Digital Content Editor

American Academy of Ped • Itasca, IL

2d • $72,199 - $76,210 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Digital Content Editor supports and implements content strategies for pediatrician audiences by publishing and managing digital web content on American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) websites. The role publishes and coordinates web and digital content development for the Center of Excellence on Social Media and Youth Mental Health and other externally funded projects and initiatives. The editor collaborates with staff, federal partners, and programmatic partners to implement grant activities related to web and digital content development.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in digital media, communications, journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience.
• Three years of related web content management or digital publishing platform experience, including working with authors and/or medical professionals.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, website publishing processes and technologies, and digital communications.
• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication, project management, and proofreading skills.
• Strong technical acumen, proficiency in MS Office, familiarity with web applications and internet technology, and ability to learn and apply new technologies, including AI.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, take initiative, pay close attention to detail, work independently and as part of a team, collaborate with internal and external constituents, and contribute to a positive, cooperative, respectful team environment.
• Some travel and weekend work required.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS).
• Familiarity with SEO/GEO principles.
• Basic coding experience in HTML, XML, or CSS.
• Familiarity with Google Analytics.
• Familiarity with document collaboration platforms such as SharePoint.
• Familiarity with virtual meeting platforms such as Teams.

Responsibilities

• Publish new and updated content on AAP websites in accordance with editorial plans, goals, objectives, and deliverables tied to campaigns, grants, or sponsorships.
• Review content for adherence to AAP website style guidelines, user experience standards, and SEO/GEO best practices; develop publishing and revision schedules and workflows.
• Create and maintain site maps, editorial calendars, image galleries, workflows, lists, and databases needed for ongoing website functionality.
• Monitor web traffic and performance using analytics and other tools, prepare reports on content reach and impact, and collaborate with the supervisor on content optimization recommendations.
• Collaborate with editorial and IT staff to develop and implement website enhancements that improve user experience and navigation.
• Troubleshoot website issues and coordinate with the supervisor and IT to resolve technical problems affecting content display and website functionality.
• Attend assigned team meetings, editorial meetings, and conferences to stay current on project needs, CMS best practices, and web trends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and retirement savings plans.
• Excellent work environment and competitive salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time