• Job Description

  Req#: R0009887

  Work Locations: With the exception of some select roles that have in-office requirements, A+E Global Media operates on a flexible model that allows for remote, hybrid or full time in office work (in certain locales).

  Office locations include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Stamford, CT.

  Our list of eligible states in which employees may work remotely includes: California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

  
  

  Division Story

  Creativity and collaboration are at the heart of the A+E Global Media Digital Content & Platforms team. Our Company mission and vision is to create illuminating and entertaining content for the most expansive audience possible by meeting audiences wherever and however they consume content, and this team is key to meeting that North Star. We are passionate about using technology in fresh ways and shaping narratives – from the first spark of an idea to their final digital form. As an employee of A+E Global Media, you’ll be part of a global media and entertainment company that values diversity, representation, flexibility and kindness. In fact, Forbes named us one of America’s Best Midsize Employers for consecutive years, and Newsweek named us in their list of America’s Most Loved Workplaces, as well as their list of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity, LGBTQ+ and Women employees.

  Job Description

  THE ROLE: EDITOR, WEBSITES (2 POSITIONS)

  A+E Global Media s eek s two versatile, nimble E ditor s to line edit and assign article s for its websites. One editor will focus on history content for History.com and one will focus on crime content for AETV.com. The Editors will help fill our content library with fascinating, approachable and factually reliable stories. Stories may range from features and quick-hit news pieces to encyclopedic articles. Th ese job s are primarily focused on editing text. Both roles require working quickly, accurately, and creatively to bring stories to life , and the ability to look for new opportunities to build conversation with our audience. These positions report to Senior Editor s .

  MORE ABOUT WHAT YOU’LL DO:

  • Edit stories to improve narrative and precision

  • Ensure a compelling story structure that puts the reader first

  • Build stories in the CMS, deciding what related content will create a strong on-page experience

  • Ensure discoverability, eg SEO and sharable headlines

  • Work with w riters to develop ideas

  • Assist or build newsletters , social posts or special content

  • Take into account metrics to improve our content

  • Evolve these roles as the changing landscape de m ands

  BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum five years text editing experience at an authoritative website, preferably with daily deadlines

  • BA/BS degree in related disciple is preferred

  THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

  • Proficiency with a CMS

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Demonstrated track record of teamwork and collaboration; lone wolves need not apply

  • Strong portfolio of relevant work

  • Deep understanding of journalistic standards and practices, including knowledge of how to assess the credibility and reliability of sources

  • Interest in history, crime, and popular culture

  • Be ve r y comfortable with change and moving fast to do things differently

  Compensation

  Hourly Pay Range: $38.99 - $44.83

  Annual Incentive Target: 5%

  
  

  The annual/hourly pay range displayed serves as a good faith estimate of the

  minimum and maximum base pay range for this role. Compensation for the role will

  be based on a number of different factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills,

  competencies, location, and experience. A+E offers a competitive total compensation

  package, which includes healthcare coverage, 401k matching, and a range of other benefits. Learn more at www.aegm.com/careers.

  
  

  A+E Global Media proudly provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants, and makes employment decisions consistent with this principle. The company’s employment actions and decisions – including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, demotion, compensation, transfer, layoff, and termination – are made without regard to an employee’s race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin, ancestry, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, alienage or citizenship status, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, family and medical leave status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
  A+E Global Media is a joint venture of the Hearst Corporation and The Walt Disney Company.
  We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.

• About the company

  A&E Networks is an American multinational broadcasting company that is a joint venture between Hearst Communications and Disney Media Networks, a business segment of The Walt Disney Company.

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