Associate Editor in Chevy Chase, MD

Associate Editor - TeamPeople - Chevy Chase, MD - work from home job Company: TeamPeople Job description: Primary Function A leading science and nature documentary film production company, is seeking an Associate Editor to perform research and editorial tasks for its new conservation and biodiversity series. The Editor will support the research team by coordinating the editorial workflow for the series Hub and by reviewing research deliverables from production partners. Such work includes commissioning, editing, and writing news stories, guest posts, and other online content, and fact-checking the work of production partners to ensure the highest degree of scientific rigor and accuracy in film content. Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating editorial workflow for the series Hub.
• Assign, edit, and produce news stories and guest posts for the Hub.
• Coordinate the posting of news stories to the Hub from journalism partners and other sources.
• Write weekly roundups and other content as required for the Hub.
• Adapt WH deliverables (including episode descriptions, contributor bios, and FAQs) for website metadata, using WordPress.
• Publish content to the Hub, including stories, videos, and photos, using WordPress.
• Respond to questions submitted to the Hub, doing primary research when necessary.
• Attend WH editorial and production meetings as required.
• Coordinate research deliverables from outside production partners for WH Season 2, including annotated scripts, pronunciation guides, species logs, and program descriptions.
• Oversee fact-checking of WH scripts and other materials submitted by production partners, in compliance with the TBS Research Guide.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

• Must be able to remain in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace.
• The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).

Education & Experience

• A degree in the sciences, journalism, or in science communication.
• Prior experience in science storytelling in any medium.
• Experience managing an editorial calendar and/or website.
• Experience in film development, research, and the production process is a plus.
• Experience working with-and editing-freelance writers and outside experts is a plus.

To Apply Use the link at the bottom of this page to apply. Make sure you are using the latest version of your browser. Diversity Inclusion & Customer Service Statement TeamPeople is an organization dedicated to providing superior customer service. Outstanding customer service encompasses everything from performing the technical, creative and operational aspects of our jobs to the best of our ability, to going the extra mile to assist our customers and colleagues in any way. We respect, value and celebrate the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. We also believe that bringing diverse individuals together allows us to collectively and more effectively address the issues that face our customers. It is our aim, therefore, that our partners, strategies and investments reflect these core values. TeamPeople is dedicated to providing superior customer service and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Expected salary: Location: Chevy Chase, MD Job date: Wed, 02 Aug 2023 22:41:19 GMT Apply for the job now! Apply tot his job Apply To this Job