Audience Engagement Editor
Req #22230
Our current portfolio of media assets includes USA TODAY, local media organizations in 46 states in the U.S., and Newsquest, a wholly owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom with more than 120 local news media brands. Gannett also owns the digital marketing services companies ReachLocal, Inc., UpCurve, Inc., and WordStream, Inc., which are marketed under the LOCALiQ brand, and runs the largest media-owned events business in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.
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The Columbus Dispatch, Ohio's capital city news organization, is looking for an energetic, transformational digital editor who can help us grow our online audiences. We're looking for someone who can help guide the newsroom on the top trending news stories, the best opportunities for newsletters and other tools to reach new audiences, and best SEO practices. The ideal candidate makes good use of metrics to lead the newsroom to produce the right stories for the right platforms. This person also guides the staff on social media opportunities. The Dispatch is part of the USA TODAY NETWORK.
Required knowledge and skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or equivalent in experience and education, or college degree in related field.
- 5 years of reporting experience, which could include freelancing or internships.
- Experience with analytic tools
- Proven experience with SEO and social media strategies.
- Exceptional core journalism skills, particularly reporting and writing.
- Effective communicator; able to get along with diverse personalities.
- Data reporting knowledge and experience helpful.
- Video and podcast editing is a plus
- An ability to multitask
- Knows how to use time effectively in an always-on workday.
- Works collaboratively within a cross-functional environment.
Duties include:
- Using metrics to help determine which stories to pursue
- Identifying top trending topics and developing strategies to cover them
- Shaping strategy to attract new audiences, including newsletters and social media
- Helping to determine strategy on big enterprise and investigative stories
- Improving headlines and content using the best SEO practices
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Other details
- Job Family Editors of Frontline Journalists
- Job Function Consumer
- Pay Type Salary