Assistant Editor

Mashable is a media and entertainment company for superfans. We’re not for the casually curious. Our proprietary Velocity technology suite gives us the unique ability to combine creativity with data. Our entertainment series and editorial coverage are smart, clever, ambitious, in-depth and first. We devour culture and tech. Our ideas shape the future and we speak to new influencers -- the early adopters who obsess with us around the globe.

Responsibilities - Mashable is seeking a talented and experienced Assistant Editor to join its team in Los Angeles, CA. - The Assistant Editor will be responsible for editing, fact-checking and publishing stories across a wide range of subjects (tech, business, entertainment), as well as writing/scheduling social promos for stories and helping to manage the editorial flow of stories as they come in. - The Assistant Editor will provide guidance and feedback to interns, and will collaborate with reporters and other editors across all of Mashable's newsrooms --in New York, San Francisco, L.A., London and Australia.

Must Haves - Based in the Los Angeles area - 2-3+ years of professional editorial experience - Strong grasp of grammar and AP Style (+1 if you can spot the AP Style error in this posting) - Availability to work afternoon/night shift - Strong news judgment - Strong familiarity with WordPress (basic HTML) and social media tools like Twitter, Facebook, Hootsuite, etc. - Highly organized and detail-oriented - Dedicated and deadline driven - Excellent writing and communication skills - Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment