Player.One is seeking an experienced and digitally savvy Editor to build a team of digital content producers and writers and lead the editorial team of our fast-growing gaming and player news and info website. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the gamer culture, must be a hardcore gamer, have a deep network of gamers that can be recruited as contributors, a passion for creating high-quality and multi-media content, and a proven track record of success on digital, social platforms.
Responsibilities:
• Hire, Manage and mentor a team of writers and editors, providing guidance and feedback to help them develop their skills and produce excellent content.
• Oversee the daily content creation and ensure that all articles meet Player.One's high standards for quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Develop and grow a network of gamer contributors to become the largest on the web.
• Develop and implement an editorial strategy that aligns with Player.One's mission and goals.
• Ensure that the website's content is on track to meet its growth and revenue goals.
• Execute on opportunities to optimize content for search engines and social media platforms.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to stay up-to-date on the latest gaming news and trends.
Qualifications:
• Experience in a digital editorial role
• Deep understanding of the gamer world
• Great 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?
About Player.One
Player.One is dedicated to providing in-depth, passionate coverage of the world of gaming and gamer culture. Its mission is to offer news, insights, practical information, and opinions about the games (and gadgets, movies, comics, apps, shows and other stuff) that you -- and we -- love most.