About the role

  • News editor for Berliner Kurier in Berlin crafting compelling news stories and engaging content. Collaborate within a team to deliver relevant journalism on current events.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and contextualize current events in Berlin, Germany and worldwide with the aim of producing relevant content for all editorial channels
  • Independently develop and produce day-to-day news and Berlin-focused story ideas
  • Rapidly and confidently prepare and write news copy
  • Analyze user interests and needs to select and shape topics strategically
  • Ensure search-engine-optimized (SEO) text composition and distribute content via social media and other digital channels
  • Continuously contribute to editorial development by providing ideas, initiatives and constructive feedback
  • Work as part of a committed, professional editorial team with a high degree of ownership and team spirit

Requirements

  • Completed degree in journalism, equivalent training or a traineeship (Volontariat), plus solid editorial experience
  • Extensive knowledge of the city of Berlin, its neighborhoods (Kieze), surrounding areas and their residents
  • Enjoy explaining even complex topics in a clear, audience-oriented and linguistically engaging way
  • Confident handling of the demands and developments of modern digital journalism
  • Stylistic proficiency across all journalistic formats — both in writing and in editing
  • Fundamental understanding of SEO, reach metrics (e.g., unique visitors) and their relevance for editorial success
  • Structured, reliable and at the same time flexible working style
  • Solution-oriented, sustainable thinking and a willingness to engage in continuous professional development and further training

Benefits

  • Freedom and responsibility to help shape our digital products; start date by agreement; permanent employment with trust-based working hours
  • A modern office directly at Alexanderplatz with a breathtaking view over the city
  • Good public transport connections and free bicycle parking
  • Latest software and hardware as well as height-adjustable desks
  • Complimentary drinks and fresh fruit in the team kitchen
  • A company culture where every individual counts, is valued as a person and teamwork is emphasized
  • Continuous opportunities for professional development — we support you on your career path

Job title

News Editor – m/f/d

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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