Freelance News Brief Writers (Israel)
Posted 548 days ago, which is unusual. The employer's own board was still carrying it when we last read it, just now.
This is the employer's own posting, not a copy on a job board.
What we know
Is it still open?
Confirmed still open
Last checked 3h ago — checked against the employer's own applicant tracking system, which is the company answering directly.
We re-read the employer's own applicant tracking system and the posting was still there. That is the company answering directly.
How old is it?
Posted 548d ago
The date the source published, not the day we noticed it (2025-04-03). Last seen at its source just now.
Is it remote?
Marked remote on the employer's board
Their board carries a remote setting on this posting — a field they filled in, not wording we read. The location field names somewhere specific, which is usually where the team or the entity sits.
Who may apply?
Israel
No source stated where this role may be worked. This is read from the ad's own words.
What the ad says
…Location: Israel (Remote)…
Skills named in the ad
Recognised terms only, from a fixed vocabulary — this is what CV matching compares against.
Carried by 1 source
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bamboohr employer's own board first seen 3h ago · last seen just now
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The listing
Location: Israel (Remote)
Type: Freelance
Role Overview:
Jewish News Syndicate (JNS), the fastest-growing news agency covering Israel and the Jewish world, is seeking freelance News Brief Writers and Reporters to join our Israel editorial team. The writers and reporters will report to the Israel Bureau News Editor and be responsible for delivering regular news reports, analyses, news briefs, and original stories relevant to Israel and the Jewish world, while also conducting interviews and collaborating with the editorial team to produce high-quality content.
The ideal candidate must have a deep understanding of related issues, and be able to quickly identify and cover timely stories related to Middle Eastern and Jewish topics.
It’s important that our writers connect with our mission and have a strong understanding or genuine interest in Israel and the Jewish world. In addition we're looking for strong ability to cover these topics thoughtfully and accurately.
What You’ll Do:
- Write 2-3 full-length news reports and reported analysis per week on stories of major importance to Israel and the Jewish world
- Identify and report occasional features and stories that take deeper dives into a subject, including investigative and data-driven articles
- Cover occasional conferences and stories that require travel within Israel
- Build and maintain strong connections with sources in the Israel political world
- Upload edited articles into the content management system for publication.
- Ensure all work meets JNS’s high journalistic standards, maintaining absolute accuracy and originality.
What You Bring:
- Proven track record of high level reporting, with prior experience covering the Israel and US foreign relations being a plus
- Demonstrated experience writing in a fast-paced newsroom, with adherence to journalistic styles and norms
- News savvy, with a strong interest in news development, staying on top of trends
- Strong research skills and the ability to translate complex information into compelling and accessible content
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of AP style and journalistic ethics
- Original writing that upholds the highest journalistic standards, with complete accuracy in all your work
- Familiarity with content management systems (Wordpress a plus)
- A passion for JNS: you’ve read our stories, believe in our mission, and are ready to make an impact through accurate and engaging reporting
Why Join Us:
If you are passionate about JNS’s mission, journalism, storytelling, and making a difference through impactful reporting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Work performed for JNS is expected to conform to the highest journalistic standards. Absolute accuracy and originality are required of all work.
If you’re interested, please complete the application.
Note: One of the questions will ask for a few pitch ideas for original stories. Your pitch will help us get a sense of what stories you’d propose for JNS. Be sure to check our website first to understand our focus and style, and avoid topics we’ve already covered. If we’re interested in your ideas, the next step may involve collaborating on a few paid freelance pieces as part of the hiring process.
JNS is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.