Ag News Editor — Hybrid, Fast-Paced Digital Coverage

Shoptalk; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Successful Farming is seeking a Digital News Editor to manage daily tasks on Agriculture.com, write breaking news and equipment stories, and publish freelance content. The role includes updating the homepage, distributing the daily newsletter, and producing social videos.

The editor will coordinate with the news and editorial team, optimize articles for Google Discover, and travel 15% to cover industry events. Hybrid work in Des Moines is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or Ag Communications or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of writing experience.
• Experience with social media and content management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cover breaking news and new farm equipment for Agriculture.com.
• Write original articles and post freelance/partner articles.
• Update homepage, manage daily newsletter, and post to social media.
• Produce social media videos and coordinate multimedia for articles.
• Travel to cover industry events and product launches.

Skills

Writing

Social media

Video editing

CMS

Analytics

multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism

Ag Communications

Tools

CMS

Analytics tools

Job description

Successful Farming is seeking a Digital News Editor to manage daily tasks on Agriculture.com, write breaking news and equipment stories, and publish freelance content. The role includes updating the homepage, distributing the daily newsletter, and producing social videos.

The editor will coordinate with the news and editorial team, optimize articles for Google Discover, and travel 15% to cover industry events. Hybrid work in Des Moines is expected.