What are the responsibilities and job description for the Digital Editor position at Delaware Today?
*All candidates must submit a brief cover letter, resume, relevant work samples, and salary requirements in order to be considered*
Delaware Today is looking for an ambitious, collaborative digital editor who's comfortable with the ins and outs of content management and web writing; can take direction as well as offer constructive input; is familiar with Delaware and loves to explore everything from food to entertainment; is well-rounded not only in their skillset but their own personal tastes and interests; is forward-thinking and has a passion for digital storytelling.
In a nutshell, we need someone who can cover Delaware with a passion. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear more.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Write content for delawaretoday.com.
- Publish articles and written content to delawaretoday.com and weddingstodaymag.com websites using a content management system as needed.
- Create and send several weekly editorial email newsletters using HubSpot.
- Manage all social media accounts, including Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, and Instagram, and work to expand our follower base and engagement.
- Assist in promoting magazine events on the website and social media platforms.
- Handle general website maintenance, including monitoring analytics and updating our digital calendar, business listings, homepage splash and magazine info pages.
- Build webpages for online-exclusive editorial, advertorial and sponsored content pieces.
Desired skills:
- One to two years of experience in digital journalism and editing
- Familiarity with HTML and content management systems
- Familiarity with Photoshop and video editing software
- Social media savvy; should know how to use social media to market content and promote magazine events
- Knowledge of SEO best practices
- Proven multitasking ability on disparate tasks
- Clear, effective communication and a cool head under pressure
- A demonstrated sense of what makes something newsworthy and relevant to our audience
- Most importantly, the ability to take direction and run with it
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must be able to work full-time in our office in Wilmington, DE. No relocation assistance provided. Must be able to work occasional night and weekend hours during Delaware Today events (typically 5-6 events a year).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Employees must sign into a COVID pre-screen app each day they plan to be in the office. Today Media offices are currently operating under a hybrid schedule. Unvaccinated individuals must wear a mask in the office.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Writing Skills: 1 year (Required)
- Editing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Social Media: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location