Jobs
>
Maidstone

    School News Network Editor/Reporter - Maidstone, United Kingdom - Michigan School Public Relations Association

    Michigan School Public Relations Association
    Michigan School Public Relations Association Maidstone, United Kingdom

    1 week ago

    Default job background
    Full time
    Description

    Position Details

    Description:

    This highly skilled and organized journalist is part of a dynamic, passionate team dedicated to telling the stories of public education. This journalist covers multiple Kent ISD districts as a reporter, using their skills in interviewing, writing, photography and video to showcase teaching and learning, human interest features, news, events and the myriad issues impacting schools. This journalist is also a skilled copyeditor, with responsibilities including editing articles submitted by reporters, assigning editing work to other editors and scheduling stories for publication. This journalist has a passion for education, a resourceful "can-do" attitude, plus a willingness to share their talent with colleagues. Our specialty is in-the-classroom coverage, using student voice to elevate stories and illustrate how learning is taking place. This journalist has strong observational and interviewing skills and the ability to tackle important education issues and present them in understandable, compelling ways.

    Essential Qualifications:

    3+ years of journalism experience in print and digital reporting preferred
    Bachelor's degree in journalism or closely related degree preferred, or additional years of experience without degree
    Ability to expertly interview, then write clear, compelling articles with photos and video to engage audiences
    Ability to copyedit articles using AP style
    Strong writing, photography and video skills
    Excellent news and editorial judgment for planning and assigning stories
    Ability to use social media on various platforms in story-telling and engagement
    Ability to handle multiple stories and projects and still meet deadlines
    Driver's license and reliable transportation required

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Cover news, features and issue stories in up to three school districts in Kent ISD, producing several stories for School News Network per district per month, plus video, social posts and briefs, along with general assignments and work on joint issue stories
    Edit several articles each week and communicate with reporters during editing process
    Schedule stories for publication and maintaining calendar
    Assign editing as needed to other copy editors
    Communicate regularly with district point people, administrators and educators
    Remain in close communication with managing editor, copy editors, colleagues for joint stories or special projects
    Generate story ideas in districts by developing contacts, visiting schools, meeting with teachers and administrators, reading district communications/social media content
    Schedule and conduct interviews, cover events, write and file completed stories
    Capture photos and videos while on assignment or as the assignment
    Use photos/video to create social media posts teasing and posting stories
    Participate in weekly news meetings and monthly staff meetings with ideas, suggestions, collaboration
    Attend occasional school board meetings
    Conduct assigned duties in compliance with all applicable Board policies and laws
    Maintain regular and consistent attendance
    Other special projects or duties as assigned
    Position Type: Full time, year round, 260 days

    Salary: Grade 2- Commensurate with education and experience, ($52,698-$57,044 per year) Non-Union Professional, 8 hours per day

    Benefits: Robust benefit package includes full medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid sick and vacation days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program (PSLF SAVE plan) for eligible Federal student loans.

    Please note, due to the large number of applications, we are unable to attend to e-mail or telephone inquiries on application status.

    The final candidate for this position will be required (at their cost) to furnish Kent Intermediate School District with a current Michigan State Police and FBI criminal records LiveScan check prior to our recommendation to hire.

    The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the School Board may be considered. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Startups Magazine

    Deputy Editor

    2 days ago

    Startups Magazine Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Deputy Editor, Startups Magazine** · Welcome to the fast-paced world of tech startups, where innovation, disruption, and boundless possibilities converge. As a magazine focussed on championing tech startups, we are at the forefront of this dynamic landscape, uncovering the stor ...

  • Reach

    Multimedia Journalist

    1 week ago

    Reach Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Multimedia Journalist - KentLive**: · Maidstone · Competitive + excellent company benefits · Full Time · Were looking for a **Multimedia Journalist** to join our team at **KentLive.** We are already one of Reachs biggest brands in the South East of England with our team who spe ...

  • UK Power Networks

    Linesman

    3 days ago

    UK Power Networks Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Reports to**: · Field Staff Supervisor · **Function**: · Network Operations - South East Region - Maidstone & Canterbury · **Reference No**: · 76905 · **Contract Type**: · Permanent · **Bonus**: · 3% · **Salary**: · £ 29,674 - £42,073 per annum - depending on experience · **Clo ...

  • Netbox Recruitment

    Senior Account Manager

    1 week ago

    Netbox Recruitment Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Senior Account Manager · £33,000 - £38,000 (Subject to experience) · Mid Kent · Monday to Friday 9am-5pm (with some flexibility) · 25 days holiday, plus your birthday and bank holidays off · Newly created role due to growth · Interviews ASAP · Immediate start available** · This ...

  • Citizens Advice

    Generalist/energy Adviser

    8 hours ago

    Citizens Advice Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Position**: Generalist/Energy Adviser · **Location**: Maidstone · **Closing date**: 10 March 2023 · **Role details**: · Job title: Generalist/Energy Adviser · Location: Maidstone · **Salary**: £ · Salary pro rata: No · Hours per week: 37.5 · Type of contract: Fixed term · End ...

  • Maidstone Central Primary Care Network

    Primary Care Network Administrator

    1 day ago

    Maidstone Central Primary Care Network Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **About us** · Maidstone Central Primary Care Network is a network of NHS Medical Practices working together to improve the health and welfare of our registered population. Our member practices include The Medical Centre, Bower Mount Medical Practice, The Vine Medical Practice an ...

  • Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

    Digital Pathology Change Agent

    1 week ago

    Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Maidstone, United Kingdom

    This Change Agent role vacancy is a fantastic opportunity for those working in clinical/clerical (General Practices, Acute or Community Trusts) roles to help shape the future of Cellular Pathology users in Kent and Medway Pathology Network. · We are looking for an individual who ...

  • Reflex Computer Recruitment

    IT Systems Support

    1 week ago

    Reflex Computer Recruitment Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **IT Systems Support - Windows Infrastructure Support - Windows Systems Engineer**sought for my Client's Microsoft Server and PC Systems based spacious offices close to**Maidstone, Kent paying** a starting salary of up **£2 8 ,000 per annum plus benefits.Hybrid role 50/50 split o ...

  • Group 1 Automotive UK

    Trainee Parts Advisor

    8 hours ago

    Group 1 Automotive UK Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Group 1**_ _**Automotive** · Trainee Parts Advisor · Are you a driven, enthusiastic and motivated individual? Do you thrive in a fast paced environment? Can you deliver world class customer service? · If the answer is yes to the above then we want to hear from you Our Toyota De ...

  • Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

    Freedom to Speak Up Guardian

    8 hours ago

    Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Maidstone, United Kingdom

    The Freedom to Speak Up Guardian (FTSUG) is responsible for developing, implementing and leading on the Trusts vision and strategy for speaking up. They will provide leadership of FTSU across the Trust, identifying cases, escalating as required and ensuring that appropriate and t ...

  • Group 1 Automotive UK

    Marketing Assistant

    1 week ago

    Group 1 Automotive UK Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Group 1 Automotive** · **Marketing Assistant** · Do you have an eye for detail? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity? We are looking for an organised, customer-focused individual to join our marketing team based at our Head Office in Maidstone. · About the position · You ...

  • Group 1 Automotive UK

    Site Co-ordinator

    1 day ago

    Group 1 Automotive UK Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Site Co-ordinator** · Our hugely successful Skoda Dealership in Maidstone is looking to recruit a new Site Co-ordinator. · Are you a driven, enthusiastic and motivated individual? Do you thrive in a fast paced environment? Can you deliver world class customer service? · If the ...

  • Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

    Mdm Assistant

    4 days ago

    Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Maidstone, United Kingdom

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time MDM Assistant/Clerical Support position within Cellular Pathology. · You must have a flexible approach to the needs of the service and demonstrate excellent communication, organisational, administrative and interpersonal skills, ...

  • Lanes-I

    Administrator

    2 days ago

    Lanes-I Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **About us** · Lanes -I are one of the UK's fastest growing telecoms infrastructure provider, with a projected turnover in excess of £100 million, over 900 people and a network work branches across London & the South East. Our purpose is to sustainably deliver infrastructure. · * ...

  • Maidstone Central Primary Care Network

    Digital and Transformation Lead

    1 day ago

    Maidstone Central Primary Care Network Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **About us** · Maidstone Central Primary Care Network is a network of NHS Medical Practices working together to improve the health and welfare of our registered population. Our member practices include The Medical Centre, Bower Mount Medical Practice, The Vine Medical Practice an ...

  • Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

    Administration Assistant

    3 days ago

    Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Maidstone, United Kingdom

    The post holder will provide administrative support services to the Trust Secretary and Assistant Trust Secretary. The post demands excellent time management, organisational and communication skills (with both internal and external organisations) and an adaptable, flexible approa ...

  • Group 1 Automotive UK

    Site Co-ordinator

    5 days ago

    Group 1 Automotive UK Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Group 1**_ _**Automotive** · Site Coordinator · Are you a driven, enthusiastic and motivated individual? Do you thrive in a fast paced environment? Can you deliver world class customer service? · If the answer is yes to the above then we want to hear from you Our hugely success ...

  • Best Practice Network

    Early Years and Ta Apprenticeships Tutor

    1 week ago

    Best Practice Network Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge/Qualities** · **At Best Practice Network we are**: · - Passionate and excited about learning · - Inclusive and supportive · - Responsive to student, employer and community needs · - Always aspiring to the highest standards · - Professional and en ...

  • Anchor

    Receptionist/administrator

    8 hours ago

    Anchor Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **Reporting into the Location Manager, responsibilities will include**: · - Implementing and maintaining effective administration and financial systems to meet location, customer and any external requirements. · - To be accountable for providing accurate information as required a ...

  • Lanes-I

    Administrator

    1 week ago

    Lanes-I Maidstone, United Kingdom

    **About us** · Lanes -I are one of the UK's fastest growing telecoms infrastructure provider, with a projected turnover in excess of £100 million, over 900 people and a network work branches across London & the South East. Our purpose is to sustainably deliver infrastructure. · * ...