Ideas in Motion Media Seeking Contributing Editor

Ideas in Motion Media Seeking Contributing Editor

Contributing Editor:
Ideas in Motion Media, publishers of ValpoLife.com, PortageLife.com, LaPorteCountyLife.com, and NWIndianaLife.com, is seeking a full-time editor to join the team at the company's Valparaiso office.

Primary responsibilities will include:

  • Editing and posting articles and events to the website
  • Updating and managing the event calendar
  • Event coverage on an as-needed basis
  • Writing and editing articles and stories that highlight aspects of the Northwest Indiana community
  • Client engagement and project management
  • Ability to address issues after business hours
  • Dashboarding shifts i.e. social media management on all our platforms

Desired qualification:

  • Energetic, with a self-starter mindset
  • The ability to follow directions, think on your feet, and complete tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Degree in English, Journalism, Communications or Marketing is preferred
  • Solid understanding of social media and email marketing including Facebook, Twitter,
  • LinkedIn and Instagram
  • Ability to take constructive criticism
  • Detail-oriented
  • Passionate and enthusiastic about his/her work
  • Flexibility in a role that is consistently changing, ability to work on occasional nights and weekends
  • HTML, CSS experience is a plus
  • Experience using content management systems such as Joomla or Wordpress

*We are not able to offer benefits currently.
*This is an entry level position
Please submit your cover letter and resume to hiring@ideasinmotionmedia.com