Ideate, pitch, and write timely news and evergreen stories about food—ingredients, techniques, tools and nutrition—that target key metrics and trending topics
Assign and edit freelance content as needed.
Create and execute multimedia, longform content packages that combine investigative journalism, compelling visual storytelling and topical subject matter
Assist other editors with SEO projects, e-commerce initiatives, social media research, and other edit programs.
Use analytics to help guide content creation.
Have a passionate understanding of the clever problem-solving ethos the Real Simple brand
Demonstrate pro-active skills for time management, engagement strategy and creative iteration.
Senior Food Editor, RealSimple.com
Job Description
I. Job Summary | Major goals and objectives.
- Ideate, pitch, and write timely news and evergreen stories about food—ingredients, techniques, tools and nutrition—that target key metrics and trending topics
- Assign and edit freelance content as needed.
- Create and execute multimedia, longform content packages that combine investigative journalism, compelling visual storytelling and topical subject matter
- Assist other editors with SEO projects, e-commerce initiatives, social media research, and other edit programs.
- Use analytics to help guide content creation.
- Have a passionate understanding of the clever problem-solving ethos the Real Simple brand
- Demonstrate pro-active skills for time management, engagement strategy and creative iteration.
II. Essential Job Functions
Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results
40% Ideate, pitch, and write timely news and evergreen stories about food
25% Assign and edit freelance content as needed
25% Create and execute multimedia, longform content packages
10% Assist other editors with SEO projects, e-commerce initiatives, social media research, and other edit programs
100%
III. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements | All must be met to be considered.
Education:
BA in journalism, English, communication, or similar field highly recommended
Experience:
5-7 years writing or editing experience, preferably for a digital platform and in the food space
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
SEO, Google News and Trends, social media, analytics tools such as Google Analytics
% Travel Required (Approximate): 10
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