Copy Editor | Cnet

CNET is seeking a knowledgeable, collaborative Copy Editor to edit and support accurate, informative, compelling coverage of personal tech and other popular topics, with an emphasis on quality assurance. The successful person will have outstanding writing and editing skills, a solid understanding of journalistic principles, and a good feel for how diverse content coexists on an expansive website, and will work as a team player across the Edit organization. This person will be part of a dynamic team creating content for a growing audience fascinated by technology and change.

This is ideally a hybrid role, with at least two days in the office each week (Tues, Weds). Candidates may be based in San Francisco, New York or Charlotte. Open to remote for candidates outside of the listed cities.

What You'll Do

• Flex your top-tier editing, writing and communication skills
• Use journalism and publishing best practices to help present CNET articles to best effect
• Join a collaborative team of writers and editors
• Meet deadlines and foster workflow efficiencies in a busy environment
• Fact check, update or write stories as needed
• Think on your toes
• Partner with subject-matter experts across the CNET team
• Think creatively and flexibly about tasks and challenges
• Embrace feedback from colleagues to become a pivotal member of a central team

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of experience in copy editing, newsroom copyediting preferred
• BA or above in Journalism, Writing, English, Communications or commensurate
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with WordPress or a similar CMS
• Familiarity with SEO principles
• Positive, self-motivated, collaborative attitude with managers and colleagues
• Ability to pivot quickly among different projects
• Team player who is quick to raise a helping hand and apply feedback in the spirit of growth
• Curious, with a mindset for learning

Compensation

• Cash Compensation Range: $55,000-$70,000
• New York City Cash Compensation Range: $55,000 - 80,000
• San Francisco, CA Compensation Range: $55,000 - 80,000
  
  • Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications, and experience.

Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program

Who We Are:

Over the last twenty years, Red Ventures has built a portfolio of influential brands, digital platforms, and strategic partnerships that work together to connect millions of people with expert advice. Through premium content and personalized digital experiences, Red Ventures builds online journeys that make it easier for people to make important decisions about their homes, health, travel, finances, education and entertainment. Founded in 2000, Red Ventures has 3,000 employees in 10 cities across the US, as well as in the UK and Brazil. Red Ventures owns and operates several large digital brands including Healthline, The Points Guy, Bankrate, MYMOVE, and Allconnect.com.
For more information, visit https://redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on social platforms.

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.

Red Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Red Ventures is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact accommodation@redventures.com.

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