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Editor: Built Environment, Technology, & Investment

Journalist - Summary/Objective:
BuiltWorlds is looking for a sharp and passionate editor to contribute to the creation and building of the written content segment within BuiltWorlds. The successful candidate will be a skilled writer with a passion for the job, and an interest in the “built environment,” capable of both educating and engaging our ever-growing audience. This role as a BuiltWorlds editor will be charged with creating content, managing the sponsored and contributor content, and partnering with marketing to build our social media and newsletter subscription and engagement, assisting with the overall content strategy.
 

Essential Functions: (Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.)
  • Leading the written content activities at BuiltWorlds, including creation of our own news and research, curation of sponsored and contributor pieces, and distribution via our site, social media channels, and email newsletters.
  • Creating a regular beat of content that helps our members get to know each other and learn about important news and events in the community and affecting the community.
  • Help members "go inside" our events.
  • Potentially moderating sessions or otherwise assisting with BuiltWorlds conferences
  • Working with our Analysts and others to produce our "Top Lists" and Awards programs.
  • Building and maintaining a pipeline of contributors from within the network and freelancers (as needed)
  • Editing contributed articles (as needed)
  • Supervising the sponsored/distributed content processes with BuiltWorlds’ partners
  • Cover partner events.
  • Complying with the moral code of the profession
  • Partnering with other industry related publications, journalists, editors, producers etc
 
Required Education and Experience: 
  • Proven working experience as a journalist, reporter. editor, or analyst.
  • Portfolio of published articles or newscasts
  • Ability to follow strict deadlines and fast-check information
  • Current knowledge of digital content strategies (including SEO, headlines, etc)
  • Computer proficiency (Wordpress, Adobe, etc.)
  • Excellent communication and networking skills along with an aptitude in extracting information
  • Good observation and deduction skills
  • Integrity and morality
  • Highly motivated with a “can-do” attitude
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • An understanding of social media best practices.
  • “Built Environment” Industry Knowledge (preferred, but not required)
  • Bachelor degree in journalism or relevant field from an accredited college/university
 
Work Environment:
  • The team is a fast paced, driven, start-up office environment where team members hold each other accountable for results in the fast growing construction tech sector.
  • There is significant opportunity for career advancement and personal development based on the growth trajectory of the business.
  • Currently located in river north.
  • You will be asked to provide your own computer and phone
 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
  • Currently working in a hybrid mode, but expect to be returning to the office on 2-3 day a week basis. We have a standup every morning at 9am and several other coordination meetings that require attendance, but attendance can be remote.
  • Attendance at BuiltWorlds events/shows and industry networking events will also be expected (as applicable).
  • We are KPI/Data driven. So, the opportunity to advance will be tied to success moving metrics such as number of subscribers, open rates, active user engagement, etc. The advantage of a KPI driven environment is that people can enjoy more flexibility in their work hours, if KPIs are moving in the right direction. It is also easier to understand whether financial awards or other advancement is merited. So, people can create their own pace of growth.
 

Benefits
Strong benefits package, including:
  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life

Travel
  • Up to 10% travel is possible