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For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.
As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.
We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully.
For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org
Editor | Digital Content Strategist
Youth Villages is seeking a content strategist and editor to join our Digital Communications Department. This role will be responsible for creating, editing and managing high-quality content across various mediums, helping to ensure all messaging aligns with Youth Villages’ mission and engages its diverse audiences. This role will also require collaboration with stakeholders across departments to provide cohesive and effective communications for Youth Villages and its sub-brands, which include Memphis Allies and Janie’s Fund.
Key Duties and Responsibility:
The Editor | Digital Content Strategist:
Writes, edits, proofreads and optimizes engaging content for digital campaigns, social media, marketing materials, print collateral, websites, blogs, landing pages and newsletters, ensuring clarity, consistency and alignment with brand tone and style.
Optimizes content for search engines by applying SEO best practices, including keyword research and creating compelling headlines.
Serves as the primary editor for the Communications Department, ensuring content accuracy, consistency and alignment with brand guidelines and AP style.
Regularly reviews and updates website content to ensure all information and references are accurate and current.
Collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders to produce cohesive messaging for Youth Villages, Memphis Allies and Janie’s Fund.
Writes campaign briefs and produces all copy for integrated marketing campaigns.
Conducts research and fact-checking to ensure content is accurate, impactful and relevant to target audiences.
Monitors industry trends and emerging technologies to keep content strategies fresh and innovative.
Assists with additional content creation and editing duties as assigned by the manager.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or a related field.
3-5 years of professional experience in writing, editing or digital content roles.
Exceptional editorial ability, editing content not only for grammar/punctuation/spelling, but also for overall style, tone and formatting. Manging content across digital and print platforms.
Expertise in AP style; familiarity with SEO best practices is essential.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with digital analytics tools is a plus (inCopy).
Experience developing and executing content strategies that align with organizational goals.
Strong project management skills with a track record of balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated and adaptable to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Youth Villages Benefits
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
401(k)
Time off:
2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)
12 paid sick days per year
11 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
Growth & development through continuous training
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities
- Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.
Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.
For over 35 years, Youth Villages has transformed the lives of children and families nationwide through innovative, research-based programs focused on preserving and restoring families.
As a national leader in children’s mental and behavioral health, we serve more than 47,000 youth, young people, and their families annually across 29 states and Washington, D.C. Our proven treatment models drive long-term success in child welfare, juvenile justice, and mental health systems. At Youth Villages, we do what works — partnering with others to expand our impact and advocate for meaningful, lasting change.
We're seeking purpose-driven individuals who are passionate about making a difference. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 staff, Youth Villages is committed to investing in and supporting our employees by offering opportunities to build a fulfilling career through professional growth, personal development, and a mission that matters— helping children and families live successfully.
For more information, please visit www.youthvillages.org
Editor | Digital Content Strategist
Youth Villages is seeking a content strategist and editor to join our Digital Communications Department. This role will be responsible for creating, editing and managing high-quality content across various mediums, helping to ensure all messaging aligns with Youth Villages’ mission and engages its diverse audiences. This role will also require collaboration with stakeholders across departments to provide cohesive and effective communications for Youth Villages and its sub-brands, which include Memphis Allies and Janie’s Fund.
Key Duties and Responsibility:
The Editor | Digital Content Strategist:
Writes, edits, proofreads and optimizes engaging content for digital campaigns, social media, marketing materials, print collateral, websites, blogs, landing pages and newsletters, ensuring clarity, consistency and alignment with brand tone and style.
Optimizes content for search engines by applying SEO best practices, including keyword research and creating compelling headlines.
Serves as the primary editor for the Communications Department, ensuring content accuracy, consistency and alignment with brand guidelines and AP style.
Regularly reviews and updates website content to ensure all information and references are accurate and current.
Collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders to produce cohesive messaging for Youth Villages, Memphis Allies and Janie’s Fund.
Writes campaign briefs and produces all copy for integrated marketing campaigns.
Conducts research and fact-checking to ensure content is accurate, impactful and relevant to target audiences.
Monitors industry trends and emerging technologies to keep content strategies fresh and innovative.
Assists with additional content creation and editing duties as assigned by the manager.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or a related field.
3-5 years of professional experience in writing, editing or digital content roles.
Exceptional editorial ability, editing content not only for grammar/punctuation/spelling, but also for overall style, tone and formatting. Manging content across digital and print platforms.
Expertise in AP style; familiarity with SEO best practices is essential.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with digital analytics tools is a plus (inCopy).
Experience developing and executing content strategies that align with organizational goals.
Strong project management skills with a track record of balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated and adaptable to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Youth Villages Benefits
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug Coverage and Vision
401(k)
Time off:
2 week paid vacation (full-time) / 1 week paid vacation (part-time)
12 paid sick days per year
11 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Mileage & Cell Phone Reimbursement (when applicable)
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision
Growth & development through continuous training
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities
- Benefits are excluded for variable status employees.
Youth Villages is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Youth Villages is committed to not only advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace but also in our work with children and young adults. We know that children, families and young people of color can face inequity in child welfare and justice systems, and we train our employees to build the skills they need to work with the communities that we serve, as well as, other employees from different cultures and backgrounds. Youth Villages is opposed to racism in any of its forms and is committed to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We believe that respect for each other is crucial in the work that we do each day.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Media & Entertainment
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in digital editor jobs.
- Demonstrated experience editing digital content for a publication, brand, or media company
- Proficiency with at least one CMS platform such as WordPress or Contentful
- Strong command of AP Style or a specified house style guide
- Ability to edit for SEO including keyword placement and metadata
- Experience managing editorial workflows, deadlines, and contributor relationships
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, communications, or a related field
Tips for Your Digital Editor Job Search
Tailor your resume to each beat
Hiring managers for digital editor roles scan for domain match first. If you're applying to a health publication, your resume should lead with health content credits, not your full portfolio. Reorder your experience to mirror the outlet's subject matter before you apply.
Show CMS proficiency on your resume
Vague phrases like 'familiar with content management systems' won't move you past the screening stage. Name the specific platforms you've used, WordPress, Contentful, Arc Publishing, and note whether you published, edited, or managed workflows in each one.
Build a portfolio with edited, not just written, work
Many candidates submit only their own bylines. Editors are hired to shape other people's writing, so include before-and-after samples, annotated edit notes, or a brief case study showing how a piece changed under your hand.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists digital editor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Treat the editing test like a live assignment
Many outlets send a timed copy edit or structural rewrite as part of the interview. Ask for the brand's style guide in advance if it's publicly available, and treat the sample as you would real submitted work, noting your decisions in a brief cover note.
Negotiate scope, not just salary
Digital editor offers frequently leave content ownership, freelance policies, and tool budgets undefined. Before accepting, clarify whether you can publish bylined work elsewhere and whether the role controls its own editorial calendar, as these affect day-to-day authority significantly.
Digital Editor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most digital editors?
The companies hiring the most digital editors right now include Versant, DDM, and Nexstar Media Group, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Media companies, e-commerce brands, and content marketing agencies consistently post the highest volume of digital editor roles.
How many digital editor jobs are remote?
About 71% of digital editor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how thoroughly digital editorial work has decoupled from a physical office. Roles focused on content strategy, SEO editing, and newsletter production tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions tied to video or multimedia production more often require on-site presence.
How do you become a digital editor?
Start by building a portfolio of edited work, not just writing credits, that demonstrates you can improve a piece structurally and at the line level. Get hands-on with at least one major CMS and learn AP Style or a comparable house style. Entry-level roles at content agencies, digital publications, or brand content teams are common starting points, and many editors move up from staff writer or editorial assistant positions.
Can you get a digital editor job with little or no experience?
Yes, especially if you can show edited work in a portfolio, even from a college publication, a volunteer project, or a personal blog where you edited contributor posts. Employers at smaller outlets and content agencies are more likely to hire candidates with limited paid experience when the portfolio demonstrates sharp judgment on structure, clarity, and style. Freelance editing credits also carry real weight.
What does the digital editor interview process look like?
Most digital editor interviews include a phone or video screen with an HR contact, followed by a hiring manager conversation focused on editorial judgment, workflow management, and familiarity with the outlet's content. A practical editing test, typically a timed copy edit or structural rewrite of a sample piece, is standard at most organizations. Final rounds often involve meeting other editorial team members or a senior content leader.
Where can I find and apply to digital editor jobs?
You can find and apply to digital editor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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