Weekend News Curator & Engagement Editor

Job description

Employment Type: Hourly Contractor (approximately 30 hours/week to start) Schedule: Remote weekends, plus in-office as needed for mornings three times per week About Us: Haystack News is the leading news video streaming app. With millions of dedicated viewers, we’re transforming news consumption by blending innovative technology with high-quality journalism. We partner directly with top television manufacturers and leading broadcasters, including ABC News, CBS, Bloomberg, and local stations nationwide. Join us in reshaping how audiences experience news. About the Role: Haystack News seeks a Weekend Editor who will primarily perform editorial curation, particularly on weekends, highlighting breaking news and significant events. Additionally, you'll help engage and expand our audience by creating compelling content for social media and our platform. Experience or interest in digital content creation, comfort appearing on camera, and basic video production skills are highly desirable. Responsibilities: Plan and shape the news of the day for millions of users, sifting through stories from hundreds of channels to use your news judgement and experience to highlight the most compelling co...