Editorial Operations Specialist (Remote/Weekends)

Location: Telecommute

Job Type: Contract

Compensation Range: $17 - 18 per hour

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and technically skilled Editorial Operations Specialist to be the backbone of our content delivery. In this crucial role, you will ensure the smooth scheduling, quality assurance, and seamless delivery of our entertainment content across multiple platforms. Success requires strong technical troubleshooting abilities , exceptional organizational skills, and effective cross-functional collaboration to maintain the highest service standards.

This remote position operates from Saturday to Sunday from 8 AM to 4 PM ET.

Responsibilities:

Content Scheduling & Publishing:

• Manage weekend editorial calendars across platforms and home screens.
• Schedule and publish content using CMS tools, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on promotions and features.

Editorial Support:

• Support merchandising efforts by managing content updates-additions, changes, and removals-across multiple platforms using various content management systems.
• Assist with major merchandising initiatives, including programming setup, entitlement validation, and screenshot capture.
• Program and troubleshoot sports & news promotions for live linear and OTT events.
• Monitor live content for accuracy, functionality, and visual integrity.
• Flag and resolve any issues related to broken links, incorrect assets, or publishing errors.

QA & Triage:

• Troubleshoot content issues using internal databases, ticketing systems, and lookup tools, in coordination with internal and external teams.
• Monitor content delivery from external partners, ensuring compliance with service level agreements and escalating when necessary.
• Oversee QA, ticketing, and triage to ensure proper ingestion and platform functionality.
• Verify and troubleshoot sports promotions for live linear and OTT events across platforms.

UX Editorial Design (Nice to have, not a must)

• Design high-fidelity UI components, layouts, and visual assets for all platforms.
• Translate user research and wireframes into visually engaging and user-friendly designs.
• Develop and maintain design systems, style guides, and component libraries to ensure consistency across platforms.
• Create prototypes and mockups to communicate design concepts and interactions.
• Strong portfolio showcasing digital design work with a focus on user experience.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, or similar.
• Solid understanding of UX principles, responsive design, and interaction design.

Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of experience in digital content publishing, editorial operations, or merchandising.
• Familiarity with CMS platforms and digital asset management tools.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience in graphic design, visual design, or UX/UI design.
• Strong multitasking and organizational capabilities; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Clear and effective communicator with internal teams and external partners.
• Proven troubleshooting skills with the ability to quickly identify and resolve issues using a variety of tools.
• Dependable and self-directed during weekend shifts, with consistent and punctual attendance.
• Experience with content management systems, scheduling tools, and ticketing platforms (e.g., Jira).
• Adaptable to evolving team needs and ad hoc responsibilities.

JOBID: 112025-117115

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.