Poynter seeks research/writing assistant

Poynter is looking for a journalist and NPR enthusiast to serve as a research assistant to the public editor.

In this role, you will be paid to listen to NPR, brainstorm ideas with the NPR public editor, do initial research on columns, including setting up, sitting in on and sometimes conducting interviews with NPR folks.

SKILLS:

• Ability to think like a news consumer
• Ability to be persistent in chasing down information
• Critical thinking skills
• Social media skills
• Clean, clear and fast writing skills

Deadline to apply:  May 15, 2020.