About RFE/RL:
Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) is an independent, nonprofit organization dedicated to providing uncensored, reliable news to audiences where media freedom is limited. Our Persian-language service, Radio Farda, is seeking an experienced journalist with a strong background in web writing and editing to join our dynamic team. If you are passionate about online journalism and have the skills to create impactful content for a digital audience, we want to hear from you.
Main Responsibilities:
- Write, edit, and publish high-quality, original content for Radio Farda’s website, ensuring relevance, accuracy, and adherence to RFE/RL’s editorial standards.
- Oversee the editorial process for online content, from breaking news updates to in-depth features. Ensure content is optimized for web platforms and engages our digital audience.
- Collaborate with multimedia producers to incorporate video, audio, and interactive elements into web content. Ensure cross-platform synergy and effective storytelling across digital platforms.
- Utilize RFE/RL’s content management systems to post and edit text, photos, and videos. Ensure timely and accurate updates to the website and manage multimedia galleries and interactive content.
- Apply SEO best practices to optimize content for search engines and improve website traffic. Monitor web analytics to adjust strategies and enhance audience engagement.
- Stay informed on political, social, and economic developments in Iran and the region. Research and write web articles that offer fresh, reliable insights and meet the needs of our audience.
- Take responsibility for ensuring the integrity and quality of all online content. Review and edit contributions from staff, ensuring they meet the high standards of RFE/RL.
- Actively contribute to the planning of web content, offering ideas for coverage and suggesting innovative angles to make stories more engaging for digital audiences.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field. Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in web writing and editing, with a solid portfolio of published online work.
- Native-level Persian and working knowledge of English (oral and written).
- Proven experience in managing and editing web content, familiarity with content management systems, SEO best practices, and analytics tools.
- Ability to work with multimedia teams and incorporate videos, images, and interactive elements into web content.
- Strong editorial skills, capable of editing the work of others and maintaining the editorial quality of the website.
- Open to learning and developing new skills in digital journalism and web content management.
- Familiarity with political, social, and economic developments in the broadcast area, with an ability to provide fresh, accurate web content on these topics.
Should you be interested in this position please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter in English.
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