Senior Editor, Queerty
q.digital- Posted : one year ago
Q.Digital is the media company that helps LGBTQ people get the most out of life. It reaches more than five million people each month through Queerty, LGBTQ Nation, INTO, and GayCities. As Queerty solidifies itself as the most popular and definitive entertainment site in its space, we are looking for a talented Editor to increase original reporting, the range of beats, and the number of unique voices representing queer life. We are also looking to expand our hours of coverage. The Queerty Editor reports to the Editor-in-chief to update the site with viral breaking news and evergreen features five days a week, writing and editing 3-6 stories per day and filling in for the EIC on occasion. The ability to cover afternoons and some evenings under deadline pressure are essential as well as the ability to schedule robust weekend coverage and newsletters in advance.
This editor also helps coordinate the Queerty daily newsletter and social media posting. You'll develop Q&As, SEO pots, lists, analytical articles, rounds-ups, breaking news, and other features.
You'll also contribute to sponsored content and assist with company-wide brainstorming, offsite meetings, and company tentpole events and platforms. Q.Digital is based in San Francisco, but most of the 28-person teamwork across the U.S. and in Europe. This location job allows you to work from home while coordinating closely with the Queerty edit team and supervising a growing group of contributors via Slack.
In addition, the Queerty Editor will be responsible for:
- Crafting feature and interview pitches at the start of each week and following through with a growing list of contributors and stringers worldwide.
- Creating and posting at least 2 posts on viral/trending topics by each day Monday through Friday.
- Developing a unique beat outside of LGBTQ entertainment.
- Assisting with tentpole projects (such as The Queerties, Pride 50, and Out for Good).
- Engaging in brainstorms about traffic-building measures and initiatives.
- Regularly recruiting talented new writers who can reach underrepresented communities.
- Assisting with the other sites in the Q.Digital network as needed.
- Working with Queerty staff writers on editing, crafting, and writing stories as needed, particularly during afternoons, Pacific Standard Time.
Desired Skills and Qualifications
What's Next?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please send a concise cover letter with a pitch, links to writing/editing samples, and a resume to . Compensation is based on experience. We offer a competitive benefits package including shares in the company.
Q.Digital is an equal opportunity employer that believes diversity makes a team, stories, and life incalculably better. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Skills
- editing
- publishing
- seo
- entertainment
- recruiting
