Informa is one of the worlds leading knowledge providers. We create and deliver highly specialized information through publishing, events, training, market intelligence, and expertise, providing valuable knowledge to individuals, businesses and organizations worldwide.
Informa Markets creates platforms for industries to trade, innovate and grow. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience, and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content, and actionable data solutions. As the worlds leading exhibitions organizer, with over 500 international events, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year.
FARM PROGRESS, a division of Informa Markets, is the market leader in the Agricultural sector. Our goal is to provide U.S. farmers, ranchers and producers with content on production practices, trade, marketing, government policy, new technologies, critical insights and analysis that will support this community with the tools to make informed decisions that will drive growth for their businesses. Farm Progress is the number one agricultural informational provider in the U.S. that utilizes print, digital, broadcast and events as communication channels for the Agricultural market.
Job Description What were looking for: Farm Progress is seeking a Digital Editor to lead audience engagement focused on equipment and technology to satisfy reader interest for all Farm Progress brands on our omnichannel platforms (print, digital, events). The ideal candidate will be someone who has experience creating content in multiple formats, including print journalism, digital storytelling, video, audio and still images. This person is savvy in social media strategy and has a strong social media following. This person is proficient in operating digital video cameras and related production equipment to capture high-quality video footage as needed. This person has a strong writing background and a curiosity about technology and on-farm technology adoption, including precision agriculture, data, drones, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.
Role Accountability and Duties:
- Enhance and maintain Farm Progress reputation as a trusted leading source of useful information for U.S. farm owner/operators.
- Create editorial content related to agricultural technology, new/used equipment, equipment management on farms, and related topics driven by feedback from editorial staff and Farm Progress data. You will use proprietary Farm Progress demographic, survey, and readership profile data to enhance content deliverables and consumption.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to plan, ideate and resource print, digital and video projects.
- Manage multiple teams and projects, ensuring projects are completed within agreed-upon deadlines.
- Produce digital video, including motion graphics, animation, graphic design, live streaming, sound design, and post-production.
- Follow standard editing procedures and Farm Progress established style.
- Travel nationwide to conduct interviews and gather material for content at farms, events, new product roll outs, or other related assignments, as needed, approximately 25% - 30%.
Qualifications What you bring to the team: - A Bachelors degree in Journalism or digital communications
- Experience in agriculture (preferred but not mandatory)
- Savvy in social media strategy; Active and engaging on social media
- Experience in creating equipment and technology content in multiple formats
- Experience in producing print, digital, and video content
- Ability to incorporate data to create insights and action in daily workflows
- SEO experience
- Savvy in social media strategy; strong social media following
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent presentation skills
Key skills: - Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data
- Digital and social media skills: someone with social media skills who thinks digitally about content and engagement
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
- Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
- People Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Additional Information The salary range for this role is 58000 - 73200 USD depending on experience. Why work at Informa Employee experience is very important to us at Informa. On top of joining a supportive, diverse, and ambitious team that welcomes all types of candidates. We are also flexible with different working patterns and prioritize promotions internally.
Our benefits include: - Learning and development plan to assist with your career development
- 15 days PTO plus 10 national holidays, 4 days for volunteering and a day off for your birthday!
- Competitive Benefits with 401k match
- Paid parental leave
- Bright and friendly staff who are all experts experts and additional training and development for helping you achieve your career aspiration
- ESPP - become a shareholder
We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, Informa is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law. Apply Job!