Optimisation Editor

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative digital media company, a leading provider in news, is seeking an Optimization Editor to join its team for the UK late shift. This role involves editing and optimizing content for large audiences with a focus on journalism and AI technologies. Candidates should possess a strong background in digital publishing, SEO, and audience engagement, contributing to a dynamic and inclusive working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a journalist.
• Strong background in news and digital publishing.
• Familiarity with analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Craft engaging headlines and edit news copy.
• Plan evergreen content for major events.
• Manage multiple priorities in a calm, organized manner.

Skills

SEO

Digital publishing

Digital analytics

Audience engagement

Problem-solving

Self-starting

Job description

The Independent is seeking an Optimization Editor to join our new team working on the UK late shift. The working hours are from 4pm to 1am, Monday to Friday, with some weekend shifts.

This role involves working within a small team of digital publishing experts to expand one of the world's fastest-growing news brands. The ideal candidate will have a strong news background, comprehensive knowledge of digital publishing including SEO, social media, and editing, and the ability to work independently to optimize content for large audiences.

Responsibilities include crafting engaging headlines, editing news copy, and planning evergreen content for major events. Candidates should have experience in a similar role, familiarity with digital analytics, and a keen interest in the future of journalism and AI technologies.

The role reports to the Head of Growth and involves managing multiple priorities in a calm, organized manner. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The position offers hybrid or remote working with periodic training at our London HQ.

Key skills and responsibilities include:

• Writing engaging headlines and editing news copy
• SEO and digital publishing expertise
• Understanding digital analytics tools
• Proven experience as a journalist with audience engagement skills
• Problem-solving and self-starting abilities

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We welcome applicants who can contribute to our values of being inclusive, innovative, and independent.