Novato editorial assistant PT job, $10/hour

Novato editorial assistant PT job

The Marin Independent Journal is seeking an editorial assistant to work on the sports desk one or two nights per week, 5 1/2 hours per shift ($10/hour). The position requires familiarity with the type of information presented in a daily sports section.

The assistant will take phone calls and process faxed or e-mailed game reports and other information for the daily section. The assistant is the primary writer and information gatherer for the IJ's local roundup presentation. The assistant will work closely with the sports editor, sports copy editors and staff writers to produce a well organized, accurate, sports timely section. There will be opportunities to cover games and write feature stories. Shifts run from 5:30 pm to approximately 11:15 pm. Specific evenings are negotiable. Must have valid driver's license, proof of auto insurance and acceptable DMV record. We require pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check for all positions. We offer a pleasant, smoke-free environment. We are an equal opportunity employer. Submit cover letter and resume to:

Marin Independent Journal
150 Alameda del Prado
Novato, CA 94949
Attn: Dave Allen

or email to dallen@marinij.com