Social & Online Media Editor

BZ Media, a fast-growing media company based on the north shore of Long Island, is looking for a full-time Social & Online Media Editor to develop and expand the presence of our flagship publication, SD Times, on a number of social media platforms. 

The winning candidate will have at a minimum a keen interest in technology, from wearable devices to robotics, automotive software and mobile apps. Experience in technology reporting, or an understanding of software development practices and techniques, are a huge plus.

You will help manage the SD Times website and track weekly and monthly statistics and analytics metrics related to website traffic using Google Analytics. This job gives the editor an opportunity to create and facilitate stories through the entire content pipeline, from pitching and writing through social media promotion and ultimately social bookmarking, in which the editor will seek out websites, social networks, communities and forums on the Web on which readers and users can engage with relevant SD Times content and drive traffic back to SDTimes.com.

Along with these primary online writing and social media duties, the Online & Social Media Editor is also encouraged to pitch and will be assigned semi-regular feature stories to report and write for the monthly SD Times magazine, along with technology-specific content for the various e-newsletters SD Times publishes each week. The ability to occasionally proofread and edit print and newsletter content for grammar and style is encouraged. You may occasionally be asked to cover conferences and events outside the office. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain and update social media communications of all types, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Google+.
• Monitor and engage in online conversations about SD Times and the software development industry.
• Work with the marketing team to implement strategies to promote content through social media. Increase our number of likes, followers, retweets and other measures of influence.
• Stay current with all social media trends and integrate any new platforms or technologies as they become available.
• Present analytics and reporting on a regular basis for social media growth and interaction, with the ability to draw meaningful insights
• Review and approve all comments to SD Times stories on websites
• Find, curate and post stories related to software development on our web sites.

• BA in English, communications, journalism, new media or related field of study. 
• Knowledge of software development and technology is strongly preferred, but not required.
• Social Media proficiency: Platforms include Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Reddit, Google+, etc.
• Comfort writing and scheduling social media posts through third-party services, i.e. Buffer, HootSuite.
• Familiarity with Content Management Systems, specifically WordPress.
• Strong writing and reporting skills. Ability to quickly and accurately produce Web content.
• Basic HTML/CSS.
• Basic knowledge of Search Engine Optimization and use of various metadata and keywords when publishing stories.
• Google Analytics and Google Webmaster Tools. 
• Grasp of A.P. Style and strong grammar skills.
• Knowledge of online email marketing platforms a plus, specifically experience with HubSpot.
• Candidate must work out of the headquarters in Melville, NY

This full-time position is based in BZ Media's Melville, N.Y., headquarters, and the candidate must live within easy commuting range of the office. Telecommuting is not an option for this position. 

Send submit your resume and salary history to BZ Media Human Resources.  BZ Media offers health benefits, vacations, a 401(k) plan, and a paid four-week sabbatical every seven years. BZ Media is an equal opportunity employer. No calls, please.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.