Bobit Business Media Inc. ("BBM") is seeking an editor to join its team of fleet media editors who work across multiple transportation brands. We are open to skilled professionals with applicable experience. The candidate should be a skilled, versatile content creator/reporter/editor who executes easily among multi-media and social media platforms while contributing substantially to our portfolio of content brands. We need someone with a great balance of both news/journalism abilities and social media/video skills (will serve as on camera host).
Headquartered in Torrance, CA, BBM employees work remotely from home. BBM is open to employing new associates in (only) the following states/areas:
AL, AZ, CA (except San Francisco), CT, FL, GA, IL, MI, NC, NV, OH, OR, TN, WI
Pay Range:
- Pay is hourly - $21 to $23 per hour (if annualized $43,680 to $47,840)
- The pay range is one that BBM reasonably expects to pay for this position; posted ranges do not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s wage in the event of hire
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Compile, write and edit all types of content related to multiple fleet and ground transportation niches and brands
Successfully use content managing systems, digital photo and video tools, and social media platforms to create, manage, and post content
Manage, develop, and create content for special projects and assignments
Ensure all content is properly set up for SEO and best practices are followed
Conduct video interviews for online features and social media
Upload editorial and sponsored videos to YouTube, Anchor and BBM CMS on regular basis
Must be tech and social media savvy, not afraid to be on camera
Understanding of reels, hashtags, and able to be on camera for short scripted videos
Able to devise creative ways to present content on social media
Proofread and copy edit content
Manage and participate in print magazine editing and production workflow
Coordinate with outside contributors for columns and freelance articles
Strong ability to meet deadlines and multi-task with fellow editors and team members
Stay current on industry trends, terms, and knowledge of key players as well as meet regularly with industry readers, leaders, and advertisers
Demonstrate professional and proactive assertiveness necessary to reach out to, and follow up with, industry contacts
Travel required to cover and help host trade show and conference events and media/press events
Adhere to company directives, policies, and best practices on all matters related to role at company
Any/all other duties as assigned or required
REQUIREMENTS:
Related media work experience, including digital/web (business/financial reporting experience / interest a plus)
Bachelor’s degree preferred (journalism, communications, or integrated/digital media)
Evidence of excellent writing, reporting, copy editing, and proofreading abilities; knowledge of AP style; video experience a plus
Evidence of skill and experience in SEO for content
Fluent on social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram)
Tech and social media savvy; understands reels, hashtags, etc.
Able to be on camera for videos on a regular basis - not for the camera-shy
Able to devise creative ways to present content on social media
Comfortable and capable with digital platforms and tools
Web online/e-newsletter experience
Photography experience
Self-starter with the ability to push projects forward to ensure deadlines are met
Ability and willingness to adhere to content best practices as communicated by management
REQUIRED: Include writing/multimedia samples of your work (or link to portfolio) when submitting resume.
