Associate Editor

BY MINDFUL STAFF | JUNE 29, 2022

Who We Are

Mindful is a leading provider of corporate training, consumer media, licensed content, directories, and other communications pertaining to the topic of mindfulness, around the world. We are a Public Benefit Corporation that exists to improve human well-being through the practices of mindfulness.

Mindful’s platforms include the corporate training product, LifeXT by Mindful; the bi-monthly magazine, Mindful; mindful.org; e-newsletters; videos; podcasts; conferences; directories; and other collaborations.

Who You Are

An energetic, flexible, creative, and detail-oriented contributor, the Associate Editor has a solid understanding of mindfulness, some experience as an editor and writer, a facility with technology, and an appetite for exploring new platforms and ways of telling stories. A solid team player, the Associate Editor supports the work of Senior Editors, the Managing Editor, and the Editor in Chief.

Your Impact

Writing and editing copy for print and online
Implementing strategy across social platforms
Creating inclusive and diverse content for all platforms including Mindful, mindful.org, social media, newsletters, events, and podcasts
Assisting in the copy flow and proofing process for all Mindful publications
Producing posts for mindful.org, including image research
Building, testing, and scheduling newsletters
Editing audio and transcriptions as needed for Mindful’s podcast, 12-Minute Meditation
Curating content required for content licensing requests
Establishing relationships with Mindful contributions

Your Skills & Capabilities + Role Expectations

Recommended qualifications:

A familiarity with (and ideally experience practicing) mindfulness and meditation
Strong writing skills—able to write for daily deadlines
SEO knowledge and skills
Content management system experience (WordPress)
Experience and enthusiasm for creating and scheduling content for social media platforms
Basic proficiency in audio and video production and editing
Basic knowledge of photo editing for online use

Skills and qualities:

Digitally savvy
Ability to juggle multiple projects and prioritize tasks
Research and analysis skills
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Consistently respond to customer questions and concerns through social platforms
Collaborate with fellow editors and across departments
Bring a high degree of attention to detail
Stay up to date on technology developments in the social sphere
Contribute to the development of Mindful’s internal culture

Please send your cover letter and resume to hr@mindful.org

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30,000.00-$40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care
Paid time off
Vision care

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Mindful Staff

Mindful Staff editors work on behalf of Mindful magazine and Mindful.org to write, edit and curate the best insights, information, and inspiration to help us all live more mindfully.