CNBC Digital seeks editor to oversee entrepreneur coverage

CNBC Digital is looking for an experienced and creative editor to lead a major new digital initiative aimed at helping entrepreneurs—both the aspirational and the experienced—chase the American dream.

A self-starter, this editor will relish the challenge of rethinking and expanding our current small business and entrepreneur coverage, both on CNBC.com and for distribution to our many partner sites. The goal: to create a storytelling platform and community for the aspirational—the dissatisfied Americans whose hard work will shape the next phase of their lives.

The editor will assign and develop insightful content that inspires and guides entrepreneurs through every stage of their careers. This includes working closely with the Digital Video team and CNBC’s daytime and primetime programming groups to conceptualize and guide development of a full range of entertaining franchises that access our large pool of experts—both inside and outside CNBC.

The editor will take content through the entire publication process: editing and publishing, working with video journalists to create digital video, and liaising with graphic and production staff to add appropriate multi-media elements and materials.

The editor will have at least 10 years’ experience covering business and financial news, a track record as a writer and/or editor for the web and ability to motivate and manage reporters and other staff. Knowledge of web publishing and the ability to handle deadline pressure is a must. Experience working in multiple media formats a major plus.

This is a full-time staff position at CNBC headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.

Specific Responsibilities

• Develop a vision for CNBC’s entrepreneurship coverage. Generate story ideas, collaborate with and guide writers, editors and contributors, including on-air talent and guests.
• Edit and format copy, including the addition of graphical elements, videos and polls and other multi-media elements to maximize engagement.
• Coordinate with digital team and TV news and primetime staffs on planning and publishing schedules.
• Coordinate with social media team to actively manage engagement and distribution over social media networks.
• Promote CNBC content within the network and the broader digital audiences to maximize visibility on internal and external distribution platforms.
• Contribute to multi-platform news coverage when needed.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications/Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience as a writer and/or editor including the ability to perform in a high-volume, multi-task/deadline oriented environment.
• Familiarity with digital conventions and activities.
• Must be highly motivated, extremely organized, detail-oriented, and possess outstanding communication and coordination skills.
• Proven ability to edit and write accurately and clearly in a fast-paced news environment.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and possess good presentation skills.
Desired Characteristics
• BA or college-level equivalent.

To apply, go here.