Job Description
The Daily Chronicle is seeking a visionary Senior Digital Editor to lead our award-winning newsroom in the heart of New York City. In this pivotal role, you will bridge the gap between traditional journalism and modern digital storytelling. You will shape the narrative voice of our brand, ensuring every story not only informs but engages our diverse audience across all digital platforms.
We are looking for a creative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, possesses a sharp editorial eye, and understands the nuances of SEO-driven content. If you are passionate about truth, clarity, and digital innovation, we want to hear from you.
What You Will Do:
- Lead the daily digital news cycle, from assignment to publication, ensuring high-quality standards.
- Oversee the SEO strategy for the newsroom, optimizing headlines and content for maximum visibility.
- Collaborate closely with reporters and photographers to craft compelling multimedia stories.
- Manage a team of junior editors and copywriters, providing mentorship and performance feedback.
- Maintain and enforce the publication's style guide (AP Style).
- Analyze web traffic and audience engagement metrics to refine content strategies.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily digital news cycle, from assignment to publication, ensuring high-quality standards.
- Lead the SEO strategy for the newsroom, optimizing headlines and content for maximum visibility.
- Collaborate closely with reporters and photographers to craft compelling multimedia stories.
- Manage a team of junior editors and copywriters, providing mentorship and performance feedback.
- Maintain and enforce the publication's style guide (AP Style).
- Analyze web traffic and audience engagement metrics to refine content strategies.
- Stay abreast of emerging digital trends and technologies to keep the platform innovative.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in digital journalism or content editing.
- Proven track record of managing a high-volume newsroom or editorial team.
- Strong command of English grammar, syntax, and digital writing styles.
- Expert knowledge of SEO best practices and content management systems (CMS) like WordPress.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and perform well under pressure.
- Experience with multimedia storytelling (video, audio, interactive graphics).
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.