Senior Editor

AOL is a global media and technology company, representing the best of premium content and innovative platforms. Originally known as America Online, we once connected over 35 million people to the internet, becoming a cultural icon and business behemoth. We recognized digital as the future of media and set out to build a network to enable our company—and our users and partners—to capitalize on this new world. We've always had the drive and innovative thinking to mobilize the future. Now, we have the tools, the reach, and the resources to make this future a reality. We just need YOU!

Responsibilities:

Program the news of the day on AOL.com and in the AOL app, including curation of content, headline writing, video programming, push notifications and more as needed

Support breaking news coverage and assignments across a variety of platforms including desktop, mobile, and on social media platforms

Support special projects associated with development and growth, collaborating with editorial, product and other teams as needed

Help execute coverage plans for tentpole events across a variety of content categories, including News, Entertainment, Sports and more

Closely track metrics and analytics of content to stay abreast of evolving interests across our ecosystem

Manage relationships with important publishers and content partners

A Lot About You:

As a Senior Editor for the AOL Editorial Team you will lead, support and help shape the stories watched and read daily by millions of AOL users. You love News, Sports, Finance or Entertainment -- or all of the above -- and thrive in a fast-paced setting. You know how to succeed in an ever-changing environment by adapting as priorities shift. You always lend a hand to a colleague in need -- especially to help serve the audience -- and bring an enthusiastic, optimistic and solutions-oriented attitude to your work.

At least 5+ years of editorial experience writing or content programming on high-traffic websites

Willingness to work non-traditional hours, including early mornings, late nights, shifts and holidays and weekends when needed; Note: At least one regular weekend day is a requirement of this position

Familiarity and experience with complex web content management systems, information architecture and metadata

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a high degree of professionalism over email and in person

Proven ability to juggle multiple priorities with excellent accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

Proficiency in Google Enterprise, AP style, copy-editing