MedicalDaily.com, a leading online health news and information site, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Editor to lead our team of writers and 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 managing a varied source of content creators.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee the daily content creation process, ensuring that all articles are accurate, timely, and meet MedicalDaily.com's and Medical Content best practices
• Manage and mentor a team of 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.
• Represent MedicalDaily.com at industry events and conferences.
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 SEO best practices and the ability to write headlines and article summaries that grab readers' attention.
• 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?
• Are you willing to work everyday in the office?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check?
About IBT
IBT Media is a fast growing global digital news organization, delivering news and insight to over 20 million monthly readers across the world. With innovations across the newsroom and the platform, we are engaging a new generation of readers with content that speaks to their interests, analysis that serve their businesses, and insight to make sense of a globally connected world.