Optimisation Editor

The Independent; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Independent is seeking freelance editors to join the optimisation team and cover shifts with flexible hours. You will bring strong editorial judgement, a solid understanding of digital audiences and a knack for what makes content perform, with a particular focus on SEO and audience growth.

You'll work with editorial teams to spot opportunities, optimise headlines and content, and help build reach. The role is freelance and shift-based, offering plenty of flexibility.

Qualifications

• Strong editorial judgement and good taste.
• Understanding of digital audiences.
• Focus on SEO and content performance.

Responsibilities

• Spot opportunities and optimise headlines.
• Work with editorial teams to grow reach.
• Balance speed and quality on shift-based assignments.

Skills

Editorial judgement

SEO

Audience understanding

Job description

Journo opportunity: Looking for editors to work shifts with the optimisation team at The Independent.

We're looking for people with strong editorial judgement, an understanding of digital audiences and a good eye for what makes content perform.

The role is a mix of audience/desk skills, working with a great team to build reach. A particular focus on SEO and audience. Working closely with editorial teams to spot opportunities, optimise headlines and content.

The work is freelance and shift-based, so plenty of flexibility.

Posted by: Richard Booth, Head of Growth