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Dartmouth College

Temporary Digital Editor

Hanover, NH · On-site

$35/hr

Position Details Position Information Position Title Temporary Digital Editor Position Number 0000000 Hiring Range Minimum $30.00/hr Hiring Range Maximum $35.00/hr Location of Position Hanover, NH ...

Digital Media Management

Video Editor, Temporary

$55K - $70K/yr

We are currently seeking a Video Editor, Temporary to join our team. The Video Edito r , Temporary will create and execute high quality graphics for multiple gaming and entertainment clients. This ...

Hearst

Temporary Senior Commerce Editor

New York, NY · On-site +1

$50/hr

Hearst Magazines is looking for a Temporary Senior Commerce Editor with a sharp editorial instinct, a passion for fashion and lifestyle trends, and a strong understanding of commerce strategy to help ...

New York Post

Page Six Editor (Temporary)

New York, NY · Hybrid

$50/hr

The New York Post is seeking a knowledgeable Editor (temporary) to join the Page Six digital team. The Editor plays a central role in shaping and driving daily entertainment coverage for one of the ...

First Temporary

Video Editor

Chicago, IL · On-site

Motion Video Editor - Hybrid/Contract We are seeking a highly skilled Motion Video Editor with a strong background in motion graphics design. This role is ideal for someone who combines exceptional ...

Hearst

Production Editor

Houston, TX · Hybrid

Production Editor (6-Month Temporary Position) A production editor serves in a variety of capacities to prepare editorial content for Hearst Newspapers print editions, including: * Page layout and ...

Distant Moon

Film Editor

Leesburg, VA · On-site

Handle basic temp sound design, music editing, and supporting audio work during editorial process * Source archival footage, music, and supporting media assets when needed * Prepare projects for ...

Naughty Dog

Cinematics Editor

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

This position is for temporary engagement through our staffing partner, YOH Enterprise Solutions ... We are looking for an Editor to assist the editorial team with cinematics for our upcoming title.

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television. This is a technical post-production role. The successful ...

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television. This is a technical post-production role. The successful ...

Hearst Television

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television. This is a technical post-production role. The successful ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television. This is a technical post-production role. The successful ...

Hearst

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television. This is a technical post-production role. The successful ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television. This is a technical post-production role. The successful ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television. This is a technical post-production role. The successful ...

Hearst Television

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA · On-site

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television. This is a technical post-production role. The successful ...

Hearst Newspapers

Part-Time Editor

Needham, MA

$27.55 - $36.73/hr

This temporary role will focus primarily on editing and repurposing digitized archival content for contemporary broadcast television. This is a technical post-production role. The successful ...

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Temporary Editors are professionals hired on a short-term or contract basis to edit content, such as articles, books, or multimedia projects. They may fill in for permanent staff during busy periods, cover for absences, or assist with special projects. Temporary Editors are expected to have strong editing skills and adapt quickly to the style and standards of the organization. Their contracts can range from a few weeks to several months, depending on the organization's needs. This role is common in publishing houses, newsrooms, and media organizations.

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Temporary Editors are often brought in to support ongoing projects or fill staffing gaps, so they must quickly adapt to established editorial workflows and team dynamics. This involves familiarizing themselves with the publication's style guide, content management systems, and communication channels. Temporary Editors usually collaborate closely with writers, permanent editors, and sometimes designers to ensure consistency and meet deadlines. Flexibility and strong interpersonal skills are essential, as the ability to hit the ground running directly impacts both project success and team cohesion.
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Temporary Digital Editor

Temporary Digital Editor

Dartmouth College

Hanover, NH • On-site

$35/hr

Temporary

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Dartmouth College rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 553 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Position Title
Temporary Digital Editor
Position Number
0000000
Hiring Range Minimum
$30.00/hr
Hiring Range Maximum
$35.00/hr
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Advertisement Text
Dartmouth Alumni Magazine is seeking an assistant digital editor for 10 hours a week for six months to help with social media and website management. This person will work with the magazine's digital editor on content creation and scheduling for Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn. We're looking for someone who also has experience in Drupal CMS for administrative tasks like helping post articles, editing photos, fixing errors, and gathering analytics.
Position Purpose
Dartmouth Alumni Magazine is seeking a temporary, part-time Digital Editor to support the Digital Editor, with social media and website management. This position will assist with content creation and scheduling across Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn, as well as website maintenance and administration using the Drupal content management system.
Required Qualifications
* Experience managing social media platforms, including content creation, scheduling, and engagement, in a professional or organizational setting.
* Demonstrated proficiency with Drupal CMS, including posting, editing, and basic administrative tasks.
* Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify and correct errors in digital content.
* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively within a part-time schedule of 10 hours per week.
Preferred Qualifications
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Employment Category
Temporary Part time
Schedule
10 hours per week, flexible hours
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Lesa Marie Knapp
Department Contact Phone Number
603-646-1317
Department Contact for Cover Letter
Scott Allen, Editor
Contact's Phone Number
6036461317
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/86267
Key Accountabilities
Key Accountabilities
* Assist the digital editor with the creation, scheduling, and publishing of content across social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn.
* Perform website administrative tasks using the Drupal content management system, including posting articles, editing and resizing photos, and correcting errors.
* Gather and summarize website and social media analytics to support content strategy and performance reporting.
* Support the digital editor in building and maintaining the magazine's website as part of Dartmouth Alumni Magazine's ongoing digital initiative.
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Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
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Performs other duties as assigned.

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