Optimisation Editor

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital news publisher is seeking an Optimization Editor for its UK late shift team. This role involves enhancing the reach of its news brand by utilizing strong editing skills and digital publishing expertise, while adapting to the fast-paced media environment. Candidates should have solid journalism credentials and a keen interest in expanding audience engagement.

Qualifications

• Expérience dans un rôle éditorial similaire.
• Compétences en optimisation de contenu exigées.
• Familiarité avec l'Independent et sa couverture.

Responsibilities

• Rédaction de titres engageants et édition de contenu.
• Optimisation de contenu pour un large public.
• Gestion des priorités dans un environnement dynamique.

Skills

SEO

Digital Publishing

Editing

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Education

Senior Journalism Credentials

Job description

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The Independent is an online news publisher established in 1986 as a national newspaper independent of party political affiliations or proprietorial influence. In 2016, it transitioned to a fully digital publisher to ensure sustainability and preserve its journalistic values.

Known for innovation, The Independent was the first British newspaper to add a Saturday magazine, give photography equal prestige as news copy, challenge the Westminster lobby system, switch to a compact 'tabloid' format, launch a concise quality compact paper, and successfully transform into a fully digital publication.

With a global reach of over 100 million monthly visitors, The Independent continues to expand through various reader-supported platforms including TV, eCommerce, indy100, and subscriptions. Our main offices are in London and New York, supported by an international editorial team.

The role

We are seeking an Optimization Editor to join our UK late shift team, working hours 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 the reach of our rapidly growing news brand.

The ideal candidate will have a strong news background, comprehensive knowledge of digital publishing—including SEO, social media, and editing—and the ability to independently optimize content for a large audience. You should be adept at crafting compelling headlines, editing news copy, and planning evergreen content for major events.

Experience with AI tools like the Bulletin platform and a keen interest in the future of journalism are essential. This is a middleweight to senior role involving regular interaction with senior colleagues, including the Head of Growth. Applicants must be able to manage multiple priorities calmly and methodically, and have the right to work in the UK. The position offers hybrid or remote working, with periodic training at our London HQ.

About you

Key responsibilities and skills:

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

Essential skills and experience:

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

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We value diversity and strive to create a workplace and reporting environment that reflects our audience. We are committed to equal opportunity employment and support reasonable adjustments for applicants.

Our values – you will deliver across all our values

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

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

Independent: We value honesty, integrity, and independent thinking, free from outside influence.