Associate Editor, History.com

A+E Networks • New York, NY

1d • $34 - $39 • Hybrid

About The Position

A+E Global Media seeks a versatile Associate Editor for HISTORY.com to update, line edit, and sometimes write history stories. The role assists Editors with special projects, contributes ideas for new content, including games, and helps produce content in the content management system. The ideal candidate has one to three years of editorial publishing experience, a strong sense of teamwork, and flexibility to work in an evolving media landscape.

The position works collaboratively with other editors and teams, maintaining awareness of video, show, social, and marketing priorities. A+E Global Media employees collaborate in the office three times per week. New hires must be commutable to an existing office in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, or Stamford, Connecticut.

The hourly pay range is $33.85–$38.92, with an annual incentive target of 5%. Compensation depends on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, location, and experience. The company describes its total compensation package as including healthcare coverage, 401(k) matching, and other benefits.

Requirements

• One to three years or more of editing or publishing experience.
• General project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• General familiarity with content management systems (CMS).
• Familiarity with SEO strategy.
• Strong teamwork and flexibility in an evolving media landscape.

Responsibilities

• Update and optimize existing stories.
• Suggest content ideas based on site traffic and research.
• Assign and edit games.
• Line edit and provide second reads for new content.
• Write updates to existing stories.
• Write new reported stories as needed.
• Handle photo and video research needs.
• Build stories in the content management system.
• Communicate with other editors and respond to requests in a timely manner.
• Maintain awareness of video, show, social, and marketing priorities.
• Assist Editors with special projects and contribute ideas for new content.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Other benefits (not specified)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed