Associate Editor, Black Information Network
About The Position
The Black Information Network (BIN) is seeking an Associate Editor to join its 24/7 comprehensive national audio Black News service. This role is crucial for providing objective, accurate, and trusted news coverage with a Black voice and perspective. The Associate Editor will work at the intersection of real-time reporting, digital storytelling, and social-first thinking, collaborating closely with reporters, editors, audio teams, and social media staff. The position requires flexibility due to the nature of a 24/7 news cycle, including regular weekend shifts and potential off-hours work for breaking news or major cultural moments. The ideal candidate is a multimedia-minded journalist who understands the importance of sharing stories effectively across platforms, is adaptable, open to feedback, and comfortable in a fast-paced newsroom environment where priorities can shift quickly.
Requirements
- A strong writer and editor with sound editorial judgment.
- A genuine love of news, current events, and cultural conversation.
- A collaborative communicator who works well across teams, contributes positively to newsroom culture, and approaches coverage with professionalism and respect.
- Equally comfortable working independently and contributing to team-driven coverage.
- A multimedia-first mindset with an understanding of how journalism lives across web, audio, and social.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and responsive during breaking news and evolving coverage.
- Reliable, responsive, and able to follow through on assignments and deadlines.
- Professionalism, accountability, and strong communication skills in collaborative newsroom environments.
- Ability to receive feedback, adapt quickly, and work constructively under deadline pressure.
- 1–3 years of experience in digital journalism, web producing, or content creation.
- Proven experience writing and editing online content, including articles, headlines, and social copy.
- Familiarity with CMS publishing tools and basic image editing (Photoshop or similar).
- Working knowledge of SEO, tagging, and content optimization best practices.
- Experience publishing or promoting content on platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, X, and emerging networks.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field preferred, but not required with strong experience.
Responsibilities
- Write, edit, and publish a high volume of news and culture content daily, from breaking stories to reported features.
- Edit copy quickly and cleanly, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and strong headlines under tight deadlines.
- Collaborate closely with editorial, audio, and social teams to ensure cohesive, timely coverage across platforms.
- Identify emerging stories and angles relevant to Black audiences and elevate them with context.
- Package stories with compelling headlines, visuals, and captions optimized for web and social distribution.
- Publish and promote your own work across BIN’s social platforms, following best practices for each channel.
- Participate in real-time coverage during breaking news moments, coordinating closely with teammates.
- Apply SEO and tagging best practices to improve discoverability without sacrificing voice or integrity.
- Monitor performance and audience response to help inform coverage and editorial decisions.
Benefits
- Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision with a variety of coverage options
- Company provided and supplemental life insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays
- A Spirit day to encourage and allow our employees to more easily volunteer in their community
- A 401K plan
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost – services include telephonic counseling sessions, consultation on legal and financial matters, emotional well-being, family and caregiving
- A range of additional voluntary programs, such as spending accounts, student loan refinancing, accident insurance and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
