What are the responsibilities and job description for the Digital Editor, Aviation position at Firecrown?
Firecrown is a dynamic and rapidly growing company that specializes in acquiring and managing the world's leading lifestyle and enthusiast publications. It operates print and internet publications, e-commerce sites, marketplaces, develops aviation real estate, and provides financing solutions.
Firecrown is seeking an experienced Digital Editor to create, manage and enhance digital content across multiple aviation websites. The ideal candidate will have a strong editorial background, an understanding of aviation, and expertise in digital content strategy, SEO, and analytics. This role requires a dynamic individual who can balance high-volume news production with long-form content while leveraging AI tools to optimize workflows. This position would primarily manage digital content on our AirlineGeeks.com and FlyingMag.com properties.
The ideal candidate will be based at our Chattanooga, TN headquarters, and possess a deep understanding of digital content specifically in the aviation industry.
Responsibilities:
- Produce and refine engaging, accurate aviation-related digital content, including but not limited to high-frequency news and evergreen articles.
- Optimize content for SEO.
- Review and manage distribution for submitted content from writers, reporters, and contributors,
- Leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) for various content types.
- Maintain deep knowledge of aviation trends and news.
- Monitor website and social media analytics to improve content strategy.
- Curate content for daily and weekly newsletters.
- Oversee the production, editing, and optimization of aviation-related digital content, including breaking news, evergreen articles, and special features.
- Manage content submissions from writers, reporters, and contributors, ensuring accuracy, engagement, and adherence to AP Style.
- Optimize content for SEO, implementing best practices to drive organic traffic and improve search rankings.
- Leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance content creation, analysis, and distribution.
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of aviation trends and news, covering commercial, general, and business aviation.
- Monitor website and social media analytics, refining content strategy based on performance insights.
- Curate and manage content for daily and weekly newsletters to drive audience engagement.
- Collaborate across departments to align digital content with broader editorial and business goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of Firecrown’s digital media properties.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Strong writing and editing skills, with expertise in AP Style and digital journalism.
- Experience in content management systems (CMS) and web publishing.
- Proficiency in SEO best practices and content optimization strategies.
- Familiarity with AI and analytical tools for content creation and performance tracking.
- Deep understanding of the aviation industry, including commercial, general, and business aviation.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high editorial standards.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working with remote teams.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines while managing multiple priorities.
- Knowledge of journalistic ethics and standards in digital media.
Firecrown offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to make a significant impact on our business. If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion to succeed, we would love to hear from you.
Candidates must be within commuting distance to Chattanooga, TN. Firecrown is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- How many years experience do you have in the aviation industry?
Experience:
- Journalism: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chattanooga, TN 37402 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000