Web/Newsletter Editor

Crain Communications Inc is a privately held media company producing trusted and relevant news publications, lead generation, research and data products, custom publishing and events with uncompromising integrity.

• Day to day tasks would include editing/copy editing stories written by our reporters.
• Sometimes adding art, keyword tags and Twitter material.
• Aggregating Ad Age content for our daily and weekly newsletters.
• Handling social-media management tools like Social Flow.
• Consulting with senior editors to program homepage.

Skills/Experience to Bring to the Table:

• The ideal candidate would combine old-school editing chops with modern-day know-how (and speed).

• Three to five years experience at a digital or print publication is required.

• Familiarity with the cadence of print publications isn’t necessary, but it certainly wouldn’t hurt.

• This person must be able to multitask and handle basic tools of the digital era.

• Coding skills are not necessary, but the following ones are: story sculpting; thorough copy editing and headline writing capabilities; ability to smoothly navigate a content management system; proficiency with social-media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook; ability to quickly learn and maintain house style.