News Update Editor, Martha Stewart
This assignment posting is for an Agency Worker opportunity with Dotdash Meredith. The Agency Worker is paid by a staffing agency employer. Agency Workers will receive a W2 from the staffing agency reporting their earnings for tax purposes.
Dotdash Meredith is looking for a remote news editor to write timely content for Martha Stewart. Successful candidates for this position should be passionate and knowledgeable about lifestyle, food, gardening, and home content, and should have morning availability in the Eastern Time Zone and commit to 15-20 hours per week.
As a digital publisher that reaches millions per month, Dotdash Meredith has the power and responsibility to create positive change. We are focusing our hiring efforts on diversity, equity, and inclusion to build a team that reflects our mission for racial equity in everything we do.
The rate of pay for this role is $25 - $28/hr. Applicants must live in the United States.
Assignment Responsibilities:
- Research and perform revisions, updates, and rewrites to content as needed according to specific project instructions and brand guidelines.
- Fact check and copy edit on top of any larger revisions and updates.
- Source and add imagery that aligns with project guidelines and brand visual style.
- Interview experts and research credible sources.
- Pitch and write timely news content for publication.
Skills/Experience:
- At least 3 years experience writing or editing for home and lifestyle brands, preferably for a digital brand or magazine.
- You have a strong editorial background in home design, home renovation, gardening, food, entertaining, cleaning/organizing, and/or crafts.
- You’re able to easily adopt an established brand voice, and you adhere to strict brand and style guidelines like a pro.
- Comfortable with content management systems, including Wordpress.
- Detail-oriented and able to work efficiently, independently, and accurately.
- Experience interviewing expert sources.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- You are comfortable working remotely.
- You have access to a smartphone, computer (not a tablet), and a secure internet connection.
About Us:
Dotdash Meredith is the largest digital and print publisher in America. From mobile to magazines, nearly 200 million people trust us to help them make decisions, take action, and find inspiration. Dotdash Meredith’s over 40 iconic brands include PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, Food & Wine, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, and Southern Living.
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