Associate Editor

Summary

The job is for a Content Producer/Editor at HomeLight in San Francisco, CA. The role involves creating and updating real estate content, using AI tools, and ensuring quality control. The candidate should have 1-2 years of writing and editing experience, preferably in real estate or related fields.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in writing and editing, preferably within real estate or related fields
• Exemplary research, writing, and editorial skills
• Strong commitment to quality control and results, ensuring that content created aligns with HomeLight's standards and is thoroughly reviewed and edited to deliver exceptional value to our audience
• Outstanding project management and communication abilities
• Proven track record of meeting tight deadlines and producing a high volume of quality content at scale
• Ability to adapt swiftly to shifting priorities in a fast-paced content creation environment
• Proficiency in editing content based on SEO concepts and best practices
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with a team and work independently when required

Responsibilities

• Produce or update 40-60 pieces of real estate-oriented content per month
• Conceptualize and develop blog articles optimized for high search engine visibility, with a particular emphasis on localized real estate content and resources
• Work collaboratively with a team of editorial assistants to collect subject matter expertise, data, and research for inclusion in articles
• Leverage AI tools to enhance efficiency
• Verify the accuracy of information in drafts and incorporate appropriate citations and attributions
• Incorporate supplementary features into blog articles, such as sidebars, Table of Contents (TOC), hyperlinks, summary boxes, and other interactive elements to enhance reader engagement
• Update existing content with up-to-date data, links, and sources, ensuring its relevance and accuracy
• Review and edit content to conform to AP and HomeLight’s internal style, and maintain consistency in brand voice and tone
• Proofread for typos and errors
• Monitor and manage content production progress using Airtable, ensuring tasks stay on schedule and any changes or updates are recorded accurately

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with or willingness to use emerging AI technology
• Familiarity with AP Style (preferred)
• Knowledge of the real estate market and industry trends (preferred)

Benefits

• Medical (Anthem or Kaiser), Dental & Vision (Guardian)
• Long-Term Disability & Short-Term Disability, Hospital Indemnity Insurance (Guardian)
• 401k (Guideline), Life Insurance (Guardian) & Pet Insurance (Nationwide)
• Commuter benefits are offered in certain locations
• PTO, including Volunteer Days to give back to your community
• Annual Anniversary Perks, including professional development and sabbaticals!
• HomeLight Services to help you with buying and selling your home