The Kansas City Star Media Company Newsroom division is seeking a Digital/Social Editor. We're growing our digital audience and we need a creative and motivated news editor to help us out. The ideal candidate will know how to produce and promote content across various channels with expertise in social media, video production or editing and analytics. Most importantly, this editor knows a great story and how to promote it well across our social media brand, our website, and our variety of sports and news apps. Duties include writing for a digital audience, using analytics for digital strategy, video production, audio assistance for podcasts, SEO, project planning, social media posting, and strategy. The ability to multitask and envision various storytelling options is key. Digital editors are expected to be on top of the news of the day. Initiative and innovation are key qualities for this role. The ability to adapt to new technology is a given.
Interested in the job? Send your resume to Greg Farmer, Managing Editor, at gfarmer@kcstar.com