Senior Digital Editor -National Geographic
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10076059 Location Washington, DC, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Jan. 12, 2024Job Summary:
About the Role & Team
We are looking for a Senior Digital Editor! This role assigns and edits stories for National Geographic’s digital audiences while taking a lead contributing role in developing story pitches, refining story framing, and offering subject matter expertise.
Responsibilities:
- Develops story pitches that have a proven success rate for driving subscriptions based on reader insights and data. Pitches should originate from the senior digital editor or the roster of freelancers the digital editor has established, and they should always align with the content strategy set by the Director of Digital Content.
- Assigns stories to freelancers by communicating appropriate story framing, story length, and deadlines. Work with photo editors, graphics editors and video editors, as appropriate, to communicate story details and overall expectations. Building their freelancer base, seeking writers who have expertise in topic areas core to National Geographic, who can write in an engaging way for digital audiences, and who can deliver clean copy on deadline.
- Edits digital content upon delivery from the assigned freelancer, upholding Nat Geo’s editorial standards and agreed upon framing and promotional expectations. Editing should adhere to best digital practices and expectations set by the Director of Digital Content.
- Works alongside the Digital Executive Editor to identify digital content for cross-platform consideration. Will be part of the digital-to-print workflow and collaborate with editorial colleagues to re-edit content for multiplatform experiences. Be their available to other editorial editors when ideating and assembling project pitches and plans when their expertise lends itself to elevating the execution.
- Represents National Geographic for internal speaking engagements as well as external media promotional opportunities. Talent contributions may be tied to content amplification across Nat Geo’s social media platforms.
- Monitors industry and competitive landscape, keeping digital trends top of mind. Synthesizes digital readership data on a regular basis while experimenting with publishing tactics to reach new audiences. Prioritizes National Geographic’s key performance indicators, which may require adjusting strategies.
Required Qualifications:
- 3 plus years of related experience within a digital outlet
- Professional writing and editing skills, strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills; highly organized; ability to manage resources and daily priorities
- Team player with diplomatic temperament and ability to foster a cooperative work environment
- Ability to manage multiple projects and consistently deliver quality work in a fast-paced environment; deep familiarity with and appreciation for digital publishing
- Proficiency in Microsoft’s product suite, Adobe Analytics, and HTML preferred
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor's Degree
About Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with National Geographic Partners PAY SVC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
National Geographic Partners PAY SVC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.