Deputy Editor - Digital Culture and Engagement

2 Months ago • 2 Years + • $75,000 PA - $80,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Deputy Editor will be responsible for writing and editing news hits, features, and evergreen content related to digital culture and engagement, including trends on social media, the creator economy, and new tech releases. The ideal candidate will also develop content strategies, engage audiences, and write about products and software. They must be able to write about the creator economy, the creators who are driving social trends, and review new products. This role requires brand-building on social media, proactive story pitching, and finding engaging angles on fresh topics. Knowledge of pop culture and current events is a must, and a firm grasp of AP style is required.

Must have:

2+ years as digital culture or engagement editor
Up to date on the latest tech releases
Detail-oriented writer and good headline generator
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of Mashable's core coverage areas

Perks:

401K with company match
medical
dental
vision
life insurance
short and long-term disability
flexible time off

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Job Details

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Mashable - Deputy Editor - Digital Culture and Engagement

Mashable is looking for an experienced deputy digital culture and engagement editor with deep knowledge of the internet, online trends, the latest tech hardware and software, and creator culture.

If you’re obsessed with digital culture—tracking the latest TikTok trends, decoding the influencer economy, following the rise of new internet subcultures, getting lost in Reddit threads, endlessly sharing Reels, and exploring how creators are shaping the online world—bring your sharpest insights and most compelling stories to life at Mashable.

The ideal candidate can quickly and cleanly edit and write news hits. They’ll be able to write and thoughtfully coach the team in writing about trends, and they can handle sensitive topics. Knowledge of pop culture and current events is a must.

Familiarity with the tech and tools creators are using to connect in social spaces – from phones and laptops to video editing software and project management apps – will be an important part of this role, too.

The ideal candidate should have an active social media presence and should know which platforms and people are having the most impact in digital culture. They also will be able to help Mashable develop content strategy that amplifies our journalism on social platforms and will help build engaged communities in those spaces, too.

You, our perfect hire, are…

Obsessed with the internet and social media, content creators, and Gen-Z trends.
Up to date on the latest tech releases, from iPhones to Teslas and AI chatbots.
A detail-oriented writer who can generate compelling story ideas and who understands the magic of a good headline.
A natural self-starter and organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
A team player who values the success of their reports, coworkers and Mashable as a whole.
A top-notch writer with a firm grasp of AP style and the ability to quickly turn around clean copy.
Well-versed in SEO and in supporting content strategy on a variety of social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, and whatever else comes next.
Willing to chat about the day’s events and find interesting angles and stories to cover.

Qualifications

2+ years as a digital culture or engagement editor
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines
Strong communication skills
Knowledge of the digital space and Mashable's core coverage areas
Understand audience listening, including using trending, engagement and historical audience data to drive successful content plans

The Day-to-Day

Write breaking news hits, evergreen utilities, and features
Write about the creator economy and the creators who are driving social trends
Be comfortable brand-building and promoting Mashable content on social
Write about phones, apps, and other products and developments in tech spaces with a conversational and engaging tone
Proactively pitch stories, and always be looking for reliable sources and interesting angles on fresh, tech- and digital culture-related topics
Help elevate the quality of our journalism with forward-looking enterprise and original content
Engage audiences with our journalism via social platforms
Review and write about new products and software releases (inclusive of affiliate linking)
Write content around deals on products (inclusive of affiliate linking)

Salary Disclosure: Ziff Davis provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The base pay for this position ranges from $75000 to $80,000, 401K with company match, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a flexible time off policy