Senior Platform Editor

Yahoo serves as a trusted guide for hundreds of millions of people globally, helping them achieve their goals online through our portfolio of iconic products. For advertisers, Yahoo Advertising offers omnichannel solutions and powerful data to engage with our brands and deliver results.

Yahoo Weather is evolving from a utility app into a daily lifestyle habit. We are building a full-service weather operation and hiring a Senior Platform Editor and creative lead to define the brand's tone, look, and feel across all surfaces.

Responsibilities 

• Serve as the primary lead editor for the brand, ensuring a consistent and premium "Yahoo Weather" voice.

• Provide editorial assistance for creator blogs, edit/rewrite social captions, and polish scripts.

• Point of contact for our content’s distribution throughout the Yahoo ecosystem.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive social strategy to introduce @YahooWeather to new audiences

• Manage the editorial calendar, balancing weather news with lifestyle features.

• Report directly to the Editorial Director.

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in digital media, journalism, or editorial content.

• A proven portfolio of writing

• Extensive experience as an editor, blogger, essayist, or copywriter.

• Prior experience managing professional business social media handles.

Preferred Responsibilities/Qualifications

• Experience with video production a plus

• Strong interest or expertise in weather-related content. 

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The material job duties and responsibilities of this role include those listed above as well as adhering to Yahoo policies; exercising sound judgment; working effectively, safely and inclusively with others; exhibiting trustworthiness and meeting expectations; and safeguarding business operations and brand integrity.

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The compensation for this position ranges from $90,750.00 - $188,750.00/yr and will vary depending on factors such as your location, skills and experience.The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary annual bonus or commissions. Our comprehensive benefits include healthcare, a great 401k, backup childcare, education stipends and much (much) more.

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