Liftable Media Inc. Senior Assignment Editor Remote · Full time

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The core function of this position is to scour the media landscape for content ideas, and then package those ideas for writers in ways that capture the attention and maximize the engagement of users on social media. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with past experience working with political ideas, strong attention to detail, a passion for the truth and a meticulous approach to work. We want people passionately committed to fighting the political and cultural left and standing for traditional American, conservative, and Christian values. Successful candidates must also want to fight in accordance with our values. The Ethics and Editorial Standards for The Western Journal may be found here​.

This role requires working either Sunday through Thursday or Thursday through Tuesday. Occasional other weekend or evening work will be required from time to time as The Western Journal offers live coverage of some events, such as presidential debates, elections, news conferences, etc.  Open to applicants for remote work from home (U.S. residents only, excluding California, Colorado, and Ohio) or at our main office located in North Phoenix in Arizona. 

Note: Assignment editing is not suited for people who have difficulty dealing with controversial topics, polarizing opinions, contrarian points of view, dark subject matter, graphic crime, subjects academe now considers “triggering,” and even gallows humor. 

Pay based on previous experience. Please include desired salary range with cover letter.

Responsibilities:

• Crafts shareable, engaging social content for Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms to promote our stories, commentary, videos, and news
• Collaborates with editorial staff to select content for publishing on the basis of relevance, value to the reader, and timing
• Uses analytics software to identify the effectiveness, engagement, and reach of social media posts both in real time and after the fact
• Identifies potentially “viral” videos and other content that can be used to advance our editorial goals, and helps curate these on our site, always keeping in mind our mission and audience
• Optimizes titles for maximum engagement on social media platforms
• Follows social trends and new platforms to help guide the comprehensive social media strategy
• Collaborates with Assignment & Video Editors on original video ideas, including interviews and original content
• Contact sources and subjects via phone, email, or through social media for comments and original interviews

Requirements/Qualifications:

• No vaccination requirement
• Experience building audience engagement on social media
• Interest in and knowledge of current events, news, politics, and conservative philosophy
• Interest in new social media platforms and a desire for constant experimentation
• Exceptional written communication skills
• Team player with excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Able to accept feedback and helpful criticism
• Self-starter attitude
• Previous experience working in a newsroom for a digital publication 
• Exceptional internet research skills to investigate claims made by social media users, politicians, and the media itself
• Experience with WordPress or other CMS a plus
• Experience with platforms like Twitter, Flipboard, and LinkedIn a plus
• Understanding of the values and the mission of The Western Journal and willingness to promote and uphold these both at work and with potential partners, readers, and subscribers

Company Perks:

We value company culture and hold it to a high standard. For this reason, we try to make work a fun, relaxed, and highly productive environment, including offering the following benefits:

• Healthcare, dental and vision plans available for full-time employees
• Flexible PTO for full-time employees
• Volunteer PTO for full-time employees
• 401k + company match for full-time employees
• Modern 30,000 sq. ft. building with an employee lounge, game room, and library
• Casual work environment
• Walking distance to Anthem businesses and restaurants
• Monthly catered lunch for the office