Digital Content Editor

Grant-funded position at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation’s leading advocacy organization for children’s healthcare.

About the role

We are seeking a collaborative team player with strong writing and editing skills and experience working with authors, preferably focusing on translating complex medical and policy information into clear, engaging, and accessible content. This role will support and implement content strategies for pediatrician and parent audiences, including writing, editing, and managing digital content for AAP websites and other digital platforms. You will collaborate with internal teams and external program partners to implement grant and other externally funded activities, delivering high-quality, mission-driven content that advances public health goals.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and review new and updated digital content published on AAP websites and other digital platforms.
• Proofread and copyedit content to ensure alignment with website/platform style guidelines as well as clarity, accuracy, accessibility, and engagement.
• Collaborate on the development of web content and other project deliverables for externally funded campaigns and initiatives.
• Work with editorial leadership and implement search engine optimization (SEO/GEO) best practices to optimize content and increase discoverability.
• Identify subject matter experts and technical reviewers, route materials, and incorporate changes into new and revised content as directed.
• Implement editorial strategies and planning that follow established editorial workflow processes.
• Maintain editorial calendars, image galleries, and other lists and databases necessary for ongoing cross-collaboration and functionality of the websites.
• Monitor grant-related site/platform traffic and performance using appropriate analytics and tools, and generate reports as needed on content reach and impact.
• Attend team meetings, editorial meetings, and conferences as assigned for feedback on content and web innovations that serve to improve AAP websites.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, digital media, or related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience.
• At least three years’ related experience in digital content development, including working with authors, writing, and editing, preferably with an emphasis on health information.
• Experience with digital publishing processes and technologies, and digital communications.
• Experience working with medical professionals and translating complex medical and policy information into clear, engaging, and accessible content for both professional and public audiences (preferred).

Skills

• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Strong technical acumen with proficiency in MS Office and the ability to learn and apply new technologies, including AI.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), content and user experience strategy, SEO/GEO, Google Analytics, document collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint), and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Teams) (preferred).
• Detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously within strict deadlines, think creatively, and take initiative.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and collaborate effectively with various internal and external constituents.
• Commitment to fostering a culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $70,368.96 - $74,278.36. Compensation decisions take into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, certifications, geographic location, business needs, and organizational policies. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes healthcare and retirement savings plans. Learn more about our benefits.

Schedule

Hybrid work environment requiring 40% of work time in the office per month. Some travel and evening/weekend work required.