Editorial Assistant – Digital Media Position Available In Fulton, Georgia

Editorial Assistant – Digital Media 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars Atlanta, GA 30339 DDM Group, the parent company for Atlanta Black Star , is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Editorial Assistant to join our dynamic newsroom. This person will play a crucial cross-functional support role for both our editorial and social media teams. The ideal candidate is an adaptable problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced digital media environment and can juggle shifting priorities, tight deadlines, and diverse responsibilities with ease. This is not an entry-level role. We’re looking for someone with previous experience in a newsroom or digital editorial setting, who understands the rhythms of news production and takes pride in being the person others can depend on to help get things done. Key Responsibilities Support day-to-day execution of editorial and social media strategies Conduct fast, accurate research and background sourcing for breaking news, trending news and features Perform fact-checking across a wide range of stories, including news, politics, entertainment, and social justice Collaborate with editors on story planning, development, and content packaging Coordinate scheduling and logistics for interviews and special projects Write or top-edit headlines, social copy, and other content as needed Monitor trends and provide timely pitches or insights Assist with sourcing visual assets (images, video clips, embeds) and ensuring proper usage rights Maintain shared calendars, databases, contact lists, and editorial tracking systems Handle outreach to sources, experts, publicists, and organizations Serve as a utility player and reliable extra set of hands during breaking news or high-volume days