Drink Channel Editor

Company Description

Unprecedented in scope and depth, The Daily Meal, now a part of tronc (owners of The Chicago Tribune, the Baltimore Sun, and other top newspapers and websites), produces more culinary content than any other resource. Our passionate team canvasses the world to bring its millions of readers the best food and drink experiences at all levels, around the table, at home or on the road.

Job Description

We are searching for a self-starting, fast-working editor/writer who has a passion for and knowledge of the world of wine, spirits, cocktails, beer, and coffee, tea, and other non-alcoholic beverages, as well as the places where these beverages are consumed (bars, lounges, wine bars, coffee shops, etc.) — with an interest in the people, places, and companies that make and serve them.

Responsibilities Include:

Developing a consistent voice for the Drink Channel

Editing and regularly updating The Daily Meal’s Drink Channel and its associated section pages

Posting rink-related stories and slideshows daily, either written by the editor or sourced from freelance contributors

Working with the social and audience development teams to help promote

channel content

Discovering and resolving any technical issues with the channel with the help of the dev team

Working with the photo editor to maintain a high quality of images and overall look of  the channel

Programming the twice-weekly Drink Channel newsletter and developing Cocktail of the Day and Wine of the Day newsletters for future publication

Qualifications

Undergraduate or graduate degree

Knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and the international cocktail scene; knowledge of wine a plus

Experience in writing and editing for online media

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.