Music Deputy Editor

Screen Rant; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Music Deputy Editor to lead their music vertical. This exciting role involves spearheading a team of writers, driving content quality, and expanding coverage in the vibrant world of music. The ideal candidate will have a deep passion for music, a proven track record in senior editing roles, and the ambition to elevate the site as a premier destination for music enthusiasts. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating engaging content and fostering personal growth within a collaborative environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced editorial setting and are ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in digital publication specializing in music content is essential.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and develop a team of writers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of writers, focusing on growth and quality.
• Research and identify topics to drive traffic and improve coverage.

Skills

Content Writing

Team Management

SEO

Google Analytics

Image Editing

Education

Relevant experience in Senior Editing roles

Tools

Google Analytics

Job description

Note: mass applying will result in an immediate disqualification from consideration for any role. Choose one that coincides the most with your writing. Visit screenrant.com to review your familiarity with our topics before applying.

ScreenRant is the #1 Entertainment website that publishes the latest news on Movies, TV, Gaming, Comic Books, Anime, and WWE! Our Editorial Team is looking for an aspiring Music Deputy Editor to oversee site leadership in our music vertical. We pride ourselves on encouraging developmental opportunities from within, and we look forward to your application. Please note that ScreenRant has a zero tolerance policy for the use of AI to produce content for the site.

Responsibilities:

• Spearhead and manage a team of Writers with the intention of growing it into a self-sustaining initiative offering team management, development, and personal growth support.
• Apply your expertise in content writing, driving traffic, expanding coverage, improving article quality, and growing the website.
• Liaise with the in-house Valnet Resource Team regarding team progress, challenges, and needs.
• Attend daily Editorial Pitch meetings, providing pitch feedback while maintaining an editorial vision.
• Ensure Editors are adhering to ScreenRant’s publication guidelines.
• Lead weekly staff meetings to communicate progress on traffic goals, sitewide initiatives, and updates.
• Lead weekly model meetings with Valnet supervisors to communicate staff bandwidth, traffic goals progress, and output initiatives.
• Create and implement a plan for sustained growth with solutions as needed.
• Audit the site to determine strengths and weaknesses.
• Research and identify topics focused on driving traffic using Google Analytics and other data sources, finding ways to improve our current coverage.
• Source stories for the Writers and Editors, while maintaining and optimizing a robust catalog of music articles.
• Liaise with Talent Acquisition by identifying Editor candidates, conducting interviews where needed, and approving Written Samples.
• Stay up to date with training and onboarding.
• Ensure your team of Writers and Editors are maintaining output targets and quality expectations, managing their internal development.
• Create a positive and engaging team dynamic for music enthusiasts who want to grow with the team.

Must Have’s:

• Ambitious energy and drive to develop ScreenRant into a pillar of entertainment websites.
• Relevant experience in Senior Editing roles (Managing Director, Deputy Editor, Editor In Chief) of a digital publication specializing in music content.
• An innate passion for all things music, and writing about it.
• Image editing, SEO, and Google Analytics skills.
• Experience managing a team of freelancers with a proven track record of growing that team while expanding coverage and driving traffic.

Interview Process:

• Resume and Application Questionnaire review.
• Interview with the Talent Acquisition Lead.