Web Editor (Midtown West)

Reply to: hmkeditor@hotmail.com
Date: 2007-09-07, 1:22PM EDT

HALLMARKMAGAZINE.COM SEEKS WEB EDITOR

Hallmark Magazine is looking for a fulltime freelance Web Editor responsible for extending its magazine in an interactive medium on HallmarkMagazine.com (hallmarkmagazine.com). The Web Editor will convert magazine articles to interactive features and leverage the Internet to create an online community for magazine readers. Additionally, the Web Editor will create and manage all web-related schedules and manage all aspects of web site production. This position will require familiarity with the many assets of Hallmark.com so as to fully leverage them in ways that are appropriate and in keeping with ASME guidelines.

Responsibilities include:
• Daily monitoring and reviewing of website to insure that content is up to date and that the website is functional;
• Weekly and monthly site updates;
• Writing and editing a monthly newsletter;
• Top-editing or writing of all homepage, feature, and any other site copy;
• Editing, maintaining and promoting blogs;
• Developing and maintaining the online web schedule and ensuring all deadlines are met;
• Managing a freelance staff , including web producers and designers;
• Working collaboratively with Hallmark’s technical team in Kansas City;
• Working collaboratively across all divisions of Hallmark.com;
• Analyzing user activity and feedback to keep site responsive to user interests
• Presenting and spearheading the development of new applications and features on hallmarkmagazine.com.

In addition to new media experience, strong writing and editing skills are required, as is a demonstrated ability to collaborate with partners across many divisions, departments and disciplines. This person must be highly organized and deadline-oriented. A high level of computer literacy and an enthusiasm for the medium is important. Our ideal applicant has 5–7 years experience managing a related website. Applicant must demonstrate expertise in creating innovative tools and services, managing e-mail newsletter programs, and cultivating features that enable user participation. This position requires a highly organized, goal-oriented person who is positive and proactive.

The position reports to the Managing Editor of Hallmark Magazine.

Hallmark Magazine is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to
promoting a culturally diverse work environment.

To learn more, please visit our web site: www.hallmarkmagazine.com
Contact hmkeditor@hotmail.com.
Interested parties should send a resume and cover email with salary requirements to hmkeditor@hotmail.com.