Digital Editor, Federal News Network Job at Hubbard Broadcasting in Washington

Description

• Copy edit and publish reporters' daily stories.
• Ensure we deliver first-rate and innovative storytelling through proven digital techniques.
• Use analytics platforms to monitor and improve digital engagement.
• Demonstrate sound editorial judgment, including an understanding of institutional journalistic guidelines on ethics, tone and subject matter and a passion to bring good storytelling to digital and broadcast audiences.
• Find appropriate story images from approved sources.
• Ensure all content is optimized for SEO; work closely with the editorial staff on best practices for online readership and engagement.
• Plan and send email newsletter and push notifications. Test new ways to reach readers directly.
• Ensure our platforms and content are reader-friendly. Work in partnership with digital development team to increase user experience factors (i.e. load time, mobile friendliness).
• Follow emerging digital trends in digital journalism and social media. Be willing to experiment with and suggest new strategies and share findings with editorial team and/or larger management team as needed.
• Occasionally write news stories or fill in for reporters, including filing audio reports and writing short news items.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in journalism, mass communications with a focus in interactive or multimedia journalism (preferred).
• Experience writing, copy editing and proofing for AP Style in a digital publishing environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Comfort with actively communicating with teams across the organization.
• Demonstrable experience in media-focused digital engagement, including but not limited to social media, newsletters, surveys and other engagement campaigns.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, breaking news situations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office/Microsoft 365, WordPress.
• Familiarity with or ability to quickly learn analytics tools, SEO techniques, and other digital tools. Familiarity or experience with Adobe Creative Suite preferred, but training is available.
• Work in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative rapport with staff, management and clients.
• Project an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to work established schedule and other hours as needed.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
  • Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to manipulate computer keys and general office equipment (telephone, copier, calculator, etc.) for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to hear and speak clearly and follow both oral and written direction.
  • The Company may make reasonable accommodations to facilitate the ability to perform essential job functions.

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