Optimisation Editor

JR United Kingdom; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading news publisher seeks an Optimization Editor for its UK late shift team. This role is pivotal in enhancing content reach and engagement through effective SEO and editing expertise. The ideal candidate will have a strong journalism background, problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced media environment while contributing to the publication's innovative and independent culture.

Qualifications

• Proven journalism experience with audience engagement skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Familiarity with The Independent and its coverage.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging headlines and edit news copy.
• Optimize content for SEO and audience reach.
• Plan content around major events.

Skills

SEO

Digital publishing

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Data interpretation

Education

Experience in a similar role

Tools

Digital analytics tools

Job description

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The Independent is an online news publisher established in 1986, independent of political or proprietorial influence. In 2016, it transitioned fully to digital publishing to ensure sustainability and uphold its journalistic values.

Throughout its history, The Independent has been a pioneer—introducing innovations such as a Saturday magazine, equal prestige for photography, challenging Westminster lobby systems, and transitioning to a compact tabloid format. It has successfully transformed into a fully digital publication, reaching over 100 million global visitors monthly.

With editorial offices in London and New York, The Independent continues to expand its reach through various platforms including TV, eCommerce, and subscriptions, committed to delivering independent journalism worldwide.

The role

We are seeking an Optimization Editor to join our UK late shift team, working from 4pm to 1am, Monday to Friday, with some weekend shifts. This role involves working within a small team of digital publishing experts to enhance our content's reach and engagement.

The ideal candidate will have a strong news background, expertise in digital publishing (SEO, social media, editing), and the ability to independently optimize content for large audiences. Responsibilities include crafting compelling headlines, editing news copy, and planning content around major events.

Candidates should have a keen interest in journalism's future, including AI applications on our Bulletin platform. Experience in a similar role is essential, and the role reports to the Head of Growth and other senior colleagues.

Applicants must be capable of managing multiple priorities calmly and methodically. The position offers hybrid or remote working, with periodic training at our London HQ. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

About you

Key responsibilities and skills:

• Writing engaging headlines and editing news copy
• SEO and digital publishing expertise
• Proficiency with digital analytics tools
• Proven journalism experience with audience engagement skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Self-motivation

Essential skills and experience:

• Experience in a similar role and title
• Content optimization skills
• Senior journalism skills
• Familiarity with The Independent and its coverage
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Data interpretation and insightful recommendation abilities
• Effective communication of best practices
• Experience in fast-paced media environments
• Knowledge of current world events

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We promote diversity and aim for a workforce reflective of our global readership. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and support reasonable adjustments during the application process.

Our values

Inclusive: We value diversity and transparency, fostering a sense of belonging.

Innovative: We embrace risk-taking and new ideas to achieve excellence.

Independent: We uphold honesty, integrity, and independent thinking, free from external influence.