Deputy Editor

New York City, NY
Permanent
Full-time

1 month ago
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MovieWeb’s editorial team is looking for an aspiring Deputy Editor to oversee site leadership.The ideal candidate will be prepared to take charge of a team and manage every aspect of it with the intention of growing it into a self-sustaining initiative. We will be relying on the selected candidate to apply their expertise in driving traffic, expanding coverage, improving article quality, and managing/growing the MovieWeb brand, and help us achieve our ambitious goal of becoming a pillar among entertainment websites.Responsibilities

Participate in both team and site leadership:
Liaise with parent company Valnet’s operations team regarding progress and challenges
Maintain editorial vision while striving to achieve business goals
Work with site leads to implement a plan for sustained growth
Continuously audit the site to identify areas to capitalize on, or those that need improvement
Propose and implement effective solutions for achieving the ambitious site output, traffic and revenue targets
Content planning:
Leverage reporting tools to research and identify topics and that will drive traffic
Master data-driven decision making
Assign stories to writers/editors; track progress
Manage editorial publishing calendar, plan editorial coverage for off-peak hours
Fill gaps writing and editing as needed
Team management, development, and personnel growth support:
Liaise with HR and participate in talent acquisition efforts
Source and identify potential editor candidates

Oversee and manage writers and editors on the site

Ensure team is maintaining output targets and quality expectations; hold team accountable for missed opportunities
Build an effective team of quality editors with technical skills and industry knowledge
Provide feedback and ensure editors are adhering to MW's publication standards, and are contributing/editing the necessary amounts
Make the MW team a positive, engaging space for entertainment enthusiasts who want to contribute actively and grow with the team
Manage MovieWeb’s PR & branding efforts
Build and help maintain relationships with key industry partners
Establish trusted hosts/field reporters for delegating
Establish content plans around events and track content bundles for each
Share wins and coverage to partners
Ensure event coverage is shared on

, social channels, and LinkedInRequirements

Relevant experience in senior editing roles (managing editor, deputy editor, editor-in-chief) of a digital publication specializing in film, television and/or related content
Passion and background in all things Movies and TV
Familiarity with best practices for SEO writing, and knowledge producing content for various web traffic sources
Experience with writer management
Proven track record of growing a team, expanding coverage, and driving traffic
Experience using Google products including Sheets, Search Console, and Analytics
Strong sense of judgment and decision making capabilities while taking budgetary considerations into account
The news cycle doesn't stop - the nature of this role requires availability outside of a "normal 9-5"

Only applicants who possess the necessary skills and experience will be contacted, and only applications containing a resume will be considered. You will not be considered for the role if this information is not included. Please note that the next steps in the hiring process involve both a writing evaluation and an interview.We're looking forward to hearing from you!Powered by JazzHR

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