Digital Editor Job at Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation in Missoula

Digital Editor The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) is a mission-driven non‑profit dedicated to ensuring the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat, and our hunting heritage. Since 1984, we have helped conserve nearly one square mile of elk country every day. In partnership with others, we have conserved or enhanced more than 9.1 million acres, improving public access to 1.6 million acres. By 2030, our impact will extend to 10 million acres. Job Summary The Digital Editor works closely with department leadership and relevant departments to support the delivery of engaging, high‑quality storytelling content on RMEF’s digital platforms, social media sites, and email campaigns. The ideal candidate combines strong short‑form content writing and editing skills with SEO and keyword research experience to promote RMEF projects, initiatives, and campaigns in the digital space. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and/or experience and demonstrated ability in journalism, digital communications or marketing, or a related field. Experience creating and editing digital and social media content for a professional publication, website, or commercially successful brand. Strong short‑form writing and editing skills, as well as SEO and keyword research experience. Location This position is based at RMEF’s headquarters office in Missoula, Montana and requires full‑time on‑site work. Essential Functions Work with RMEF staff, volunteers, members, partners, freelance contributors, and other content creators to produce, edit, and format content for RMEF digital platforms and email. Produce digital storytelling content, primarily short form, that emphasizes and promotes key RMEF mission projects, utilizing SEO and best digital practices. Coordinate with department leadership and relevant departments to write copy and develop social media content, promoting RMEF and driving engagement across all platforms. Identify subject and content trends within the digital and social spaces, leveraging them to enhance engagement while maintaining RMEF brand standards. Stay abreast of social and political issues influencing big‑game conservation and hunting, as well as developments within the hunting, shooting, and outdoor industry, and suggest content for digital and social platforms. Collaborate with department leadership to optimize the Bugle digital edition and supplement print pieces with interactive content. Analyze performance metrics across RMEF’s digital and social platforms, present insights to department leadership, and recommend improvements to increase engagement and mission impact. Ensure that both existing and new digital content follows SEO best practices. Edit, update, and post content to RMEF.org as directed. Other duties as assigned. Supervision Of Others This position supervises the Social Media & Content Specialist position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of and belief in RMEF's mission, goals, and policies, including the biological, sociological, and political elements that shape them. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including command of grammar and Associated Press style. Proficient in creating and editing digital and social media content, optimizing for best engagement. Proficient with SEO tools, content management systems, social media management applications, and analytic platforms. Ability to develop content strategies and align content with organizational goals. Thorough understanding of popular social media platforms, and influential personalities and brands in the hunting and outdoor industry. Understanding of digital marketing practices. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines. Personal interest in and commitment to hunting. Strong commitment to collaborating with others and fostering a positive team environment. Physical Demands The employee must sit or stand for long periods of time, use a computer terminal, reach forward and to the side, bend from both standing and sitting positions, and lift items weighing various pounds. Some travel may be required, including overnight stays. Evening and weekend work may occasionally be necessary. The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr