Forbes

Editor, Explainers and Trends

Forbes
499 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310, USA
Full-Time$100,000 - $130,000/annualMid-LevelBachelors
Job Description

Lead a team of reporters writing explainers and service pieces responding to both breaking news stories and emerging topics and issues. Identify meaningful trends and topics (not just random viral phenomena) through all available metrics (such as from Looker, ChartBeat, Ahrefs, News Dashboard, NewsWhip, etc.), surface them in concrete ways, and suggest practical ways to pursue them. Brainstorm reporting and research strategies on the fly. Edit stories with clarity and speed. Demonstrate a command of best SEO practices. Collaborate closely across departments, including product and growth teams. Make content decisions using a combination of data analytics and instincts.

Where is this job?
This job is located at 499 Washington Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07310, USA
Job Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of editorial experience editing and working in an editorial newsroom.

  • Demonstrated excellence in editing industry-leading journalism.

  • Experience generating data-informed editorial ideas a plus

  • Entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to learn

Required Skills

  • Google Analytics

  • SEMRush

  • Ahrefs

  • Time Management Skills

Soft Skills

  • Verbal communication

  • Detail Oriented

  • Driven and self-motivated

  • written communication

  • Adaptability

  • Problem Solving Skills

  • Multi tasker

  • Great attitude

Additional Information
Forbes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedJanuary 13th, 2023
Apply BeforeAugust 19th, 2025
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Forbes Media is a global media, branding and technology company, with a focus on news and information about business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership and affluent lifestyles. The Forbes brand today reaches more than 94 million people worldwide with its business message each month through its magazines and 37 licensed local editions around the globe, Forbes.com, TV, conferences, research, social and mobile platforms.

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