Content Editor

Description:

create and maintain editorial features across various content channels news sports finance lifestyle entertainment TV etc and across media platforms Web mobile TV. We need someone who can write snappy interesting copy and curate interesting content packages that include a mix of media types. While there are opportunities for long-form writing and blogging this is not a full-time writing position. This editor will serve as a curator and creator of content taking the content we already have from feeds and partners and producing the most appealing packages possible.

This editor will monitor media sources and post breaking news and schedule features to maximize content views. This position requires regular communication with partners and managing the workflow process around obtaining partner content and presenting it on our platforms. The editor will also contribute to the greater conversation about long-term strategy and new features. The editor will need to monitor metrics data and understand our broad audience.

We are looking for someone who is extremely organized and detail oriented and has impeccable news judgment. We seek someone who can be a leader and coordinate with many other editors and teams. This position will involve scheduling and copyediting content on a daily basis. This person will need to have excellent communication skills and make sure there is no gap in programming between on-hours and off-hours shifts.

This person needs to be experienced in creating content for the Internet and must be able to contribute to the conversation about what a news/entertainment/TV cross-platform experience should be and how it can best serve our audience.

Requirements:

Oversee editorial feature creation editorial partner relationships and programming of related content areas
Stellar communication skills with attention to detail spelling grammar and clarity
Five years editorial experience
Can write creative and engaging copy that makes people want more
Experience with content management systems and analytic tools
Interest in current events
Basic Photoshop editing skills
Must be a creative thinker who is comfortable in group discussions and brainstorming sessions
Will require some off-hours and holiday shifts
Bachelor's degree Journalism English or Communication majors preferred or equivalent experience