Apply on Employer Site

Blavity Inc. · 20 hours ago

AfroTech, Writer

United States

Full-time

Remote

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Blavity Inc. is a venture-funded media and technology company focused on enabling Black millennials to tell their own stories. They are seeking a dedicated Writer to join their team at AfroTech, responsible for crafting engaging content and maintaining high standards of journalism.

CommunitiesDigital MediaSocial Media

Responsibilities

Craft well-researched, engaging, and informative stories that highlight the achievements, innovations, and challenges within the Black tech and entrepreneurial ecosystem

Keep a vigilant eye on the tech landscape and social media platforms to identify emerging trends, breaking news, and noteworthy events that deserve our audience's attention

Develop thought-provoking and insightful questions to conduct interviews with professionals, entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders within the Black tech community

Pitch and develop original content ideas that showcase unique perspectives, deep dives into tech-related topics, or compelling feature pieces

Diligently flag and file stories and maintain well-organized records of sources, references, and research materials to facilitate collaboration with editors

Qualification

News writingJournalismMicrosoft OfficeGoogle SuiteAsanaAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsDetail-orientedPositive attitudeSelf-starter

Required

Education: B.A. in journalism, communication, or a related field

1-2 years of experience writing and reporting for a digital news publication

Fluent in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Asana, and/or comparable project management suite

Independent, entrepreneurial self-starter who is comfortable taking on a high level of responsibility

Comfort with ambiguity and a proven love for transforming unorganized/complex data into rigorously structured, insight-oriented solutions

High-energy, company-first, positive attitude; must be motivated to work hard in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication and analytical skills; outgoing and sociable; willing to wear multiple hats

Naturally detail-oriented, with an obsessive need to document and communicate findings

Knowledgeable of tech, business, and innovation news, especially related to the Black community

Preferred

Previous experience in news writing, editing, or journalism

Company

Blavity Inc.

Blavity Inc. is a venture-backed corporation that builds product solutions and media for influential consumers and enterprises who want to reach them.

Founded in 2014

Los Angeles, California, USA

51-200 employees