The Associated Press seeks an Editorial Assistant to work nights in its
Philadelphia bureau.

The Editorial Assistant assists the desk supervisor in production of the
daily Pennsylvania news report. The EA monitors the fax machine and
bureau e-mail accounts and makes daily calls to members for story
contributions. This person compiles and edits daily, weekly and other
specialty daybooks. The editorial assistant helps compile sports scores
and agate. This person answers the phone, taking dictation from
reporters and dealing courteously with members, sources and the public.
The EA looks through member newspapers for staff bylines and helps
maintain newspaper files.

The ideal candidate will have strong writing and interpersonal skills.
Applicants should be able to juggle multiple tasks and work well under
pressure. Knowledge of current events, basic computer programs and the
Internet are required.

For consideration, e-mail a cover letter, resume and clips to
Philadelphia@apjobs.org. The Associated Press is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.