Digital Culture Associate Editor (Mashable)

Description

The Opportunity:

Mashable is looking for a digital culture associate editor with deep familiarity with online trends, the latest tech hardware and software, content creators 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, 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 write and edit news hits. They'll be able to spot trends, especially on social, and create and edit content in a variety of formats, including video. 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 how to grow one, and should know which platforms and people are having the most impact in digital culture. They also will be able to help Mashable develop and execute 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 and editor who can generate compelling story ideas, who can work with reporters to shape them, and who understands the magic of a good headline.
• A self-starter and organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and will help support newsroom operations including scheduling and team communications.
• A team player who values the success of their coworkers and Mashable as a whole.
• 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.
• A top-notch writer with a firm grasp of AP style and the ability to quickly turn around clean copy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write news hits, evergreen utilities, consumer tech-focused content 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)
• Be prepared to research and familiarize yourself with new subject matter in order to pivot with daily coverage needs
• Write content around deals on products (inclusive of affiliate linking)

Job Qualifications:

• 2+ years as a digital culture reporter or 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 inform story pitches

About Mashable

Mashable is a global media and entertainment company that's passionate about digital culture and tech. With smart, spirited coverage that keeps people talking, Mashable reaches an audience of millions monthly who can't get enough of the ideas, people, and products driving today's online trends - and tomorrow's. Tech and digital culture are evolving at a pace faster than anyone can keep up with, and we are your guide to navigating it all.


Our Benefits

Ziff Davis, parent company of Mashable, offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as life and disability benefits. Our employees enjoy Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) with company match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

We are committed to work-life balance with Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and paid holidays. We offer family building and caregiving support and generous Family Care and Parental leave, when you need it. We also provide Fitness Reimbursement and access to wellness programs, ensuring our team stays healthy both physically and mentally.

At Ziff Davis, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.


If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then [Division] is the place for you.

Compensation Range

This is a union position covered by the NewsGuild of New York (LINK: The contractual minimum salary for this position is $65,000.

Ziff Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Ziff Davis, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has always been about fairness, equal opportunity, and belonging. We are committed to maintaining a safe and professional work environment for all employees.

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