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?
About MedicalDaily
MedicalDaily.com is a growing digital health news, analysis and information website operated from New York, NY. It exists to inform readers globally about the latest vetted health information to help them improve their health and the health of those around them.