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Community Editor (Project-Based)

BuzzFeed, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 20001

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Community Editor (Project-Based)

BuzzFeed is seeking a Contract Community Editor to join our dynamic team. This role is a blend of content moderation, editing, user engagement, and digital publishing strategy

perfect for someone who loves the internet and its communities. BuzzFeed Community is a unique, user-powered corner of BuzzFeed.com where anyone can create an account and submit their own content

whether it's listicles, quizzes, or personal essays. The platform is beloved by BuzzFeed's most engaged fans and often centers around fandoms, pop culture, and nostalgia. Community content is some of the most unique and fun content on our site, thanks to the passion and creativity of our users. Community posts are not only entertaining and engaging

they are a core part of BuzzFeed's mission to amplify diverse voices and perspectives. You Will Review and edit user-generated posts (quizzes, lists, and articles) to ensure clarity, grammatical accuracy, and adherence to the BuzzFeed style guide. Ensure posts are visually engaging by selecting high-quality images, crafting compelling headlines, and choosing strong thumbnails. Promote and curate standout Community content using traffic data and editorial instinct. Moderate comments and maintain a positive, welcoming environment for all Community users. Engage directly with Community contributors to provide encouragement, constructive feedback, and support. Use analytics tools to identify what's resonating with readers and adjust editing strategy accordingly. Collaborate cross-functionally with BuzzFeed's Audience Development and wider Editorial teams on traffic goals, tentpole content, and strategic initiatives. You Have A deep love for internet culture, fandom, and online communities. Impeccable grammar and editing skills with strong attention to detail. An understanding of what makes BuzzFeed-style content click

from engaging headlines to emotionally resonant themes. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms and basic CMS systems. Ability to stay organized, manage a fast-moving content queue, and prioritize efficiently. Comfortable giving and receiving feedback. An interest in SEO, social media, and audience analytics is a plus. Bonus Points For Previous experience in a community, editorial, or moderation role. Experience working in fandom or entertainment-driven content spaces. If you're excited about fostering creativity, empowering users, and shaping viral internet content, we'd love to hear from you! Life at BuzzFeed, Inc. We celebrate inclusion and are committed to equal opportunity employment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other protected category. You can expect: A supportive, inclusive atmosphere on a team that values your contributions Opportunities for personal and professional growth through work experience, offerings from our in-house Learning @ BuzzFeed team, our Employee Resource Groups, and more