Employer
Dow Jones
Location
New York, NY
Salary
$DoE
Closing date
19 Oct 2021

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Industry
Journalist
Job Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Sector
Technology, News
Discipline
News Editor

Job Details

Job Description:

The Wall Street Journal is looking for a dynamic, strategic-minded journalist to join the Personal Tech bureau. You would be jumping into a key role as the editor-and occasional writer-of daily explanatory news on the tech beat. You will work with a reporter and the bureau chief to assess key trending tech topics, and determine the best way to add to the conversation and help readers navigate the moment.

The past few years have shown that readers want as much Personal Tech advice and intel as possible, on everything from privacy concerns and password managers to Zoom classrooms and streaming video apps. You would be instrumental in driving daily news coverage while working alongside our popular Personal Tech and Family & Tech columnists. You would also work on overall team strategy and story planning, and have the opportunity to contribute Personal Tech articles as well as pieces in other WSJ sections, including The Future of Everything.

You will report to Wilson Rothman, bureau chief for Personal Tech. While you will likely start the job working remotely, you will eventually be based in our NY or SF office.

You will:
  • Edit daily compelling Personal Tech news and explainers pegged to current events or our own areas of interest and expertise.
  • Write your own news articles as needed, and have the chance to contribute substitute Personal Tech and Family & Tech columns, as well as features for our various special sections, including The Future of Everything.
  • Work with the team to conceive of larger projects and themed packages.
  • Make appearances on the daily Tech News Briefing podcast and other live journalism and media across the WSJ.

You have:
  • 5+ years of professional journalism experience, preferably on the tech beat.
  • 2+ years writing/editing fast-turnaround high-quality news pieces on tight deadlines.
  • Experience (or a keen interest) in editing others and coaching reporters.
  • An ability to explain complicated concepts plainly to a wide audience.
  • A big-picture awareness of the increasing role of technology-and the makers of technology-in our daily lives.

To apply, please submit your resume, a cover letter explaining how you would approach the job and 3-5 links to written work, along 2-3 links to videos, podcasts or other media. The application deadline is Sept. 1.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets .

Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, please reach out to us at TalentResourceTeam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line.

Business Area: NEWS/WSJ

Job Category: News/Editorial Group

About Us

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world's top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron's, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

If you are a current employee at Dow Jones, do not apply here. Please go to the Career section on your Workday homepage and view "Find Jobs - Dow Jones." Thank you.

Req ID: 26998

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