News Assistant, International Desk

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. The New York Times Newsroom Operations team is looking for a news assistant to work on our International desk in a support role with varied tasks and responsibilities. You will be an engaged and collegial team member with an interest in news who is able to support reporters and editors across a range of logistical and operational responsibilities. Organization, flexibility and a desire to learn new skills are critical to success in this role. While reporting is not among the responsibilities of this position, writing skills and a passion for International-related news and Times journalism are a must, as our news assistant may be called upon to help with research and reporting from time to time. This is an in-office position, based in New York City and includes regular attendance in the office a minimum of four days each week. Responsibilities: Internal document creation and maintenance, i.e. trackers, desk contact lists/whereabouts, airtables, Google production calendars, etc. Research and produce daily news scans Proofread and fact-check audience-related tasks, i.e. SEO and URL verification Maintain a structured tagging system and tag stories to streamline content discovery and reporting Ensure communication between editors, reporters, photographers and freelancers Eagerly tackle new responsibilities as the need arises (i.e. assist with breaking news coverage) Assemble binders and packets of materials for meetings Occasionally run errands, including picking up supplies, as needed Coordinate the mailing, shipping, and delivery of sensitive documents and materials, domestically and internationally Help set up and break down team events Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world. This role reports to the Assistant Manager, Newsroom Operations Basic Qualifications: 1+ Experience with Google Workspace 1+ Experience in a role requiring operational skills Experience in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem solving skills Versatile skills in writing including strong grammar Preferred Qualifications: Excellent communication skills A passion for learning about new tools and journalism formats Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines Attention to detail This position is represented by the NewsGuild of NY. REQ- 019849 The annual base pay range for this role is between: $67,626 $68,000 USD For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock. Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs. For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process. The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. To do so, we embrace a diverse workforce that has a broad range of backgrounds and experiences across our ranks, at all levels of the organization. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alien ... (truncated, view full listing at source)