News Updates Editor, Southern Living

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 editor to update and write timely content for Southern Living. As a news update editor, you will evaluate and update content, and work in the CMS to make those updates. Successful candidates for this position will be passionate and knowledgeable about home, garden, and other lifestyle content, and have morning availability in the Central Time Zone.

 

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.

 

Assignment Responsibilities: 

 

We are looking for editors who can commit to at least 5 hours of work per week. The rate of pay for this role is $28-30/hr. Applicants must live in the United States.

• Research and perform revisions, updates, and rewrites to content as needed according to specific project instructions and brand guidelines
• Pitch and write timely news content for publication on Southern Living.

 

Skills/Experience:

 

• At least 2 years experience writing or editing home or lifestyle media, preferably for a news publication or magazine 
• Comfortable with internet research and creating/tracking Google alerts
• Journalism experience required
• Strong writing and editing skills, with an ability to adopt an established brand voice and adhere to style guidelines 
• Comfortable with content management systems, including Wordpress
• Detail-oriented and able to work efficiently, independently, and accurately
• Comfortable working remotely
• Access to a smartphone, computer (not a tablet), and a secure internet connection
• A passion for Southern culture, regional food news, and Southern celebrities

 

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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