Digital Content Editor

Digital Content Editor for Community-Driven, Social Impact Website

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Digital Content Editor to join our dynamic team dedicated to making the world a better place. Our platform focuses on diverse content forms including articles, podcasts, videos, events, and art installations. We aim to engage our audience in meaningful topics, fostering a community that is both informed and inspired.

As a proud not-for-profit financial cooperative, Town & Country supports many charitable causes important to our members and the communities we serve. Habitat for Humanity, the Maine Cancer Foundation, Eastern Trail Alliance are just a few organizations we not only support financially but with our time. Employees enjoy the opportunity to connect with these and many other organizations through meaningful community projects.

Function and Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a comprehensive editorial calendar for the next 12 months, ensuring a balanced mix of articles, podcasts, videos, events, and art installations.
• Lead ongoing content creation, aligning with our mission to engage audiences in topics they are passionate about.
• Collaborate with writers, artists, videographers, and other content creators to produce high-quality, impactful content.
• Edit and curate content to ensure it aligns with our community standards and editorial guidelines.
• Analyze audience engagement and feedback to refine content strategies.
• Stay abreast of current events and trends relevant to our community's interests.
• Foster relationships with community leaders, influencers, and other stakeholders to enhance content relevance and reach.
• Manage a team of contributors, providing guidance, feedback, and support to ensure quality and consistency.
• Coordinate with the marketing team to promote content across various channels.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a related field.
• At least 3 - 5 years of experience in digital content creation and editing, preferably in a community-focused environment.
• Strong understanding of digital media platforms and content trends.
• Excellent editorial judgment and storytelling skills.
• Proficient in content management systems and SEO principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passion for social change and community engagement.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. If an employee requires a reasonable accommodation based on a disability, he or she must notify his or her direct supervisor or human resources.

• Enters and locates information on computer.
• Presents information to individuals and/or small or large groups.
• Communicates effectively in person or by using electronic equipment and devices.
• Creates documents, reports, etc., using a computer, pen, pencil or other means of recording information.
• Grasps and manipulates objects of different size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Visually locates and identifies information, often in small print.
• Reads information, often in small print.
• Sits at desk for extended periods of time.
• Repetitive motion with hands and arms while using computer.
• Lift up to 25 lbs.

Location

Scarborough, Maine

Benefits
Medical (HSA), dental, vision, mental health, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, parental leave, vacation, paid holidays, paid volunteer hours, 401K, corporate bonus plan, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, corporate logo wear, credit union product discounts, and lots of perks!