A leading UK media website, www.thedrum.com , is looking for an enthusiastic  freelance journalist with knowledge of the world of media,  to attend  and report on industry events in the Big Apple. Interested? E-mail your resumé to gordon.young@thedrum.com

The Writers Circle is looking for a working screenwriter to conduct a week-long workshop for teens and gifted younger writers during the first week of its Summer Creative Writing Intensive, July 29 – August 5.

The screenwriter will facilitate a 2-hour workshop each day, Monday through Friday, from 10 AM – 12 noon, at MONDO Summit, 426 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ. S/he will teach up to 10 students with strong interest in screenwriting, helping them understand the basics and critiquing work-in-progress in a supportive, constructive environment. This is a great summer opportunity to help young writers develop their craft.

Please email CV and letter of interest to info@writerscircleworkshops.com with “Screenwriting Teacher” in the RE line. For more information about The Writers Circle, go to www.writerscircleworkshops.com.

Newsie Robert Bugai from The NJ Chapter of Society of Professional Journalist shares the following job opportunity at China Daily.

China Daily (USA) is seeking Writers/​Editors for its Office in NYC

Description: China Daily USA is a wholly-owned subsidiary of China Daily Newspaper Group.​ It operates and publishes China Daily US edition, which provides a unique window into China for US readers.​ It also runs prolific new media platforms, including social media, mobile applications, e-versions for Kindle and Nook, etc.​

China Daily USA is looking for experienced writers and editors with a strong business reporting/​editing background.​

Desired candidates would have:

· At least five years’ working experience with major English newspapers;

· A strong business reporting/​editing background;

· Excellent writing skills;

· Good knowledge of international issues, particularly of China;

· Proven ability to work under deadlines.​

Candidates would be expected to generate ideas for insightful business stories of interest to American readers on a weekly basis and complete them with assistance from Chinese reporters.​ Duties also include editing work and travel on an irregular basis.​

This is a full-time position.​ The company will offer salary and benefits commensurate with experience.​

Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to career@​chinadailyusa.​com.​

Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing Group seeks a creative, motivated, and well-organized intern to work in our publicity & marketing department, with some other duties assigned by the editorial department, 15-20 hours per week. The internship is a paid position that can also be taken for college credit. We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.

You will assist in developing and implementing successful marketing and publicity campaigns for trade books on music, theater, film, and television. Learn first-hand while building your marketing and publicity skills.

Job responsibilities include:
• Researching media opportunities for our books
• Creating PR material, including galleys, press releases, and book trailers
• Helping with review copy mailings
• Scheduling radio interviews with authors
• Selecting and posting excerpts from our books on our website
• Maintaining our blog, Facebook pages, and Twitter accounts
• Carrying out administrative duties as required
• Working on additional tasks as assigned by editors or the publisher

Requirements
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills
o Solid computer skills, including facility with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel) and internet-based research
o Creative, energetic, and motivated to succeed
o Attention to detail, organizational skills, ability to prioritize
o Knowledge of or interest in book publishing, music, and/or the performing arts

Preferred skills, though some training is available
o Photoshop
o iMovie
o WordPress

About us

Hal Leonard Performing Arts Publishing Group publishes 100 books per year under the Amadeus Press, Limelight Editions, Applause Theatre & Cinema Books, Backbeat Books, and Hal Leonard Books imprints. With a backlist of more than 500 titles, HLPAPG is the premier publisher of books on music and the performing arts. Visit halleonardbooks.com to get familiar with our books.

Our office is located in Montclair, NJ. Our intern will be required to be at our office two days/week from 10am to 6pm.

To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Jaime Nelson:
jnelson@halleonard.com

The Montclair Times seeks a fulltime journalist to write for and oversee its Community section, along with delivering other feature writing and hard-news coverage. A weekly newspaper in North Jersey Media Group, which is an equal opportunity employer, The Montclair Times exists to cover a township teeming with newsworthy organizations, people and events. The successful applicant possesses professional journalism experience delivering bylined features and hard news, with skills in quality writing, impeccable reporting and producing a deadline-driven abundance of articles. You, the applicant, preferably have printed-page layout skills to design award-winning Community sections. The applicant should be knowledgeable about digital photography and video, Facebook and Twitter. Familiarity with Montclair is advantageous. Send a cover letter, resume and copies of, or links to, published hard-news and feature clips you’ve authored to: Mark Porter, editor, The Montclair Times, 130 Valley Road, Montclair, NJ 07042, or porterm@northjersey.com

MEWSie Robert Bugai shares the following CNNMoney internships:

Reporting Internships/Summer 2013/East Coast

Job description & Application instructions:

See links below for specific details:

Markets: http://www.turner.com/careers#/careers/job-details/134865BR

Personal Finance: http://www.turner.com/careers#/careers/job-details/134864BR

Tech: http://www.turner.com/careers#/careers/job-details/134866BR

Video: http://www.turner.com/careers#/careers/job-details/134863BR

Students with previous internships/school paper experience…or at least a good set of clips, preferred. Previous business experience is not required, but an interest in business news is.

The internships pay minimum wage and run 12 weeks, generally June 2 – Aug 23.

MEWSie Robert Bugai from NJ Society of Professional Journalists shares the following job opportunity at The Princeton Packet.

Company: The Princeton Packet, Inc
Position: Editor/Reporter
Location: Princeton, New Jersey
Job Status: Full-time

Description:

Central NJ’s award-winning group of community newspapers is seeking an Editor/Reporter to manage two weekly newspapers. Job involves writing locally focused news and feature stories and editorials. Also directing coverage by freelance correspondents. Some lay out and pagination possible. Successful candidate will join team of editors and reporters producing 12 weekly papers. Ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree and have 5+ years of news writing experience and computer literacy. Must be detail oriented, well organized and adept at multi-tasking. Must have valid driver’s license and car. Familiarity with AP style preferred. Central Jersey candidates preferred. No calls. Send resume and writing samples to: hr@centraljersey.com with the subject line of: EDT-RPT-JJ. Starting salary based on experience.

MEWSie Robert Bugai from Society of Professional Journalists shares the following job opportunity at NJ

Company: NJBIZ
Position: Digital Content Editor
Location: Somerset, New Jersey
Job Status: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable
Website: http://njbiz.com

Description:

NJBIZ seeks a journalist to bring a wider audience to our daily and weekly reporting on NJBIZ.com.

This is a job for a news junkie who can work seamlessly with our print team to build online exposure to our newspaper articles, wield social media to expand our audience in areas like Facebook and Twitter, and seek out and write stories for our online operations. Working with the managing editor, you’ll be tasked with keeping our daily online newsletter relevant in a sea of worthy competitors by writing and posting content, and overseeing e-newsletter delivery. You’ll have to be quick, accurate and driven to break news on our site. You’ll have to be an expert on AP style; we want you to be giving content in print and online a final look before it goes to the masses. You’ll also need to know basic HTML and should be familiar with Saxotech; if you’re already an expert, we’ll consider that a plus.

It’s not enough to know what a hashtag is. If you’re applying for this job, you should be able to tell us what we need to do better to build meaningful relationships with readers through our website and social media. We’ll be disappointed if you walk into an interview and your only suggestion is to use Storify more.

Candidates should have at least two years’ journalism experience, ideally at a business website or publication. The position is based in our Somerset office.Among the available benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance; a 401(k) plan. If you’re sick of working nights, weekends and holidays, please know this is generally a daytime, Monday-Friday job.

If you’re up to this challenge, send your résumé, Twitter handle, work samples and salary requirements to NJBIZ Editor Sharon Waters at sharonw@njbiz.com. No phone calls, please.

Verona-Cedar Grove Times has an opening for a reporter, covering school board, municipal meetings and community events. Will write and develop news and feature articles. Must perform routine editorial tasks and share office duties, including writing breaking news for the web. Good oral and written communication skills, PC and social media familiarity, and the ability to deal with others are necessary. Newspaper layout skills preferred. A college degree and proven journalism experience are preferred. Must have transportation availability to cover assignments out of the office, as well as be accessible for assignments during and outside regular office hours.

North Jersey Media Group (NJMG) is an independent, family-owned media company providing local news, information and services to the residents of northern New Jersey. The company is best known for The Record, the premier daily in the area and the center of NJMG’s extensive local news-gathering operations in print and online. The company also publishes the Herald News, more than 40 community newspapers and a family of glossy magazines, including the popular (201) Magazine, Bergen County’s first and only monthly magazine. All of the publications contribute breaking news, features, columns and local information to NorthJersey.com. The company also owns Bergen.com, showcasing the people, places and events that make Bergen County, New Jersey, unique. NJMG also includes a state-of-the-art printing facility producing its own publications and those of select other publishers. The company employs more than 1,000 people across a dozen locations in North Jersey.

Stern + Associates, an award-winning PR, marketing and digital strategy agency, seeks savvy and collaborative account professionals and digital strategist/web developers. With a stellar 27-year track record and offices in Cranford, NJ and Cambridge, MA, Stern specializes in thought leadership programming, fusing the best of traditional media, digital, marketing and direct engagement strategies. Named one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey 2012 by NJBIZ magazine, Stern is dedicated to professional development and career growth.

Account Executive/Supervisor:

Are you intellectually hungry and passionate about media? Do you generate innovative communications and marketing approaches? Do you strive to develop and apply content in creative ways? If so – and if you possess B2B PR or marketing experience and seek a dynamic new opportunity without a hectic commute – you could be the right match to join our talented team and service high-profile thought leadership and corporate accounts.

Successful candidates will have experience generating high-value coverage within business media (traditional, digital, and emerging platforms) and creating compelling content to engage influencers and target audiences both on- and offline; a keen understanding of digital PR and content syndication strategies; the ability to understand a range of industry and media landscapes; and a track record of bringing memorable, unconventional successful ideas to the table.

Key requirements:

• 2+ years experience in PR or digital agency servicing B2B accounts

• Proven media pitching skills and results in all forms of media (broadcast, print, digital)

• Ability to develop search engine optimized content promoting messaging and thought leadership positioning in a compelling story-based manner

• Deep understanding of worldly themes, news and events

• A highly entrepreneurial mindset

• Strong critical thinking (analytical, creative), business acumen and verbal/written communication skills

• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects/deadlines with superior time/project management and organizational skills; self-motivated with commitment to detail, client relations and world-class service standards in a fast-paced environment

Apply: Submit resume and cover letter to jobs@sternassociates.com. Indicate “Account Professiohal – Cranford” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.

Digital Strategist/ Web Developer:

Part strategist, part hands-on tactician? Have at least 2 years experience in a digital strategy/development function? You could be the right match for this unique hybrid position. Candidates must have proven ability and demonstrable experience with hands on implementation of HTML5, PHP, CSS, WordPress, SEO and internet marketing practices, the ability to interpret marketing analytics, distill actionable recommendations and communicate them clearly, and a strong understanding of the intersection of digital, business and creativity to drive brand communication across all media – websites, mobile, social, multimedia applications, email campaigns and more. Experience in Adobe Creative Suite 5 and graphic design a plus.

Must be entrepreneurial, creative and self-motivated with commitment to world-class service standards in a fast-paced environment; curious and proactive; flexible in accommodating rapid change; effective when working under pressure; thrive in a team environment; and able to effectively manage multiple projects with several account teams simultaneously. Strong critical thinking (analytical, creative), time management/prioritization, and verbal/written communication skills required.

Apply: Submit resume, cover letter, and portfolio or supporting materials to DigitalJobs@sternassociates.com. Indicate “Digital Strategist/Web Developer” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.