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News Update Editor

Southern Living

Dotdash Meredith is looking for a remote news update editor to write timely content for Southern Living. Successful candidates for this position should be passionate and knowledgeable about lifestyle, food, gardening, and home content, and should have morning availability in the Eastern Time Zone.We are seeking candidates who can commit to 10-20 hours of work per week. Candidates with background in both home/lifestyle content and news are encouraged to apply.
As a digital publisher that reaches millions per month, Dotdash Meredith has the power and responsibility to create positive change. We are focusing our hiring efforts on diversity, equity, and inclusion to build a team that reflects our mission for racial equity in everything we do.
The rate of pay for this role is $25 – $28/hr. Applicants must live in the United States.
Assignment Responsibilities: 
  • Research and perform revisions, updates, and rewrites to content as needed according to specific project instructions and brand guidelines.
  • Fact check and copy edit on top of any larger revisions and updates.
  • Source and add imagery that aligns with project guidelines and brand visual style.
  • Interview experts and research credible sources.
  • Pitch and write timely news content for publication.
Skills/Experience: 
  • At least 3 years experience writing or editing for home and lifestyle brands, preferably for a digital brand, magazine, or news outlet.
  • You have a strong editorial background in home design, home renovation, gardening, food, entertaining, cleaning/organizing, and/or crafts.
  • You’re able to easily adopt an established brand voice, and you adhere to strict brand and style guidelines like a pro.
  • Comfortable with content management systems, including WordPress.
  • Detail-oriented and able to work efficiently, independently, and accurately.
  • Experience interviewing expert sources.
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • You are comfortable working remotely.
  • You have access to a smartphone, computer (not a tablet), and a secure internet connection.

 

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