The Viscardi Center is hiring: Editor in Albertson

Overview

Able News at The Viscardi Center is a monthly digital periodical and news source covering the New York City and Long Island disability communities. This is an opportunity to be part of taking Able News to the next level and increase its readership. The candidate will be responsible for setting the editorial direction, overseeing the editing and publishing of all content, and managing freelance contributors. The candidate for this role should also feel comfortable being the face of the brand internally and externally on social networks, at industry events, and to partners.

What you’ll do

• Oversee all aspects of the production of the monthly digital edition: setting and sourcing content; content development and editing; directing and working with the graphic artist on the layout; proofreading; preparing copy for email blasts/website postings and managing the process with the internal IT team.
• Assign stories to freelance writers and edit submissions, as well as submissions from other outside sources, i.e. Op-eds, organizations, interns
• Write editorial content, as needed
• Attend related expos/conferences and newsworthy activities/events*
• Assist with the management/content development for social media and the website
• Work with the managing editor and Viscardi marketing team to grow the readership base and develop partnerships with organizations
• Serve as main point of contact to receive/review press releases/written submissions from outside entities
• Monitor and act on news trends and opportunities
• Work collaboratively with sales representative regarding advertising leads and advertisers

Qualifications & Education

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in editing and/or writing, along with a passion for disability news and a commitment to helping more people understand and access related resources. This role requires excellent communication, writing, and computer skills, as well as the ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams is essential, along with experience managing social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. A bachelor’s or graduate degree in English, journalism, or a related field is required. Candidates must also be flexible to accommodate some local travel and work occasional evenings or weekends.