I. Job Summary | The Associate Editor will be a hybrid writer and editor responsible for working closely with the Senior Editor, Crime and Senior News Editor, Crime 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, police investigations and trials, 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 opportunities on breaking news and true crime stories trending on social media. 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
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 developing sources 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 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
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What We Do
Dotdash Meredith is America’s largest digital and print publisher. Our 40+ iconic and fast-growing brands harness the best intent-driven content, the fastest sites, and the fewest ads to help nearly 200 million people every month, including 95 percent of US women, make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. Dotdash Meredith brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, FOOD & WINE, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, Southern Living and more.
Why Work With Us
Dotdash Meredith has a people-first mentality - our audience, our employees, our teams. We take our role of providing the best content across the best brands very seriously and we are always looking to make sure that our teams have the space to be creative, innovate and try out new things.
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