Career Opportunity- Web & Social Media Editor

Description:

An established media house is seeking a Web & Social Media Editor to join its digital
newsroom.

As the Web & Social Media Editor, you will be part of the editorial leadership team overseeing
the strategic development of Barbados Today’s digital news products. The role is responsible for
managing the daily news production across the Barbados Today website, app and social media
channels, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tik Tok and WhatsApp.

THE ROLE

◊ Write, edit, produce, coordinate, plan and publish content on the Barbados Today
website, app and social media channels while maintaining the highest editorial
standards.
◊ Plan and assign written, video and graphic content for relevant digital platforms to
support KPIs, specifically traffic and channel development goals.
◊ Maintain proficiency and knowledge in the latest digital and social media technologies
and best practices (i.e. new tools, algorithm changes, platform enhancements, etc.).
◊ Work with the Editor-In-Chief to develop policies and style guides for the Barbados
Today News website and social media channels.
◊ Work closely with the production and creative teams to produce and optimize assets for
web and social distribution.
Qualifications and experience:
◊ Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related degree or equivalent years of work-related
experience.
◊ Knowledge of digital media trends and emerging platforms.
◊ Strong news judgment and ability to write and edit quickly while maintaining high
standards.
Suitably qualified applicants should submit their CVs via e-mail to
[email protected] with the subject line “Web & Social Media Editor”, no
later than June 24th 2022. 

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