Senior Editor, Brides

Dotdash Meredith
New York: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, New York, New York
225 Liberty Street (Show on map)
Sep 19, 2024
Job Title Senior Editor, Brides Job Description About the Position \| Major goals and objectives and location requirements The Beauty, Style, and Entertainment group at Dotdash Meredith is seeking a full-time Senior Editor for Brides. We are looking for a digital-savvy candidate with experience writing and editing fashion, beauty, and general women's lifestyle content. While previous wedding-specific experience is not required (but considered a major plus!), an interest in the content category is essential. In this role, you will report to the Associate Editorial Director of Brides and work closely with our Senior Editorial Director, Editor, Associate Editor, and social media team. You will be responsible for creating and/or editing two to three stories per day, will work with a roster of freelance writers, and will manage a portion of the editorial content budget as well as own at least one tentpole project each year. You'll work closely with the editorial team and our growth partners to update existing content using SEO best practices, assign, edit, and/or write new content, and contribute to big-picture projects. You may also assist with writing and/or editing celebrity news content as well as ad hoc editorial duties. Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment and a can-do attitude is a must. Hybrid 3x a week- (New York City) In-office Expectations: This position is hybrid in-office, with the ability to work remotely for up to 2 days per week. About The Team: \| The Team and/or Brand. Brides, the go-to wedding resource for over 90 years, is a digital-only publication where every couple, every wedding, and every love is celebrated. Whether you are a soon-to-be-wed, newlywed, wedding party member, or guest, we are so excited to be on this journey with you About The Positions Contributions Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results 70% Write, update, or assign/edit two to four stories per day, including new creates and growth-driven editorialupdates. Creating and updating content will also require photo research, expert outreach, and art requests. 10% Plan content budget and create content briefs/writing assignments for freelance writers. 10% Manage tentpole project and related tasks. 5% Pull and analyze data around content creates and updates. 5% Network with wedding industry professionals. The Role's Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements \| All must be met to be considered. Education: Bachelors' degree in Journalism or related field, or equivalent experience Experience: 5+ years of editorial staff experience in digital media, ideally with a focus on general lifestyle content or weddings Specific Knowledge, Skills, Certifications and Abilities: Strong writing, editing, and brainstorming skills An understanding of SEO best practices and willingness to learn/implement the latest evergreen strategies Previous experience in digital publishing tools like content management systems, as well as organizational and task management tools like Google Sheets, Airtable, Google Analytics, and SemRush A strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask Previous experience or a vested interest in weddings-related content % Travel Required (Approximate): 0 It is the policy of Dotdash Meredith to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.Accommodation requests can be made by emailing ddm.hr@dotdashmdp.com. The Company participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees Pay Range Salary: New York: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Dotdash Meredith's total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses, and short- and long-term incentives. In addition,Dotdash Meredith provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, basic accidental death & dismemberment, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short term and long term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program, 10-12 paid holidays annually, and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents), all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with Dotdash Meredith and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident, critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance. #NMG#