Seed Media Group: Careers

Current Openings

Online Editor

Responsibilities:

  • Brainstorm and develop content ideas and strategies for the web site with head of online, art director, video producer, and editorial assistants.
  • Utilize the full potential of the web, including video, animation, text, games, and more.
  • Research, conduct interviews, and write copy, including introductions, articles, captions, Q&As, etc.
  • Produce content, either by executing in-house or by commissioning artists, designers, and journalists, while working within a budget.
  • Work with head of online, art director, and video producer on content and design challenges, making the site as beautiful, usable, and effective as possible.
  • Delegate and/or execute production tasks, such as cropping photos or entering HTML.
  • Organize and lead online editorial meetings.
  • Supervise current online interns and permanent team members as necessary.

Qualifications:

  • At least two years experience in science journalism.
  • A high degree of familiarity and comfort with web publishing, HTML, Mac OS, etc.
  • Strong background and interest in science. While an area of expertise is a plus, applicant should also have a working knowledge of many fields and a solid grasp of the current big questions in science.
  • Excellent research and writing skills.
  • Some management experience; an ability to work collaboratively.

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