Weekend News Curator & Engagement Editor

About the role

Haystack News is looking for a Weekend News Curator & Engagement Editor to shape the news experience for millions of viewers during weekends. You will curate breaking stories, create engaging social content, and occasionally appear on camera to connect with the audience.

Key responsibilities

• Review and select the most compelling news stories from hundreds of channels for weekend coverage.
• Manage breaking news updates with speed and accuracy to keep the platform current.
• Coordinate with news partners to feature timely, high‑impact content.
• Write and send targeted push notifications to users.
• Create interactive content such as polls, quizzes, and social media posts.
• Produce short video pieces and may appear on camera for platform content.

Required profile

• 2+ years of experience in broadcast or digital news.
• Strong journalism judgment and interest in audience‑focused digital content.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, small‑team environment.
• Tech‑savvy and quick to adopt new digital tools.

Required skills

• Basic video production skills.
• Experience with digital content creation for social platforms.

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence news consumption for a large, growing audience.
• Work at the intersection of journalism and technology.
• Flexible contract hours (approximately 30 hours/week) with remote weekend work and occasional onsite mornings.