Interactive/Multimedia Editor
 

ALM Media Properties, LLC





Location: Miami, FL


About the organisation:

ALM, an integrated media company, is a leading provider of specialized business news and information, focused primarily on the legal and commercial real estate sectors.  ALM’s market-leading brands include The American Lawyer, Corporate Counsel, GlobeSt.com, Insight Conferences, Law.com, Law Journal Press, LegalTech, The National Law Journal and Real Estate Forum.  Headquartered in New York City, ALM was formed in 1997.  For more information, visit www.alm.com.

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

    * Working with Web analytics, teaming with senior and midlevel content editors in shaping audience-development strategies, measuring Web site traffic (including story and page views) to assess audience preferences and ensuing coverage opportunities.
    * Throughout, this editor should be sensitive to the organization’s Search Engine Optimization needs
    * Work with reporters and editors in planning and producing multimedia features, including audio podcasts, video reports and interactive graphics
    * Help drive and implement the DBR’s interactive content, including Web polls, chats, live streaming and Webinars
    * Help expand the DBR’s social media network and maintaining the organization’s presence on Facebook, Twitter, Linked-In and YouTube.
    * This editor will be the steward of the DBR’s Facebook account
    * Help to develop blogs and e-mail newsletters
    * Assist and collaborate with the Web site editor in the updating of DBR Web site(s) to highlight breaking news and discussions with the audience
    *  Aid in the development of “drill-down sites” and specialized, topic-oriented social media accounts.

Requirements:

    * At least four years of college studying communications or journalism, particularly in the online field.
    * At least three years of experience in online and social media operations and development for a print/online publication, including production of video, slideshows and other interactive content
    * Should have strong background in video, social media, interactive experience with readers, blogging.
    * Should have advanced proficiency with Web programming languages (HTML, Dreamweaver), social media and related widgets and applications; ability to use software to create and develop video, slideshow and other interactive content, including Photoshop and Premier;
    * Knowledge of search engine optimization best practices.
    * Show ability to quickly learn and adapt to DBR’s Adobe-based content management system
    * Experienced in HTML, FLASH video editing software

ALM places a high value on employees and strives to be an employer of choice. To that end we offer competitive salaries, professional growth opportunities, and a comprehensive selection of benefits that include: medical, dental, vision, 401(K) and life insurance options. 

How to apply:

Qualified candidates should submit resume and cover letter with salary requirements to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for immediate consideration.  Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.  No phone calls or agencies please.  ALM is an equal opportunity employer that encourages and values diversity.

Job posted on 20  July 2010.

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