Breaking News Director, Scientific American Job at Springer Nature Group in New
Breaking News Director, Scientific American Job at Springer Nature Group in New
MediabistroNew York, NY, United States
2 days ago
Job type
Full-time
Job description
Title : Breaking News Director, Scientific American
Location : New York – Hybrid Working
Application Deadline : October 14th
About Springer Nature
Springer Nature is one of the leading publishers of research in the world. We publish the largest number of journals and books and are a pioneer in open research. Through our leading brands, trusted for more than 180 years, we provide technology-enabled products, platforms and services that help researchers to uncover new ideas and share their discoveries, health professionals to stay at the forefront of medical science, and educators to advance learning. We are proud to be part of progress, working together with the communities we serve to share knowledge and bring greater understanding to the world. For more information, please visit and follow @SpringerNature.
About the Brand
Scientific American, the oldest continuously published magazine in the U.S., reaches millions of people each month through its print magazine, app, social media and on ScientificAmerican.com. We publish expert-written opinions and feature stories; news and feature articles by leading journalists; and award-winning graphics, art and multimedia. Visit scientificamerican.com and follow @ScientificAmerican / @Sciam
About the Role
Scientific American
is looking for a Breaking News Director to oversee its breaking news coverage and make our web site a must-read destination for everything happening right now in the world of science. The director will be the traffic cop of our newsroom, coordinating coverage across multiple desks and departments. The role will make sure that every news item is either covered by a beat reporter or assigned to their own breaking news team, and that we have every story published within an hour of it breaking. The ideal candidate has a strong background in science or tech reporting, and must have experience identifying, assigning and editing live news. They are focused on speed and accuracy, and not afraid to turn around a large quantity of copy every day. They know where to look to find what’s new and trending before anyone else has the story.This director will lead a small team that is tasked with writing short and accurate news stories on extremely tight deadlines. It’s an ideal position for an experienced journalist who wants to be a mentor and a teacher to early career reporters.This role is based in our New York office on a hybrid working model.
Role Responsibilities :
Finding vital breaking news and trending stories, and working with reporters to produce stories quickly
Assigning and editing engaging, accurate and swiftly delivered news in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Coordinating across teams to determine who is covering what story so that we don’t miss anything
Monitoring competing news sites, wires, and social media for the stories that matter to our readers
Ensuring that all content is optimized for SEO and social media
Managing a team of rookie reporters, helping them develop future beats, and teaching them to become world-class journalists
Experience, Skills & Qualifications :
Essential
A minimum of 7 years of experience covering or editing news at a real-time news outlet
Proven track record of filing or editing news in a fast-paced environment
Experience as a reporter or editor covering science and / or technology stories
Ability to work a flexible schedule if there's a big breaking story out of normal work hours
Strong news judgment and the ability to identify relevant stories and trends
A high level of motivation, organization and outstanding communication skills
Desirable
An undergraduate or graduate degree in a STEM field, or a master’s in journalism
Experience using data and SEO to inform decision-making
A knowledge of and enthusiasm for all kinds of science
Application deadline : October 14th
Springer Nature US provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes the benefit offerings listed below :
Medical, Dental and Vision
401(k) with company match and contribution
Hybrid office working policy, Summer Hours, and paid time off
Flexible Spending and Commuter programs
Multiple Life insurance options
Disability coverage
Tuition Assistance
Voluntary benefits : Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Legal Assistance Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Family friendly benefits and a variety of employee discounts
An array of Employee Social NetworksUS Annualized Base Salary : $135,000 - $150,000. The salary offer may vary based on work experience, education, skill level, and equity. The US salary range does not align with the salary ranges in other countries when converted to the currency of that country.Springer Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following poster.At Springer Nature, we value the diversity of our teams and work to build an inclusive culture where people are treated fairly and can bring their differences to work and thrive. We empower our colleagues and value their diverse perspectives as we strive to attract, nurture, and develop the very best talent. Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here : If you have any access needs related to disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic condition, please contact us so we can make all necessary accommodations.For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit#LI-EG1Job Posting End Date : 15-10-2025We are an ambitious and dynamic organisation, and home to some of the best-known names in research, educational and professional publishing.Working at the heart of a changing industry, we are always looking for great people who care about delivering quality to our customers and the communities we work alongside. In return, you will find that we open the doors to discovery for all our employees – offering opportunities to learn from some of the best in the business, with a culture that encourages curiosity and empowers people to find solutions and act on their instincts. Whether you are at the beginning of your career or are an experienced professional, we invite you to find out more about the roles we offer and explore our current vacancies.We are a global and progressive business, founded on a heritage of trusted and respected brands – including Springer, founded in 1842, Macmillan, founded in 1843 and Nature, first published in 1869.Nearly two centuries of progress and advancement in science and education have helped shape the business we are today. Research and learning continues to be the cornerstone of progress, and we will continue to open doors to discovery through trusted brands and innovative products and services. Springer Nature Group was created in May 2015 through the combination of Nature Publishing Group, Macmillan Education and Springer Science+Business Media.
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