Page Six Associate Editor

Job Description :

The New York Post delivers the best in news sports entertainment and pop culture with wit irreverence and authority. Over the past 225 years The Post has evolved into a multi-platform media company spanning print digital video audio app television and commerce.

Page Six Digital is the modern evolution of the iconic gossip column delivering the latest in celebrity news entertainment and pop culture with a bold fast-paced digital edge. As the go-to destination for breaking stories exclusive scoops and viral moments Page Six has grown far beyond its print roots to become a dynamic multi-platform brand that reaches millions of readers daily across web social and video.

We are seeking a knowledgeable Associate Editor to join the Page Six digital team. The ideal candidate is a sharp savvy editor with an instinct for what makes a compelling story and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven newsroom. This role is ideal for an experienced journalist who can confidently lead coverage make quick editorial decisions and identify opportunities to grow audience engagement across platforms. The Associate Editor will play a key role in shaping Page Sixs daily news coverage from breaking celebrity news and trending stories to original reporting and SEO-driven content.

Note: the schedule for this role is Sun-Thurs 4pm-12am EST.

Responsibilities:

• Assign and edit multiple stories per day from a team of writers and reporters

• Write daily SEO-optimized news stories with speed efficiency and clean copy

• Think strategically about the daily entertainment news cycle and pitch stories to move topics forward

• Be a self-starter and feel confident in making decisions and working independently particularly at night

• Use traffic analytics (Google Analytics etc.) to help guide coverage and determine successes

• Think quickly on their feet and operate efficiently in breaking news situations

• Work with social video photo and other departments seamlessly to enhance news coverage

Qualifications:

• At least 4 years of digital newsroom experience as both a writer and editor

• Exceptional editing writing and reporting skills

• Understanding of media law and reporting on sensitive issues

• Deep understanding of celebrities and trending entertainment topics

• Strong news judgment and ability to craft enticing SEO-optimized headlines

• Knowledge of SEO best practices and social trends

• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced online news environment

• Experience using content management systems and web analytics tools

• Flexibility in covering holidays live pop culture events (i.e. Oscars Super Bowl etc.) and working outside business hours when needed

Note: The New York Post adheres to an on-site work model. NYC-based candidates will be expected to report into the office 5 days per week. Also open to LA-based candidates.

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