Digital Editor

TL;DR

Digital Editor: Curating, optimizing, and driving engagement across the Massachusetts cluster's digital platforms with an accent on SEO, social media growth, and subscriber conversion. Focus on managing breaking news workflows, analyzing audience data, and enhancing content presentation to maximize reach and reader loyalty.

Location: Boston, Massachusetts

Salary: $55,000

Company

The Boston Herald, a subsidiary of hirify.global, is a historic daily newspaper and leading source of news, sports, and politics in Boston, Massachusetts.

What you will do

• Manage and update websites, including homepage layout and breaking news zones.
• Direct social media accounts to maximize reach and referral traffic.
• Coordinate breaking news push alerts and email newsletter deployments.
• Optimize digital content for SEO and social media value.
• Monitor real-time analytics to advise on content strategies.
• Collaborate with editors and reporters to ensure digital best practices.

Requirements

• College degree or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record in editing, curating, or writing news content.
• Exceptional grammar, spelling, and editing skills with deep understanding of AP style.
• Strong news judgment and awareness of the Boston and Massachusetts communities.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-breaking news situations under tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with digital analytics tools.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Paid time off and select paid holidays.
• Cell phone stipend.
• Recognized as a Built In Best Places to Work winner.