Content Editor

Blavity; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and innovative media company as a Content Editor, where your leadership and editorial skills will shine. In this pivotal contractor role, you will guide a talented team of writers to produce engaging content that resonates with Black millennials and Gen Z. Collaborating closely with the Associate Director of SEO, you will ensure our content strategy aligns with SEO best practices while maintaining high standards of quality and engagement. This fully remote position offers a dynamic work environment that values creativity and cultural consciousness. If you're passionate about storytelling and fostering a collaborative team spirit, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Editor or similar role in digital publishing.
• Strong understanding of SEO and exceptional writing/editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Edit and publish 8-10 articles and 5-10 web stories daily.
• Manage and mentor a team of writers, providing constructive feedback.

Skills

Leadership Skills

SEO Principles

Writing and Editing

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Asana

WordPress CMS

Job description

Blavity, Inc. is a venture-funded media and technology company, founded in 2014 around a simple idea: enable Black millennials to tell their own stories. Today, we are home to the largest network of platforms and lifestyle brands serving the multifaceted lives of Black millennials & Gen Z through original content, video, unique experiences, and product solutions. Blavity Inc. has evolved into a market leader for Black media, reaching 250 million users per month through our growing brand portfolio, including Blavity, Blavity360º, AfroTech, Talent Infusion, 21Ninety, Travel Noire, Home & Texture, and Blavity House Party. Our Blavity, Inc. employee community is composed of passionate, energetic, and culturally conscious individuals working together to deliver value to each other, the company, and our clients. We are always searching for new additions to our community that will help us continue to scale, contribute meaningfully to our culture, and advance our strategic direction.

Job Summary:
Blavity Inc. is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Content Editor to join our team. This Content Editor position is a (W2) Contractor role, pivotal in ensuring the quality and effectiveness of our content across multiple brands. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, an eye for detail, and a passion for guiding SEO writers to produce their best work across multiple brands. This role requires close collaboration with writers and the Associate Director of SEO to execute our SEO strategy effectively.

This role will report directly to the Associate Director of SEO.

Contractors will be responsible for providing their own equipment, including but not limited to laptop computers, cell phones, or any other electronic equipment required to perform their role.

Responsibilities:

• Edit and publish 8-10 articles and 5-10 web stories daily
• Support the pitch process as needed
• Manage and mentor a team of writers, providing constructive feedback to help them improve their skills and produce high-quality content
• Plan ahead proactively to ensure content aligns with special events and holidays
• Ensure all content meets our high standards for accuracy, readability, and engagement
• Work closely with the Associate Director of SEO to ensure content aligns with our SEO strategy

Qualifications:

• Education: N/A
• Required Experience:
  • Proven experience as an Editor or similar role, preferably in digital publishing
  • Strong understanding of SEO principles and how to apply them to content
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills with a keen eye for detail
• Preferred Experience:
  • Experience as a people manager
• Technologies: Fluent in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Asana, and WordPress CMS
• Additional Qualifications:
  • Excellent leadership and people management skills
  • Ability to provide constructive feedback and foster a positive, collaborative team environment
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Independent, entrepreneurial self-starter who is comfortable taking on a high level of responsibility
  • Motivated to work hard in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent communication and analytical skills
  • A healthy appreciation of GIFs and Black culture

Details:

• This is a fully remote, U.S.-based role. Occasional travel may be required.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Candidates must be available to work in alignment with the Eastern Time Zone.
• The hourly rate for this role is $25/hour, 25 - 29 hours per week.

Blavity is committed to creating a diverse environment free of discrimination and harassment, and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Blavity is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, HIV Status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.