| U.S. based
multinational broadcasting, sports, media and entertainment company seeks
a sales centric Editor-in-Charge / Editor-in-Chief to oversee all aspects
of content, production, monetization and delivery for their noted and high
profile interactive, online and wireless properties.
Compensation
to $250,000
base with additional bonuses and incentives with exceptional benefits.
Summary
for Editor-in-Chief / Editor-in-Charge
We are seeking
an Editor-in-Chief or Editor-in-Charge to oversee all aspects of content
production, event coverage and monetization on the site.
The Editor-in-Chief
will manage the day-to-day production of all written content online including
scripts, editorial, blogs, headlines, promos, etc.
We are looking
for real web management experience and enthusiasm for online media and
the substantial monetization of quality content.
The Editor-in-Chief
will be responsible for the development of creative writing styles and
accompanying style guides. He/She will ensure continuity of the brand and
set the tone of this group as it interfaces with TV, On Demand, Special
Events and other internal media groups.
Additionally,
the Editor-in-Chief will be continually challenged with the differentiation
of content, tone and editorial among other production units including Television
and On Demand.
Specifically,
the organization will be looking to the Editor-in-Chief to formulate content
plans. create and manage editorial schedules (both long and short term),
develop distinctive tone and voice for editorial packages and site sections,
manage the production of online assignments from producers and partners
through the production shop. The Editor-in-Chief will direct Information
Architecture and Design to optimize revenue.
Detailed Work
Activities
Integrate creative
resources and assets from Television and build a world class online entity
Supervise production
materials, activities and daily production processes required for online
content
Optimize site
for monetization through ad agencies, direct client, in-house merchandising,
social networking, wireless integration and access to content libraries
through a CMS.
Implement staff
policies and manage full-time, freelance, vendors and contract staff as
required
Interpret information
to formulate story ideas and fan experiences and execute in online friendly
ways
Organize story
elements and coverage information beyond articles of text and pictures
Track metrics
that demonstrate improvements in content quality (unique, user frequency/duration)
and implement revisions to plan to achieve the interactive group (IG) goals
Identify interests
of site visitors and continually tailor product to their needs and expectations
Collaborate to
develop new interactive tools
Continually surprise
and delight fans with creativity and enhanced functionality
Supervise the
verification of facts: sources, and historical data
Supervise and
write headlines and promos while ensuring correct (or relevant) grammar,
punctuation or spelling
Follow copyright
laws to protect internal intellectual property and exposure in use of outside
intellectual property
Assemble criteria
for Junior writers, content providers as well as a writing style guide
Negotiate contracts,
royalties, and payments for authors or freelancers and conversely for entities
seeking to assimilate or disseminate your content.
Develop story
or content ideas, considering reader or audience appeal
Confer with management
and editorial staff members regarding placement and emphasis of developing
news stories to the mutually benefit of TV, On-Demand, Wireless, Licensing
and Merchandising opportunities
Meet frequently
with artists, sports personalities, agents, marketing, ad agencies, advertising
clients, production managers and senior management to discuss projects
as needed to assure world class content and the optimization of revenue.
Required Skills
and Experience
Experience managing
the online content and online monetization of a global media brand from
a business, technical and creative perspective.
The ability and
desire to function as a strategic executive and to execute tactically to
bring business goals to fruition.
Honed knowledge
of the web from business, technical and creative perspectives with respect
to written, interactive and video products.
The ability to
create and optimize content to enhance revenue for digital ad networks,
micro-sites, ad agencies, direct clients, consumers, social networking,
merchandising, licensing, on demand and wireless interaction.
Knowledge of principles
and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs
assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer
satisfaction.
Keen eye for details
Strong commercial
and business sensibility for monetizing content and participation
Deep understanding
of arid enthusiasm for professional sports and the sports fan experience
Highly collaborative
nature and spirit
Ability to meet
the needs of the firm as stated above by being present and available to
staff members
Ability to work
in conjunction with TV, interactive and special event schedules at varied
hours and days as required
A minimum of approximately
7-10 years of related experience
Bachelors or advanced
degree in related discipline
Contact
Mr. Tony Filson
President
Filcro Media
Staffing
521 Fifth
Avenue
New York,
NY 10175
Resume fax:
(212) 599-1023
Resume:
e-mail
Please attach your resume and leave
the words "Editor Sports" follow by your name in the subject
line of your e-mail. Thank you
Web address of this job: http://www.filcro.com/Interactive-Editor-In-Chief-Sports-TV.html |
