Digital Editor - National Geographic
Jetzt bewerben Später bewerben Job ID 10114358 Standort Washington, Washington, D.C. Veröffentlichungsdatum 05/03/2025 Unternehmen National GeographicJob-Zusammenfassung:
The Digital Editor contributes to and executes on National Geographic’s visually rich and scientifically sourced digital storytelling. This editing role makes data-informed content decisions that drive results by creating relevant, timely, and conversation-worthy content with a National Geographic lens across platforms.
The editor will spearhead content creation from planning through publication, pitching content targeted for platform-specific audiences that meet acquisition goals. They will adhere to editorial standards that drive results by being selective about story assignments, intentional with story structure, and creative in experimentation to advance the digital content offering. They should have a keen understanding for how content is consumed on different digital platforms, and specifically how it should be optimized for Search and Social platforms.
Experience with commissioning and editing stories on hard sciences, history, and/or archaeology is preferred. Ability to curate a robust network of freelancers for original and timely pitches is necessary.
While this digital editor will be expected to collaborate with editors across the entire editorial operation to adhere to digital best practices, they may also be called upon to host or contribute to social video explainers. The editor should be tuned into the daily conversation on their beat as well as able to commission pieces on trends and innovations in their field.
Responsibilities:
Pitch and suggest framing for pitches at regularly scheduled pitch meetings
Identify stories that align with each of our KPIs as well as topic areas within science and/or history and archaeology to experiment with
Build and maintain freelance network of writers
Participate in regular digital editorial pitch meetings throughout the week, being a leader in the conversation and executing on decisions
Collaborate with the Digital Engagement Team to advance editorial Search strategy, craft headlines and try new digital tactics
Collaborate with the Editorial Newsletter team to drive subscriptions and reader engagement
Regularly collaborate with the Social team on digital content ideas, as well as bigger digital projects in alignment with the Social team
Meet weekly with Manager of Digital Editorial for constant feedback on performance and what new topic areas or formats to experiment with
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum of 3 years of editorial experience in digital publishing.
Strong background in editing with a broad knowledge of search engine optimization and Proven track record of irresistible headline writing are musts.
Future-forward digital editing skills
Experience using data-driving tools
Ability to evolve story ideas out of brainstorms
Ability to write digitally optimized headlines and text
Highly developed ability to recognize and create story ideas, including ideas with major visual and multimedia componentsCommitment to diversity and inclusion unflappability and a cheerful attitude under Publishing pressures the ability to work cooperatively with a variety of personalities
Preferred Skills:
Previous experience creating content for social media
Keen sense of the competitive media landscape, tried tactics and industry trends
an understanding of priorities and demands of a large umbrella company, such as The Walt Disney Company
Proven patience working effectively within an ever-changing environment
Experience with social video ideation and promotion
Expertise in National Geographic’s core subject areas
Education Required:
Bachelor’s Degree (preferably with a concentration in journalism, and/or digital media)
*Please note, this role is in office 4x/week (Monday – Thursday, working from home on Friday) in Washington, DC
The hiring range for this position in Washington D.C. is $78,200.00 to $104,800.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
Über National Geographic:
National Geographic Partners LLC (NGP), ein Joint Venture zwischen Disney und der National Geographic Society, hat es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, der Welt erstklassige Wissenschafts-, Abenteuer- und Explorationsinhalte über ein konkurrenzloses Portfolio von Media Assets zu bieten. NGP kombiniert die globalen Fernsehsender von National Geographic (National Geographic Channel, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Nat Geo PEOPLE) mit den medien- und verbraucherorientierten Vermögenswerten von National Geographic, einschließlich National Geographic-Magazinen, National Geographic-Studios, verwandten digitalen und sozialen Medienplattformen, Büchern, Karten, Kindermedien und Nebentätigkeiten wie Reisen, globale Erfahrungen und Veranstaltungen, Archivverkauf, Lizenzierung und E-Commerce. Die Förderung des Wissens und des Verständnisses unserer Welt ist seit 131 Jahren der Kernzweck von National Geographic und jetzt sind wir entschlossen, tiefer zu gehen, Grenzen zu überschreiten, für unsere Verbraucher weiter zu gehen ... und Millionen von Menschen auf der ganzen Welt in 172 Ländern und 43 Sprachen jeden Monat zu erreichen, wie wir es bereits tun. NGP gibt 27 % unseres Erlöses an die gemeinnützige National Geographic Society zurück, um Arbeiten in den Bereichen Wissenschaft, Forschung, Naturschutz und Bildung zu finanzieren.
Über The Walt Disney Company:
Die Walt Disney Company ist zusammen mit ihren Tochtergesellschaften und verbundenen Unternehmen ein führendes, diversifiziertes internationales Familienunterhaltungs- und Medienunternehmen mit folgenden Geschäftsbereichen: Disney Entertainment, ESPN sowie Disney Experiences. Von seinen bescheidenen Anfängen als Zeichentrickfilmstudio in den 1920er Jahren bis zu seiner aktuellen Vorreiterrolle in der Unterhaltungsindustrie trägt Disney stolz sein Erbe weiter und bietet Geschichten und Erlebnisse von Weltklasse, die alle Familienmitglieder bezaubern. Disneys Geschichten, Figuren und Abenteuer erreichen Verbraucher und Gäste aus allen Teilen der Welt. Gemeinsam schaffen unsere Mitarbeiter und Darsteller aus Niederlassungen in über 40 Ländern der Welt Unterhaltungserlebnisse, die sowohl auf globaler Ebene als auch im heimischen Umfeld begeistern.
Diese Position ist bei National Geographic Partners PAY SVC, das Teil eines Geschäftssegments ist, das wir National Geographic nennen.