Programming & Engagement Editor, Entertainment Weekly
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New York City, NY - USA
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Job Summary
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Programming & Engagement Editor Entertainment WeeklyJob Description
About The Position
Entertainment Weekly is looking for a programming editor who will be responsible for the brands newsletters and notification program. The programming editor will be responsible for creating writing and deploying newsletters as well as sending out alerts via browser notifications and Apple News notifications. The programming editor will also dig into real-time and historical analytics to create informed programming plans and track performance.
This role will be crucial in helping Entertainment Weekly expand their growing newsletter and notifications programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong news sense a deep interest in pop culture excellent decision-making skills and a good sense of urgency around breaking news.
Hybrid 3x a week- New York City
In-office Expectations: This position is hybrid in-office with the ability to work remotely for up to 2 days per week.
About The Team
Entertainment Weekly is the premier destination for all things pop culture delivering trusted engaging coverage of television movies music books streaming and celebrity culture. With a sharp editorial voice and deep industry expertise Entertainment Weekly connects audiences to the stories talent and moments shaping entertainment. Across digital social newsletters and video EW informs and entertains passionate fans who turn to the brand to stay ahead of whats worth watching listening to and talking about.
The programming team at People Inc. oversees the newsletter notification and reader experience for PEOPLE Entertainment Weekly and InStyle. We work directly with our brands editorial team to develop new ways to package and bring content to some of our most engaged readers. Our team is focused on not just delivering news as quickly as possible to readers but also creating the most engaging experience possible to keep readers coming back for more.
About The Positions Contributions:
Weight % Accountabilities Actions and Expected Measurable Results
80% - Planning editing and deploying newsletters including scheduled newsletters and breaking news newsletters.
10% - Planning writing and deploying browser and Apple News notifications
5% - Working with editorial team on timing of content for promotion and providing insights into newsletter homepage and notification performance.
5% - Using real-time and historical analytics to inform programming decisions. Creating traffic reports for wider team.
The Roles Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements
Education:
Bachelors degree and/or equivalent experience.
Experience:
At least 2 years of experience working for a media organization
Specific Knowledge Skills Certifications and Abilities:
Excellent writing and editing skills particularly in the news space.
Deep knowledge of pop culture.
Google Suite (Gmail Google Docs Google Sheets).
Familiarity with using analytics tools (ex: Google Analytics Chartbeat Parsley etc.).
Excellent organization and communication skills.
Familiarity with digital CMS social media publishing platforms or email service providers (ex: Iterable CheetahMail etc.).
Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a rapid quick news environment.
% Travel Required (Approximate): 0
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Salary: New York: $67000.00 - $67000.00The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to work location experience and performance. The range listed is just one component of People Incs total compensation package for employees. Other compensation may include annual bonuses and short- and long-term incentives.In additionPeople Inc. provides to employees (and their eligible family members) a variety of benefits including medical dental vision prescription drug coverage unlimited paid time off (PTO) adoption or surrogate assistance donation matching tuition reimbursement basic life insurance basic accidental death & dismemberment supplemental life insurance supplemental accident insurance commuter benefits short term and long term disability health savings and flexible spending accounts family care benefits a generous 401K savings plan with a company match program 10-12 paid holidays annually and generous paid parental leave (birthing and non-birthing parents) all of which may vary depending on the specific nature of your employment with People Inc. and your work location. We also offer voluntary benefits such as pet insurance accident critical and hospital indemnity health insurance coverage life and disability insurance.
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