Curation Editor (Contract)

Job Description

Apple News provides millions of users with trusted journalism from leading publishers around the globe. Editors at Apple News highlight the best and most engaging content on our platform. You will make real-time decisions based on the day’s events, curate content, write and edit copy, manage schedules, and communicate directly with our publisher partners. This is a 6-month contractor role based in New York City.

Key qualifications

• You have strong editorial judgement and excellent writing and editing skills.
• You have experience with analysis of breaking news and filing clear, concise copy at a quick pace. Newsletter and/or social media experience is required. 
• You’ve worked in a variety of CMSs and social-media platforms, and have a keen understanding of the tools that support state-of-the-art editorial.
• You are hyper-organized and have experience managing an editorial calendar (and sticking to it).
• You are fluent with data and analytics, and can responsibly incorporate user behavior into your editorial strategy.

Description

• Select articles for featuring across the Apple News ecosystem, with an emphasis on quality, accuracy, and context.
• Write and edit sharp and engaging copy in the Apple News voice. Work with editors to ensure your work meets all aspects of our house style.
• Explain and provide context around complex news stories, often on tight deadlines.
• Manage a team schedule and ensure work stays on track. 
• Track various sources of data, provide smart analysis, and share with team on a regular basis.
• Work cross-functionally to support News projects and goals.
• Surface bugs and other performance issues.

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