Senior Health Editor, Contract, U.S. News & World Report, Washington, DC
U.S. News & World Report -
Washington, DC,
US
Senior Health Editor, Contract
Date Posted: 2024-06-19
Job description
Description
U.S. News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens, consumers, business leaders and policy officials make important decisions in their lives. We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for 90 years. Our platforms on usnews.com include Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, Real Estate, Careers, News and 360 Reviews.
We reach more than 40 million people monthly during moments when they are most in need of expert advice and motivated to act on that advice directly on our platforms. Our signature franchises include our "Best" series of consumer guides on colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, diets, cars, financial services and more. These guides provide an easy-to-digest list for consumers to better understand and compare when making their decisions. We publish annual guides of the authoritative Best Colleges and Best Hospitals rankings on our website and in print. And our U.S. News Live flagship events highlight important national conversations including Healthcare of Tomorrow and The State of Equity.
We believe in having a broad range of talent and backgrounds at U.S. News. We strive to maintain a welcoming workplace where everyone is given an opportunity to succeed and contribute to their fullest. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative.
Your role in helping us shape the future:
Do you have experience editing and writing consumer health content? Are you SEO-savvy, as well as comfortable working independently and taking initiative?
As a senior health editor, you will oversee the editorial story processfrom assigning the stories to editing them for publicationensuring that content is accurate, engaging and meets the standards of the company. You will manage a team of about four freelance writers, providing feedback and guidance and ensuring that deadlines are met. You will be editing approximately six stories a week and helping update others. You will also help conceptualize graphic elements, such as tables and infographics, to support the stories. This role requires strong writing and editing skills.
This is a temporary position, running from Aug. 1 - Nov 1, 2024.
Are you up to the challenge?
Manage and lead a team of freelance health writers, providing guidance and feedback on their work.
Enforce editorial guidelines and style to ensure consistency and quality across all content.
Edit and proofread content for accuracy, grammar, punctuation and style.
Help come up with story ideas and content updates.
Help maintain the editorial calendar.
Conduct fact-checking to ensure the accuracy of information.
Collaborate with the SEO team to optimize content for search engines and improve organic rankings.
Position Requirements
You should definitely have:
AP style
Attention to detail
Familiarity with Semrush or other SEO tools
Knowledge of SEO best practices and the ability to optimize content for search engines
Proficiency using Airtable
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or a related field
What it's like to work with us:
Talent is our best asset!
We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News' dedication to our consumers.
Other Job Info:
Full-Time/Part-Time
Seasonal
Number of Openings
1
About the Organization
U.S. News & World Report is a publisher of news and information that empowers people to make better, more informed decisions about important issues affecting their lives.
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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This position is currently accepting applications.
U.S. News & World Report is a multifaceted digital media company dedicated to helping citizens, consumers, business leaders and policy officials make important decisions in their lives. We publish independent reporting, rankings, data journalism and advice that has earned the trust of our readers and users for 90 years. Our platforms on usnews.com include Education, Health, Money, Travel, Cars, Real Estate, Careers, News and 360 Reviews.
We reach more than 40 million people monthly during moments when they are most in need of expert advice and motivated to act on that advice directly on our platforms. Our signature franchises include our "Best" series of consumer guides on colleges, graduate schools, hospitals, diets, cars, financial services and more. These guides provide an easy-to-digest list for consumers to better understand and compare when making their decisions. We publish annual guides of the authoritative Best Colleges and Best Hospitals rankings on our website and in print. And our U.S. News Live flagship events highlight important national conversations including Healthcare of Tomorrow and The State of Equity.
We believe in having a broad range of talent and backgrounds at U.S. News. We strive to maintain a welcoming workplace where everyone is given an opportunity to succeed and contribute to their fullest. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiative.
Your role in helping us shape the future:
Do you have experience editing and writing consumer health content? Are you SEO-savvy, as well as comfortable working independently and taking initiative?
As a senior health editor, you will oversee the editorial story processfrom assigning the stories to editing them for publicationensuring that content is accurate, engaging and meets the standards of the company. You will manage a team of about four freelance writers, providing feedback and guidance and ensuring that deadlines are met. You will be editing approximately six stories a week and helping update others. You will also help conceptualize graphic elements, such as tables and infographics, to support the stories. This role requires strong writing and editing skills.
This is a temporary position, running from Aug. 1 - Nov 1, 2024.
Are you up to the challenge?
Manage and lead a team of freelance health writers, providing guidance and feedback on their work.
Enforce editorial guidelines and style to ensure consistency and quality across all content.
Edit and proofread content for accuracy, grammar, punctuation and style.
Help come up with story ideas and content updates.
Help maintain the editorial calendar.
Conduct fact-checking to ensure the accuracy of information.
Collaborate with the SEO team to optimize content for search engines and improve organic rankings.
Position Requirements
You should definitely have:
AP style
Attention to detail
Familiarity with Semrush or other SEO tools
Knowledge of SEO best practices and the ability to optimize content for search engines
Proficiency using Airtable
Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or a related field
What it's like to work with us:
Talent is our best asset!
We invest in people with passion and potential who understand U.S. News' dedication to our consumers.
- Entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture with core values of quality and integrity
- Focus on fostering personal and professional growth
- Competitive benefits including paid vacation time, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training
- Collaborative Work Environment ~ Fun, diverse, inclusive and ambitious co-workers
Other Job Info:
- These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
- U.S. News & World Report strongly encourages all employees to be fully vaccinated (including boosters).
- The hourly rate for this position is $40 per hour. The actual rate offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, interview performance, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Seasonal
Number of Openings
1
About the Organization
U.S. News & World Report is a publisher of news and information that empowers people to make better, more informed decisions about important issues affecting their lives.
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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This position is currently accepting applications.