Staff Writer, National Trends - Vancouver, Canada - Daily Hive

Daily Hive

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

You are a self-starter who strongly believes in our mission of _fostering a relationship between people and their city _and are passionate and excited to do that through the power of journalism.

You'll be responsible for creating content that is compelling, concise, and relevant to our audience.

Reporting to the National and Trending Editor, you will work with our Editorial Department and be a key player in the day-to-day content production for our network.

Role:
Staff Writer, National Trends

Manager:
National and Trending Editor

Department:
Editorial

Location:
Vancouver, Calgary or Edmonton

Responsibilities:

Report multiple trending news and lifestyle stories in an entertaining and timely manner every day
Investigating and reporting timely breaking news events
Following viral and emerging trends on media and social media
File evergreen articles across the country, on topics that could include outdoors, lifestyle and food
Write clean, concise and COMPELLING copy
Pitch story ideas that are compelling and will drive conversation
Conduct necessary research required to produce content, which may include but is not limited to, conducting interviews and attending events.
Increase credibility of the company through quality, trustworthy, and ethical work.
Capture quality photos for accompanying articles, as needed.
Attend editorial team meetings
Flex your creative muscles to craft unique content.
Keep uptodate with news and events happening around the country
Monitor engagement of articles and accept feedback from the editorial team in order to make necessary improvements or adjustments to work.
Travel on assignment as needed.
Other tasks, as required by your manager.

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years experience writing for a publication
Understanding of Google trends, Crowdtangle and other online news gathering and monitoring tools
Excellent understanding of social media platforms including Instagram, Snapchat, Twitter, Facebook and TikTok, and their importance to journalism and storytelling
Strong headline writing skills
Ability to file multiple stories a day (3+) on deadline
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Intermediate knowledge of SEO and Google Analytics
Proficiency in the use of WordPress or other CMS
Skilled with graphic design, photography, video production and photo editing is an asset

Benefits of working with us:

Hybrid work environment with the ability to work remotely.
Flexible work schedule and paid time off.
12 mandatory paid days off per year (Flex Days) to allow you to prioritize your health.
Full benefits package (medical, vision, dental and extended health) starting after three months.
Ability to be part of a fast growing company with a fun team and work culture and opportunities for growth.
Daily Hive is an organization that values creativity, innovative thinking, inclusivity and diversity. We offer a great opportunity to work alongside passionate and intelligent individuals, and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer._