Journalist and Engagement Editor
Jewfolk, Inc.
United States
Posted on Jun 30, 2025
Company Description
Jewfolk, Inc. is a Minnesota-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that informs, connects, engages, and inspires Jewish adults using innovative methods, strategies, and communication. We aim to connect people, build awareness about Jewish efforts, and strengthen local Jewish communities while embracing diversity and offering various entry points into Jewish life.
Role Description
Jewfolk, Inc. is seeking a dynamic and motivated journalist with a passion for storytelling and community engagement to help grow both our Twin Cities and Cincinnati platforms. This full-time role offers remote work with schedule flexibility and the opportunity to cover meaningful local stories in Jewish life and culture.
This position reports to the Editor-in-Chief.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Collaborate with editors to identify timely stories of strong interest to Jewfolk audiences
2. Produce and edit journalism across mediums and platforms, including attending and reporting on events, maintaining a content calendar, and working with the Editor in Chief on special projects
3. Develop strategies to boost engagement and visibility using SEO, social media, email, and other tools, as appropriate
4. Monitor analytics to inform daily/weekly/monthly editorial decisions and long-term strategy
5. Partner with colleagues to generate and implement new ideas for audience acquisition and to strengthen brand voice and content reach
6. Contribute creative ideas to build audience engagement through strong user experience, visuals, and human-centered design
Qualifications:
Interested candidates must send a resume, 2 writing samples, and a brief cover letter explaining their qualifications and interest in the position to lonny@jewfolk.com by July 10, 2025 for consideration.
Jewfolk, Inc. is a Minnesota-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that informs, connects, engages, and inspires Jewish adults using innovative methods, strategies, and communication. We aim to connect people, build awareness about Jewish efforts, and strengthen local Jewish communities while embracing diversity and offering various entry points into Jewish life.
Role Description
Jewfolk, Inc. is seeking a dynamic and motivated journalist with a passion for storytelling and community engagement to help grow both our Twin Cities and Cincinnati platforms. This full-time role offers remote work with schedule flexibility and the opportunity to cover meaningful local stories in Jewish life and culture.
This position reports to the Editor-in-Chief.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Collaborate with editors to identify timely stories of strong interest to Jewfolk audiences
2. Produce and edit journalism across mediums and platforms, including attending and reporting on events, maintaining a content calendar, and working with the Editor in Chief on special projects
3. Develop strategies to boost engagement and visibility using SEO, social media, email, and other tools, as appropriate
4. Monitor analytics to inform daily/weekly/monthly editorial decisions and long-term strategy
5. Partner with colleagues to generate and implement new ideas for audience acquisition and to strengthen brand voice and content reach
6. Contribute creative ideas to build audience engagement through strong user experience, visuals, and human-centered design
Qualifications:
- 2–4 years of experience in journalism, content creation, or relevant role in a newsroom environment
- Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills in a deadline-driven and accuracy-based environment
- An understanding of social media trends and strategies to convert engagement into action
- Curious, organized, and proactive, with consistent follow-through
- Comfortable using data and digital tools (Google Analytics, SEO, CMS)
- Understanding of how to build community — online or in person — and listen to audience needs
- Familiarity with Jewish culture, news and community life, and excited to reflect that in your work
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent relationship-building skills
- Experience managing content calendars and coordinating freelance contributors
- Skills in visual media, newsletters, or digital events (e.g., Instagram Live)
- Knowledge of AI tools to streamline digital workflows (not for content generation)
- Proficiency with online tools (Google Workplace, WordPress, Mailchimp, Airtable, Monday, Canva, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field or equivalent experience
- Must reside in the Minneapolis/St. Paul or Cincinnati metro area with preference for Twin Cities
Interested candidates must send a resume, 2 writing samples, and a brief cover letter explaining their qualifications and interest in the position to lonny@jewfolk.com by July 10, 2025 for consideration.