Senior Editorial Writer, Blog & News

D50 Media is seeking an experienced digital news and blog writer/editor to join our growing content team supporting several informational web brands and two national personal injury law firms. You will create editorial news and engaging blog content for each web brand that will convey legitimacy, relevance, and subject matter expertise. Your success will be measured by accomplishing business goals, including increasing web traffic, generating natural public relations, and writing content that complements and magnifies our organic SEO efforts.

The Senior Editorial Writer, Blog & News is the go-to person for all of D50’s blogging strategies. They are responsible for developing the editorial plan, creating and managing the editorial calendar, writing content, assigning articles to writers, etc.

This is a full-time, remote position.

What We Are Looking for in a Candidate

The Senior Editorial Writer, Blog & News will craft a blog-oriented content strategy and be capable of managing multiple brands with ease. The right fit for this role is a writer/editor first, with impeccable grammar, a passion for creative and impactful storytelling, and a commitment to providing valuable content that focuses on user needs and supports our organic efforts.

In addition to communicating effectively to an external audience, our ideal candidate is adept at communicating within internal teams and comfortable developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships.

We’re looking for someone who is as much a team player as a self-starter, able to lead and follow, and constantly pushing themselves and their colleagues to improve.

Primary Responsibilities

Lead news and blog content strategy across all D50 Media web properties with an emphasis on increasing entity trust to search engines, qualified traffic, conversion and prospects
Individually write and manage the production of several pieces of news and blog feature content each week (specifically blog posts)
Identify areas for additional content creation, such as multimedia assets, print materials, infographics, and more
Work with integrated project teams (SEO, analytics, design, dev) to plan, schedule, and produce high-performing content
Produce content that effectively targets distribution within Google News and other search-driven platforms
Maintain relationships with key stakeholders to communicate project plans, timelines, priorities, and results
Manage and produce news to present information with accuracy, flow, and within a defined time frame
Design innovative and unique solutions to optimize routine news coverage through web channels
Find and interview health and medical experts for sources and content
Monitor and use multimedia, nonlinear, and alternative storytelling strategies
Work within a creative environment to respond to various competing priorities
Prepare and administer a detailed calendar, including work schedule and deadlines, meeting targets to facilitate timely publication
Evaluate all news for authenticity and check with sources to ensure the accuracy of published materials and to avoid conflicts
Publishing produced media to WordPress
Lead, manage, and support email marketing campaigns connected to news and blog content

Qualifications and Experience

Writing portfolio with past blog work
B.A. in Journalism, Marketing, Communications, English, or similar
Minimum 4+ years of editing, reporting, and writing experience
Experience in the legal or medical/healthcare space (preferred)
Strong journalistic judgment and fact-checking standards
Writing branded content preferred
Working on tight deadlines
Familiarity with SEO best practices
AP Style and experience using in-house style guides
Working knowledge of WordPress or other CMS
Project management skills and ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
Creating and managing editorial calendars across multiple brands
Managing or supporting email marketing campaigns
Must be accustomed to working in a small, fast-paced newsroom and maintain a high level of organization
Ability to efficiently edit stories, provide constructive feedback, and nurture ideas (big or small) into high-impact coverage
Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours in the event of breaking news

Why Join Our Team

D50 Media creates meaningful digital experiences that inform, educate, and empower individuals facing unexpected life challenges to regain control of their lives. We’re an integrated marketing and communications agency that puts top digital strategies to work for people who need support and options.

For over a decade, D50 Media has been a leader in creating informational resources that can improve people’s lives. By providing useful information and guidance, our health-centered brands can help vulnerable communities navigate unexpected life challenges.

As a one-of-a-kind digital agency focused on health, education, and advocacy, D50 Media creates life-changing resources that raise awareness and inspire change.

We have a long history of success in some of the most competitive digital marketing spaces. We pride ourselves on a company culture where every person’s ideas are valued — regardless of their position or time with the company.

Company Benefits

We are committed to making our company a great workplace and know great benefits are critical. That's why we offer a comprehensive package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and flexible spending accounts.

Benefits

401(k) Plan with discretionary matching (historically has been 100%, dollar-for-dollar)
Attractive benefits package including 100% employer-paid medical coverage for employee only (50% employer-paid medical coverage for spouse/dependents)
Voluntary Dental, Vision, Life, and Worksite benefits (accident, hospital confinement) through well-known providers
Discretionary year-end bonus
Paid maternity leave
14 paid holidays, including Juneteenth
Generous PTO: 17 days in year 1
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Perks

Professional development funding – gain a certification or get recertified
Lunch & Learns - Short-form digital learning/education experience taught by employees
Fantasy Football, March Madness, and other Sports Contests
Holiday costume contests — prizes awarded
Opportunities for charitable giving/giving back to the community
Passionate Slack channel banter spanning pets, shout-outs, food, books, and more
Employee referral bonus program — paid out after 90 days
An entrepreneurial, forward-thinking culture that is supportive and collaborative
No travel and remote work-from-home opportunity
Computer and technology tools delivered to your door

Compensation

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and the potential for advancement pending performance. Salary is commensurate with experience and comes with excellent benefits and bonus opportunities.

How to Apply

If you feel qualified for this position, we look forward to hearing from you! Please submit a resume and portfolio of past work.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

Do you have a blog/news writing portfolio? If so, please provide a hyperlink to it.

Experience:

Blogging: 4 years (Preferred)
Copywriting: 4 years (Preferred)
Journalism: 4 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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