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Assistant Digital and Audience Editor Job at Nashville Public Radio in Washingto

Nashville Public Radio · Washington, DC, USA · Remote ·

Job type:
Full Time

Key responsibilities

Editing and maintaining the Guardian's US and international homepages on web and apps as directed by the digital editor

Ensuring Guardian style is adhered to and quality of the homepages and featured stories are maintained to a high standard

Sending breaking news alerts when required, which includes Apple News and email newsletters

Coordinating with third-party publishing partners, such as Apple News, to ensure coverage reaches audiences across platforms.

Overseeing live blogs when required

Using analytics tools to inform decisions over homepage content

Liaising with the digital editing team, newsdesks, section editors, design, visuals, video, community and audience teams to ensure the best possible expression of the Guardian's digital output

Audience insights and communication: share key audience insights with the newsroom through daily emails, helping editorial staff stay informed about trends and reader behavior

About You

At least 3-5 years' experience of editing homepages and articles, excellent writing skills and news judgment

Proven track record of analyzing audience trends and clearly communicating insights to journalists

Significant experience of a live newsroom at a national or international news organization

Strong understanding of digital tools and content management systems

Understanding and knowledge of analytics, search and other measurements of digital audience and targets

Strong knowledge of analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Chartbeat

Deep understanding of digital journalism trends, internet culture and communities, as well as distribution strategies

A firm grasp of the Guardian's brand and editorial identity and a strong understanding of the US news media landscape

The ability to unpack a story's success or difficulties in engaging readers and offer recommendations for future improvements

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in both remote and in-person team environments, fostering collaboration across departments

Compensation and benefits

25 days of vacation leave in addition to 12 company holidays

Unlimited sick time

Employee Assistance Programs

401(k) Match

Subsidized healthcare coverage including medical, vision, and dental

Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts

Generous parental leave with 100% pay

Long Term and Short Term Disability insurance

Life insurance

Commuter benefitsl

Work/Life balance: Flexible hybrid schedule

The Guardian is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, national origin, ethnic origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in its employment policies. In addition, the Guardian will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people at the Guardian. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future.

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