MedicalDaily.com, a growing online health news and information site, is seeking an Experienced and Digitally Savvy Editor to build a team of medical student writers and to help shape the editorial direction of our website. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of health and wellness issues, a passion for creating high-quality content, and a proven track record of success on digital, social platforms.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee the daily content creation process, ensuring that all articles are factually accurate
• Hire, manage and mentor a team of medical student writers, providing guidance and feedback to help them develop their skills and produce high-quality content.
• Set up a network of Contributors made of Doctors and other Medical professionals to become a key part of the content offering
• Develop and execute an editorial strategy that aligns with MedicalDaily.com's mission and goals.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to stay up-to-date on the latest health news and trends.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a digital editorial role, with a proven track record of managing and mentoring a team of writers.
• A deep understanding of health and wellness issues, with a strong background in medical writing.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for creating engaging content.
• Experience with Facebook and Google best practices and the ability to write headlines and article summaries are social-friendly and SEO friendly.
• Familiarity with Google Analytics and other web analytics tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with writers, editors, and other members of the team.
• A strong work ethic, the ability to multitask, and a commitment to meeting deadlines.
Questions:
• What are the reasons you are interested in this position?
• Why should we hire you as Editor?
• What are your long-term career goals?
• Why are you seeking a new position?