Editorial Assistant

Job Description

GENERAL INFORMATION

JOB TITLE: Editorial Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Shondaland.com

REPORTS TO: Managing Editor

LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA or New York, NY

We are an award-winning media production company showcasing original storytelling through a global lens. We fearlessly challenge and entertain audiences through our television and streaming, editorial, scripted, and unscripted audio content.

The Editorial Assistant position is both a support position for the editorial team and an entry level editorial role. This person will support Shondaland.com's editorial team in their daily tasks such as updating various website pages, building stories in the CMS, pulling Getty Images when necessary, and aiding in the processing of contracts and invoices for all freelance writers. The Editorial Assistant will also assist the Site Director and the Managing Editor.

The Editorial Assistant is a highly motivated individual who keeps themselves apprised of the editorial calendar and seeks ways to always work ahead of schedule. This position reports to the Managing Editor.

THE DAILIES - YOUR IMPACT:
• Contacting writers, illustrators, and photographers to support editors as needed.
• Handling a limited number of aspects of editorial contracts and invoicing for freelance writers.
• Build written stories for publication in the content management system, including visual assets.
• Updating the website homepage on a daily basis and as needed in regard to breaking stories or content changes.
• Updating article pages and story collections (section pages) on a weekly basis.
• Assist the Managing Editor and Site Director in scheduling team meetings and calendaring.
• Pitching content to Flipboard and other partners on a daily basis.
• Keeping the Slack channels updated in the absence of Editors (Progress, Preview, etc.)
• Helping to track art or illustrations when necessary.
• Writing and sending subscriber newsletters.
• Pitch and write some stories for Shondaland.com.
• Other duties assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:
• Strong awareness of the Shondaland brand and mission.
• Ability to maintain a sense of calm in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize and move between duties with ease.
• Highly organized, with an ability to create and implement systems of organization to keep the department on track in meeting deadlines and goals.
• Ability to learn and utilize our various digital platforms (CMS, Google Analytics, Slack, CFM Google Meets, etc.), ensuring an efficient operation for the department.
• Strong writing and editing skills with a desire to continue to develop and hone these abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and advance knowledge in the digital and/or editorial sphere.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required.
• 1-year experience in an editorial space preferred.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Drive and Adobe Sign.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-rjw2e1-18-191-234-191-42 in your application.