New York City - AP newswriter

95001964 -- The Associated Press currently seeks a newsperson for its New York City Bureau.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience.

• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience that demonstrates superior writing skills and the ability to quickly synthesize material from multiple sources on big breaking stories.

• Must have demonstrated the ability to work accurately in a deadline-driven environment in one of the world's most competitive markets.

• Must have demonstrated the ability to write about a broad range of topics

• Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines.

• Ability to speak Spanish a plus.

• Advanced-level professional competency in written and spoken English language.

• Authorization to work in the U.S. will be mandatory.

• Must be able to shoot and edit video professionally.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conceive, report and write compelling, big-sweep, front-page enterprise out of New York City that resonates with national and international readers.

• Produce fast-turnaround stories on major news of the day in New York that can help drive online traffic.

• Write with a proven, strong voice to keep the AP competitive with the city's best reporters.

• Draw on experiences as a national writer or foreign correspondent to bring broad perspective to coverage.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

None

PRIORITIES (among others):

Write with a strong voice and authority about New York, becoming a recognizable byline on national stories datelined out of the city.

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