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Content Editor -DC Job at Middle East Broadcasting Networks in Springfield

Content Editor -DC Job at Middle East Broadcasting Networks in Springfield

MediabistroSpringfield, VA, United States
12 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

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Content Editor / DC

SPECIFIC DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES : The duties and responsibilities listed below are essential functions of the job :

  • Edits and proofreads digital content including articles, videos, social media posts, and newsletters.
  • Ensures consistency in tone, style, and messaging of all content across all digital platforms.
  • Optimizes content for readability, SEO, accessibility, and user engagement.
  • Collaborates with content creators, designers, and marketing teams to shape and refine content based on audience needs and performance goals.
  • Conducts content audits and recommends updates, rewrites, or removals to maintain relevance and accuracy.
  • Manage editorial calendars and ensure deadlines are consistently met.
  • Applies metadata, tagging, and format best practices for web publishing.
  • Ensures digital content adheres to brand and compliance standards, including legal and accessibility guidelines.
  • Provides editorial guidance and feedback to junior writers and contributors.
  • Tracks and reports on content performance metrics in collaboration with analytics and marketing teams.
  • Maintains digital content libraries and manages version control across platforms.
  • Continuously recommend improvements to editorial workflow, CMS processes, and content governance.

OTHER DUTIES :

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties and take on other responsibilities as dictated by events and circumstances

QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, digital media, English, marketing, or a related field.
  • 4 years of experience in digital content editing, publishing, or creation.
  • Exceptional editing, proofreading, and writing skills with attention to detail.
  • Strong knowledge of SEO, UX writing, web publishing standards, and accessibility.
  • Proficiency in content management systems (e.g., WordPress) and digital analytics tools.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced digital environment.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
  • Fluency in Arabic and English is required.
  • Familiarity with social media is the best practice and platform-specific formatting.
  • High attention to detail with commitment to factual accuracy and ethical journalism.
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced newsroom environment.
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under stress with accuracy and balance.
  • Ability to accommodate flexible work schedule to support 24 / 7 news environment.
  • Note : This is a temporary position funded through September 30, 2025 , with the possibility of extension subject to the availability of future funding .

    MBN is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.

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