Associate Editor, HISTORY.com
A+E Networks
New York, NYThis is a Full Time Job
Job Description
ROLE: Associate Editor, HISTORY.com
A+E Global Media seeks a versatile Associate Editor to update, line edit and sometimes write stories about history for HISTORY.com. This role will assist Editors with special projects, contribute ideas for new content, including games and help produce content in the content management system. Ideal candidate will have one to three years of experience in editorial publishing, a strong sense of teamwork and flexibility to work in an ever-evolving media landscape.
MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Content Creation:
• Update and optimize existing stories
• Suggest content ideas based on site traffic and research
• Assign and edit games
• Line edit, provide second reads for new content
• Write updates to existing stories
• Write new, reported stories, as needed
• Handle photos and video research needs
• build stories in CMS
Cross-Team Collaboration
• Communicate with other editors, answering requests in a timely fashion
• Maintain awareness of video, show, social and marketing priorities
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
• 1-3 years or more editing/publishing experience
• General project management / organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• General familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Familiarity with SEO strategy
Salary/Benefits
$33.85 - $38.92 /hour USD
Compensation for the role will be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience.
Benefits
• Healthcare coverage
• 401(k) matching
Additional Information
A+E Global Media is a global media and entertainment company, formed as a joint venture between the Hearst Corporation and The Walt Disney Company. The company's mission is to create illuminating and entertaining content for a diverse audience by meeting them wherever and however they consume media. A+E Global Media fosters a collaborative work environment, with employees working in the office three times per week, and values diversity, representation, flexibility, and kindness. The company has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Midsize Employers and by Newsweek as one of America's Most Loved Workplaces, as well as for its commitment to diversity, LGBTQ, and women employees.
