Editor

Summary

Backstage is seeking an experienced Editor (Experts) to manage their platform's industry experts, deliver content, and increase brand reach. The Editor will work with a team of 11, including writers, editors, content strategists, operations specialists, art director, and design director. The role requires 5-8 years of digital content creation experience, strong writing and editing skills, SEO knowledge, project management skills, and people management skills.

Requirements

• 5-8 years experience in digital content creation for a B2C platform, with a proven track record of growing traffic and social audiences through content development
• Strong background in writing and editing; strong preference for knowledge and passion for performing arts, production, and/or relevant creative industries
• Demonstrated ability to craft effective headlines, select compelling images, with proficiency in publishing articles via CMS platforms, including adding relevant links and multimedia content
• Deep understanding of SEO best practices, including proper formatting and keyword usage, and targeted Title Tags, URLs, and Meta descriptions
• Demonstrated experience working with freelance writers at every stage of the process, from pitching and honing ideas to line editing
• Proficiency with traffic monitoring systems such as Google Analytics 4 and Parse.ly, and the ability to use data in content planning
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with ability to meet tight deadlines
• An impressive handle on the written word and airtight editorial judgment
• Exceptional people skills; able to identify potential freelancers, wrangle writers, and ensure all deadlines are met
• Established network of reliable industry contacts to deliver access stories
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate as a cross-functional team member

Responsibilities

• Manage the creation of timely, effective, and accurate content for an audience that includes actors, creators, and crew
• Recruit and manage a roster of top-tier industry professionals to serve as writers and/or quoted experts in Backstage’s content offerings across all platforms
• Cultivate a highly organized workflow that includes buy-in from various stakeholders, pinpointing ideal expert sources, meeting tight deadlines, and keeping all project information cataloged
• Manage editorial workflow from start to finish, including communication of daily content assignments to Expert writers, editing content for readability, tone, substance, and SEO viability, and publishing content onsite
• Work with EIC, Growth Lead, and social team to identify topics and build an editorial calendar
• Develop content that’s performative across search and social
• Track and report on content performance with a focus on traffic and conversions
• Coach and mentor writers to ensure the highest quality of content

Benefits

Cast & Crew provides a comprehensive package of employee benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, health and wellness programs, employee discounts, and more!