Kevin Delaney, the managing editor of the WSJ.com, sent out the following announcement about four job openings at Dow Jones & Co.’s Web operations:
Below are some current job openings in the WSJ digital realm. Please let us know if you’re interested, and pass along any top-notch candidates from outside. Specific contacts for each job are below.
1) Deputy Mobile Editor (Interactive News Writer) — WSJ.com seeks an editor to help guide development and publishing for our mobile platforms, including the iPad, iPhone, BlackBerry and e-readers. The ideal candidate has experience as a journalist, strong writing and editing skills and solid news judgment. The position involves both daily hands-on editorial work publishing to mobile devices and project planning. Candidates should have at least four years of post-college journalism experience, including familiarity with online publishing. Knowledge of mobile technology and trends, attention to detail and copy editing skills are desired. Please contact David Ho if interested. (Dow Jones position #01006763)
2) Deputy Management & Careers Editor (Assistant News Editor) — We are seeking a strong editor who will help handle management and careers coverage for WSJ print and online. Candidates should have experience in working with reporters and shaping coverage, and also be prepared to roll up their sleeves to help produce online pages and work on strategy for the Web section. Occasional reporting is also possible. Please contact Erin White or Jonathan Krim. (Dow Jones position #01003865)
3) Assistant Small Business Editor (Interactive News Writer) — This journalist will help manage the online small business sections of WSJ.com and SmartMoney.com. The ideal candidate is interested in Web production, and able to conceive online news packages and tools that will better serve entrepreneurial readers. This individual would also help edit reporter and freelance copy for WSJ print and online, and assist with rankings projects designed to attract small-business owners to WSJ.com. Please contact Colleen DeBaise or Jonathan Krim if interested.(Dow Jones position #01002309)
4) Consumer Blogger for SmartMoney.com and the WSJ Digital Network (Reporter) — We’re looking for a strong reporter who writes with voice and flair, has a passion for being an informed consumer and an eye for the quirky as well as the serious. The ideal candidate knows how to develop sources and break news, is familiar with the Web and social networking, and enjoys interacting with his or her audience. Please contact Jonathan Krim if interested. (Dow Jones position #01007699)
