Associate Editor, TV

Davita Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the digital news industry is seeking an Associate Editor to take on a hybrid role of writing and editing. The successful candidate will collaborate with senior editors to develop engaging content across platforms, manage breaking news, and implement digital strategies to drive traffic and engagement. Applicants should have at least 4 years of experience in a fast-paced news environment and a degree in journalism or communications.

Benefits

Unlimited paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

401K savings plan with company match

Generous parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in a digital news operation.
• Experience with analytics-driven content creation.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects and respond to breaking news.

Responsibilities

• Finding, assigning, and editing digital stories.
• Strategizing and coordinating coverage with data-driven approaches.
• Writing and reporting on news stories.

Skills

Strong writing and editing skills

SEO

Analytical skills

Sound news judgment

People skills

Education

BA or BS in journalism or communications

Tools

Content management systems

Job description

Job Title

Associate Editor, TV

Job Description

I. Job Summary |Major goals and objectives.

The Associate Editor will be a hybrid writer and editor responsible for working closely with the Senior Editor and Senior News Editor to generate stories for the vertical for content across platforms. This will include a mix of writing, reporting and editing, as well as helping to lead digital coverage of key events, developing and implementing digital coverage strategy, and managing both routine daily news and breaking news situations. This candidate is a dynamic editor who knows how to find unique and compelling stories, a solid line editor and headline writer with sound news judgment and an ability to prioritize stories as they come in from all angles, working cleanly and quickly under tight deadlines. The candidate also needs to be able to ideate and identify key second-beat and breakout posts on breaking and trending news stories. It is key to have a fluent understanding of the digital landscape, including content streams, SEO and analytics, and to be meticulously organized. The associate editor may also be called upon to assist with breaking news and event coverage during nights and weekends.

II. Essential Job Functions

Approximate Weight % - Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results

40% - Finding, assigning and editing digital stories. Working with the legal team on story review.

30% - Strategizing and coordinating coverage, making assignments and overseeing execution, drawing on the editorial calendar as well as data and analytics. Assisting in developingsources and long-term reporting initiatives.

20% - Writing and reporting.

10% - Preparing for news moments ahead of time, and other duties as assigned.

III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements |All must be met to be considered.

Education:

BA or BS, preferably in journalism or communications, related field or equivalent training and/or experience.equivalent work experience

Experience:

Minimum 4 years experience working in a high volume, digital news operation

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A strategic thinker with a proven track record of creating content that increases traffic and engagement by using an analytics-driven approach.

• Strong writing and editing skills, impeccable journalistic standards and attention to detail.

• Ability to respond quickly to breaking news and juggle multiple projects and priorities.

• Experience with SEO, content management systems and analytics.

• An idea generator who can think of new, fresh ways to package content.

• Excellent people skills and the ability to work with anybody: this role requires liaising with different departments.

• Sound news judgment and knowledge of the PEOPLE brand.

% Travel Required (Approximate): not anticipated, but may be assigned

It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.Accommodation requests can be made by emailing [e-mail].

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Pay Range

Salary: New York: $67,000.00 - $70,000.00

The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Dotdash Meredith's total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives.In addition,Dotdash Meredith provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with Dotdash Meredith and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance.

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