Assistant Editor, International Desk - Participate in Global News Distribution!

Assistant Editor, International Desk - Participate in Global News Distribution!

Get a bird's eye view of the business communications field by learning firsthand how companies and organizations communicate news to the general public as an Assistant Editor on the International Desk at PR Newswire. In this position, you will proofread, edit, and format news releases for our clients and have the opportunity to gain a firm grasp of the ways in which corporate communications, the stock market, and politics intersect. How do companies make a decision about publicizing negative news? What constitutes a big story? How do market trends have an effect on the global economy? Learn the answers to these questions and more. You will be working in an intellectually stimulating atmosphere offering an entry point into a variety of career paths. Our worldwide presence also provides countless long-term career opportunities to strong performers!

Now in its 54th year, PR Newswire Association LLC (www.prnewswire.com) provides electronic distribution, targeting, measurement, and broadcast services on behalf of some 40,000 corporate, government, association, labor, non-profit, and other customers worldwide. Using PR Newswire, these organizations reach a variety of critical audiences including the news media, the investment community, government decision-makers, and the general public with their up-to-the-minute, full-text news developments. Headquartered in New York, PR Newswire has offices in 11 countries and routinely sends its customers' news to outlets in 135 countries and in 30 languages. We offer employees a comprehensive array of generous benefits, including medical, dental, and vision care, paid time off, 401(k), employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and more! PR Newswire is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As an Assistant Editor based in Cleveland, OH, you will use your strong grasp of syntax, punctuation, and the English language to proofread press releases written by our clients for delivery to the media. Your razor-sharp attention to detail will be a prerequisite as you edit, format, and occasionally help clients re-write their releases. Your ability to think on your feet and prioritize tasks will serve you well in this fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Your strong computer skills will enable you to quickly learn our internal systems. Our dynamic environment will keep you on your toes, so a flexible attitude and a strong customer-service approach will be needed. Although a background in a related field is a plus, highly motivated entry-level candidates with a strong interest in the industry will also be considered. Learn the ins and outs of the industry in a setting where discussions about global politics, government, business, and the economy are just part of the job!

All applications for this position are accepted via our online interview system, managed by Accolo. You can begin the interview process or refer someone you know by going to this link:

http://jobs.accolo.com/13321

Once you have completed the interview, your information will be sent directly to the hiring manager for decisions on the next steps. Regardless of the outcome, PR Newswire or Accolo will keep you updated as to your status by e-mail or phone.

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