Managing Editor, WearstlerWorld Job at Kelly Wearstler in Los Angeles

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Base pay range
$90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

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About WearstlerWorld

At Kelly Wearstler, WearstlerWorld is our dynamic storytelling platform on Substack—a curated space where design, travel, architecture, interiors, industrial design, art, and culture converge. It serves as a lens into the world of Kelly Wearstler, offering readers a blend of inspiring narratives and compelling visuals that reflect our ethos of luxury, creativity, and global cultural fluency.

We are seeking a Managing Editor to shape and guide this narrative with the precision of a seasoned luxury magazine editor and the creativity of an inspired storyteller. This role is ideal for someone who can marry editorial rigor with a keen visual sensibility, working at the intersection of content creation, brand vision, and cultural conversation.

Role Overview
The Managing Editor will oversee the editorial direction, content production, and publishing schedule for WearstlerWorld. You will commission and collaborate with top-tier writers, photographers, and creative contributors, shepherding projects from concept to final publication. This role requires close collaboration with Kelly and the studio team to ensure every piece reflects the brand’s voice, aesthetic, and vision.

The position demands a confident editor who is fluent in the language of luxury, deeply attuned to cultural and design trends, and skilled at translating conceptual ideas into immersive editorial experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and oversee the WearstlerWorld editorial calendar, ensuring a steady cadence of high-quality, brand-aligned stories

Conceptualize and pitch feature ideas that span design, travel, architecture, interiors, industrial design, art, and culture

Commission, brief, and edit work from freelance writers, photographers, and other creative contributors

Ensure all content meets brand standards for tone, quality, and visual integration

Content Production & Project Management

Manage multiple stories in production simultaneously, from ideation to final delivery

Collaborate with in-house designers, marketing, and digital teams to ensure content is visually compelling and optimized for publication

Coordinate with external contributors on deadlines, deliverables, and editorial direction

Align Substack editorial output with broader brand initiatives and other communication channels

Brand Stewardship

Maintain and evolve the WearstlerWorld editorial voice in alignment with the Kelly Wearstler brand ethos

Monitor cultural, design, and luxury market trends to ensure content remains relevant and distinctive

Work closely with Kelly to refine story concepts, ensuring her creative vision is woven into the editorial narrative

Qualifications & Experience

5–7 years of editorial experience within a design, culture, lifestyle, or luxury-focused publication or brand

Strong portfolio of published work that demonstrates a command of luxury storytelling and visual pairing

Proven ability to commission and manage top-tier creative talent

Exceptional editing skills with a meticulous eye for grammar, clarity, and tone

Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects with tight deadlines

Deep understanding of visual culture and the integration of imagery with narrative

Familiarity with digital publishing tools and platforms (experience with Substack a plus)

Attributes for Success

Editorial Sensibility : Innate ability to recognize a compelling story and present it in a way that resonates with a discerning global audience

Visual Literacy : Skilled at integrating words and imagery into a seamless narrative

Creative Agility : Comfortable working across diverse subject matter with speed, precision, and artistry

Collaborative Mindset : Thrives in an environment that values input from creative visionaries and multidisciplinary teams

Cultural Fluency : Well-versed in design history, contemporary trends, and global cultural touchpoints

At Kelly Wearstler, we value and invest in our team’s well-being, creativity, and professional growth. As a full-time employee, you will enjoy:

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, and holidays

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Employee discounts on Kelly Wearstler products and collaborations

Access to exclusive cultural events, design previews, and studio programming

A collaborative, design-forward work environment in our West Hollywood studio

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type
Full-time

Job function
Writing/Editing, Art/Creative, and Strategy/Planning

Industry
Interior Design

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In Summary: The Managing Editor will oversee the editorial direction, content production, and publishing schedule for WearstlerWorld . The position requires close collaboration with Kelly and the studio team to ensure every piece reflects the brand’s voice, aesthetic, and vision . As a full-time employee, you will enjoy competitive salary and performance-based incentives .

En Español: Este rango es proporcionado por Kelly Wearstler. Su salario real se basará en sus habilidades y experiencia hablar con su reclutador para obtener más información. Rango de pago básico $90,000.00 / año - $110,000.00./ano Mensaje directo del puesto de trabajo del director de Adquisición de Talentos de Kelly wearstler en Proper Hospitality & Kelly Wear stler Sobre WearstlarWorld En Kelly Wear Stler, WearstlersWorld es nuestra plataforma dinámica de narración en Substackun espacio curado donde el diseño, viajes, arquitectura, interiores, diseño industrial, arte y cultura convergen. sirve como una lente al mundo de Kelly WearStler, ofreciendo a los lectores una mezcla de narrativas inspiradoras e imágenes convincentes que reflejan la ética de producción de lujo, creatividad y fluidez cultural global. Este papel requiere una estrecha colaboración con Kelly y el equipo del estudio para garantizar que cada pieza refleje la voz, estética y visión de las marcas. La posición exige un editor confiado que sea fluido en el lenguaje del lujo, esté profundamente sintonizado con las tendencias culturales y de diseño, y experto en traducir ideas conceptuales a experiencias editoriales inmersivas. Responsabilidades clave Desarrollar y supervisar el calendario editorial WearstlerWorld, asegurando una cadencia constante de historias de alta calidad, alineadas con la marca Conceptualizar e imprimir ideas que atraen al diseño , viajes, arquitectura, interiores, diseño industrial, arte y cultura, Comisión Mundial profunda, y editar trabajo de escritores independientes, fotógrafos y otros colaboradores creativos Asegurarse de que todos los contenidos cumplen con los estándares de producción, calidad de contenido, y la capacidad de redacción y gestión de las historias por parte de los productores de Sensacionarios Proyecto Estratégico Encuentra sus capacidades de elaborar y gestionar un conjunto de proyectos de comunicación visual con otras compañías de mercado, así como mejorar su conocimiento de la línea de distribución de imagen y la calidad de las líneas directrices y de trabajo, integrarse con una amplia gama de diseños de productos y servicios, además de desarrollando una estrategiones gráficas o equipos de desarrollo de la información con una manera más compleja (complejidad). Como empleado a tiempo completo, disfrutará de: Salario competitivo e incentivos basados en el rendimiento Seguro integral de salud, odontología y visión Tiempo libre pagado, incluidos los días de vacaciones, licencia por enfermedad y feriados 401 ((k) plan de ahorro para jubilación con la compañía coincide Con descuentos de los empleados en productos y colaboraciones Kelly Wearstler Acceso a eventos culturales exclusivos, visitas previas del diseño y programación de estudio Un entorno laboral colaborativo y orientado al diseño en nuestro estudio West Hollywood nivel de antigüedad Mediano-nivel Senior Tipo de empleo Función de trabajo de jornada completa Escribir/Editar, Arte/Creatividad, y Estrategia/Planar Industria Interior Design #J-18808-Ljbffr.