Bobit Business Media Inc. ("BBM") is seeking an Associate Editor to join its team of media editors who work across multiple brands. We are open to skilled professionals with applicable experience. The candidate should be a skilled, versatile content creator/reporter/editor who executes easily among multi-media and social media platforms while contributing substantially to our portfolio of content brands. We need someone with a great balance of both news/journalism abilities and social media/video skills (will serve as on camera host). As this is a relatively junior role, it will also support content management of other editors as directed.

Headquartered in Torrance, CA, BBM employees work remotely from home. BBM is open to employing new associates in (only) the following states/areas: AL, AZ, CA (except San Francisco), CT, FL, GA, IL, MI, MN, NC, NV, OH, OR, TN, WI

Pay Range:

1. Pay is hourly - $22 per hour (if annualized $45,760)
2. The pay range is one that BBM reasonably expects to pay for this position; posted pay info does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s wage in the event of hire

Responsibilities:

1. Compile, write and edit all types of content related to multiple niches and brands
2. Successfully use content managing systems, digital photo and video tools, and social media platforms to create, manage, and post content
3. Manage, develop, and create content for special projects and assignments
4. Ensure all content is properly set up for SEO and best practices are followed
5. Conduct video interviews for online features and social media
6. Upload editorial and sponsored videos to YouTube, Anchor and BBM CMS on regular basis
7. Must be tech and social media savvy, not afraid to be on camera
8. Understanding of reels, hashtags, and able to be on camera for short scripted videos
9. Able to devise creative ways to present content on social media
10. Proofread and copy edit content
11. Support the content management of other editorial staff as directed/assigned
12. Manage and participate in print magazine editing and production workflow
13. Coordinate with outside contributors for columns and freelance articles
14. Strong ability to meet deadlines and multi-task with fellow editors and team members
15. Stay current on industry trends, terms, and knowledge of key players as well as meet regularly with industry readers, leaders, and advertisers
16. Demonstrate professional and proactive assertiveness necessary to reach out to, and follow up with, industry contacts
17. Travel required to cover and help host trade show and conference events and media/press events
18. Adhere to company directives, policies, and best practices on all matters related to role at company
19. Any/all other duties as assigned or required

Requirements:

1. 2+ years of related media work experience is preferred, including digital/web (business/financial reporting experience / interest a plus)
2. Bachelor’s degree preferred (journalism, communications, or integrated/digital media) - or equivalent combination of education and work experience
3. Evidence of excellent writing, reporting, copy editing, and proofreading abilities; knowledge of AP style; video experience a plus
4. Evidence of skill and experience in SEO for content
5. Fluent on social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram)
6. Tech and social media savvy; understands reels, hashtags, etc.
7. Able to be on camera for videos on a regular basis - not for the camera-shy
8. Able to devise creative ways to present content on social media
9. Comfortable and capable with digital platforms and tools
10. Web online/e-newsletter experience
11. Photography experience
12. Self-starter with the ability to push projects forward to ensure deadlines are met
13. Ability and willingness to adhere to content best practices as communicated by management, including in a support role to other editors

REQUIRED: Include writing/multimedia samples of your work (or link to portfolio) when submitting resume.

About BBM:

Businesses run faster, smarter, and better with essential information and services BBM provides. We bring buyers and sellers together through our media and events. We help advance the markets we serve and their critical business decisions are made with the information, data, and technology we deliver. BBM helps business move forward. BBM is a national B2B media company providing business information and solutions via print and digital magazines, digital media, live events and specialized marketing tools.

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