Apple News Editor (Local News)

TL;DR

hirify.global News Editor (Local News): Curating and selecting top local news stories for diverse communities with an accent on quality, accuracy, and audience engagement. Focus on writing sharp headlines, managing push notifications, and collaborating with local publishers to optimize content discovery.

Location: Detroit, Michigan, United States (Home Office: Yes)

Company

hirify.global News provides millions of users with trusted journalism from leading publishers around the globe.

What you will do

• Curate top stories across multiple local markets with a focus on morning engagement.
• Write sharp headlines and push notifications tailored to the hirify.global News audience.
• Collaborate with copy editors to maintain house style and quality standards.
• Partner with the editorial team to feature local publishers across the app and off-platform.
• Provide detailed editorial handoff documentation for global colleagues.
• Communicate with local publishers and report technical bugs.

Requirements

• Must be based in or have authorization to work in the United States.
• Five years of experience working in news.
• Strong editorial judgment and experience with breaking news.
• Excellent writing skills and the ability to communicate complex ideas simply.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education.
• Ability to work an early morning schedule and make independent decisions.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of or genuine interest in local publishers and audiences.
• Comfort using data and analytics for editorial decision-making.
• Proficiency with content-management systems (CMS).

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity for all applicants.
• Strong emphasis on accessibility as a fundamental human right.
• Supportive environment focused on career growth and belonging.