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POSITION SUMMARY

Quanta Magazine seeks an energetic and versatile web producer to produce article packages for online publication, and to update and manage its award-winning website. The web producer will work closely with the art staff in researching, acquiring and preparing visual assets for publication, with editors in assisting in the editorial workflow of the magazine and with web developers in coordinating website maintenance tasks.

The ideal candidate will be a digital-savvy producer with good news and design judgment, professional communication skills, a strong interest in science and mastery of content management systems and media editing software. Experience in newsroom environments and basic familiarity with journalistic standards and ethics are a plus.

This full-time position is based on-site in New York City and reports to Quanta’s art director.

For more information about careers at the Simons Foundation, visit: simonsfoundation.org/careers

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Format, post and update articles, images and other digital content on QuantaMagazine.org.
  • Manage the presentation of Quanta Magazine’s pages.
  • Assist art director in researching, editing and securing rights to photos, illustrations, video and other visual content.
  • Work with web developers to create, maintain and improve website features.
  • Coordinate editorial tasks related to production packages.
  • Coordinate Web publication schedules with the editorial team.
  • Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • At least 2 years’ experience as a web producer at a news publication.
  • Familiarity with journalistic standards and ethics.
  • Experience researching, sourcing and editing digital images and other media types for use in news articles.
  • Proficiency with Wordpress (or a similar content management system) and basic familiarity with Web metrics and SEO.
  • Proficiency with most or all of the following: Microsoft Office, Google productivity tools, Asana, Jira, agile sprint planning, digital asset management systems, video and audio encoding and compression, Photoshop and Illustrator.
  • Some familiarity with HTML, CSS, LaTeX and web design is helpful.

Related Skills & Other Requirements:

  • Must be a proactive and professional communicator/collaborator who is comfortable working with a variety of individuals — including colleagues, outside vendors and freelance contributors — and responding to reader requests.
  • Must be exceptionally detail-oriented and organized, and demonstrate proficiency of the highest standards of Web production, visual media and written English.
  • Must be comfortable producing feature-length articles and large multimedia packages under Web deadlines and be fluent in current online conventions. 
  • Must be forward-thinking and knowledgeable about latest trends in Web design and production.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

  • The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000, depending on experience.
  • In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS

  • Resume
  • Cover letter
  • At least 5 work samples of web production and multimedia packages with a description of your role and contributions

ABOUT QUANTA

Quanta is an award-winning, editorially independent online magazine launched by the Simons Foundation to enhance public understanding of science. Our reporters and editors focus on developments in mathematics, theoretical physics, theoretical computer science and the basic life sciences, with an emphasis on delivering timely, accurate, in-depth and well-crafted articles for our broad, discerning audience. In addition to many other awards and accolades, Quanta won the Pulitzer Prize in explanatory reporting in 2022 and a National Magazine Award for general excellence in 2020. Quanta has syndication partnerships with Wired, The Atlantic and other publications, has published two books (Alice and Bob Meet the Wall of Fire and The Prime Number Conspiracy) and our articles have been translated into several languages.

THE SIMONS FOUNDATION’S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT

Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. The Simons Foundation actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.

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