Digital Editor

KC Media / IN Kansas City magazine has an immediate opening for a Digital Editor. We are a local media company with a creative and collaborative work environment. We provide local lifestyle content in print with a monthly magazine, online at inkansascity.com, and across our social channels.

The digital editor will be responsible for creating an engaging web presence by generating local consumer-targeted web content from concept to publication and managing editorial across our digital and social platforms. The successful candidate will be a good interviewer and storyteller. We're looking for a multi-tasker who can edit and create daily content on deadline.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Create original content for inkansascity.com, social media platforms, and e-newsletters
Upload and maintain digital content on the website and social channels including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn
Create strategies to grow digital footprint and audience engagement
Monitor and report on web presence and traffic
Collaborate with editor-in-chief, art director, digital director, as well as freelance contributors
Maintain standards of the digital brand together with the print magazine’s aesthetic
Attend and engage at local events and openings

Requirements:

Work experience as a digital editor preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
A strong understanding of social media best practices is essential
Attention to detail and meeting deadlines
Proficiency in creating graphic content, preferably using the Adobe Creative Suite. Video editing experience is a plus
Preferred candidates must be familiar with the Kansas City market – retail shops, restaurants, events
Must work well in a team environment

Please send your resume to Michelle Jolles at mjolles@inkansascity.com & Brittany Coale at bcoale@inkansascity.com