Digital Editor (Homepage)

Overview

The California Post is looking to hire a skilled Homepage Editor to join its digital news team in Pico Rivera, CA. This role centers on curating a dynamic homepage that highlights the most critical and captivating news using sharp editorial judgment and a variety of digital tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and update the homepage daily to feature the top news stories that engage and inform readers effectively.
• Utilize analytics and real-time data to steer content placement and optimize user engagement.
• Work closely with editorial teams across different sections to ensure cohesive and comprehensive news coverage on the homepage.
• Maintain expertise in digital publishing best practices as a resource within the newsroom.
• Initiate news story ideas aligned with the audience’s interests across various segments.
• Continuously monitor performance metrics and adjust story presentation to enhance reach and interaction.
• Write, edit, and report news stories as needed to support homepage content.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a fast-paced digital or breaking news editorial role.
• Proven experience with homepage programming that balances diverse news verticals effectively.
• Excellent editorial judgment combined with strong communication skills to prioritize and package stories for digital platforms.
• Hands-on WordPress proficiency and ability to work under deadline pressure within a CMS environment.
• Expertise in crafting engaging, SEO-optimized headlines for digital audiences and search engines.
• Acquaintance with SEO strategies and application of best practices to digital publishing.
• Experience with analytics tools like Parse.ly to assess and respond to content performance swiftly.
• Ability to enhance stories using visuals, multimedia, and social media to broaden audience reach.
• Adaptable team player comfortable in collaborative environments and able to work evening shifts including nights and weekends.

Additional Details

This position requires on-site presence five days per week, working on an evening schedule Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday. The employer endorses equal opportunity hiring practices, does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Compensation ranges between $85,000 and $100,000 annually with eligibility for bonuses and comprehensive benefits covering health, retirement, and wellbeing.

Application Instructions

Candidates should submit relevant work samples and clips for consideration. For accommodation requests during the application or interview process due to disability, applicants should contact [email protected] with "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line, describing the assistance needed.