Editorial Director
Mediabistro, New York, NY, United States
Position Overview
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Editorial Director for three B2B media brands serving a variety of industries. The successful candidate will oversee the editorial direction and content strategy across a diverse portfolio, including print publications, live events and digital platforms. This role requires a blend of high-level planning and day-to-day execution to deliver high-quality content to senior-level executives.
Core Responsibilities
Print & Digital Publication Management
Editorial Strategy: Develop and execute annual editorial calendars as needed.
Production Oversight: Manage the end-to-end planning of four print issues per year.
Content Coordination: Schedule and assign articles by managing a mix of freelance writers and industry contributors.
Editorial Execution: Manage the traffic of all content through the production cycle, including rigorous editing and proofreading.
Digital Strategy & Website Management
Daily Content Operations: Lead daily content creation for the brand website and newsletters, balancing original reporting with solicited industry contributions.
CMS Management: Utilize WordPress to publish daily industry news and long-form features.
SEO Leadership: Apply advanced SEO copywriting and optimization skills to improve search engine rankings (SERPs) and drive organic traffic.
Live Events & Multimedia
Conferences: Direct all programming for two annual conferences, including speaker recruitment, session selection, and management of the brands’ Advisory Boards.
Webinars: Represent the brands as a moderator for educational webinars, providing editorial insight during planning and leading live Q&A sessions.
Podcasts: Produce and host podcasts featuring industry experts, overseeing everything from topic development to conducting interviews.
Technical Skills & Qualifications
Software Proficiency: Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign, and WordPress.
SEO Expertise: Proven experience in SEO content writing, keyword research, and SERP analysis.
Work Environment & Travel
Hybrid Work: This position offers the flexibility of being a hybrid role.
Travel: Occasional travel is required for annual conferences, industry trade shows and client visits.
Benefits include healthcare, vision, and 401k.
We are seeking a strategic and hands-on Editorial Director for three B2B media brands serving a variety of industries. The successful candidate will oversee the editorial direction and content strategy across a diverse portfolio, including print publications, live events and digital platforms. This role requires a blend of high-level planning and day-to-day execution to deliver high-quality content to senior-level executives.
Core Responsibilities
Print & Digital Publication Management
Editorial Strategy: Develop and execute annual editorial calendars as needed.
Production Oversight: Manage the end-to-end planning of four print issues per year.
Content Coordination: Schedule and assign articles by managing a mix of freelance writers and industry contributors.
Editorial Execution: Manage the traffic of all content through the production cycle, including rigorous editing and proofreading.
Digital Strategy & Website Management
Daily Content Operations: Lead daily content creation for the brand website and newsletters, balancing original reporting with solicited industry contributions.
CMS Management: Utilize WordPress to publish daily industry news and long-form features.
SEO Leadership: Apply advanced SEO copywriting and optimization skills to improve search engine rankings (SERPs) and drive organic traffic.
Live Events & Multimedia
Conferences: Direct all programming for two annual conferences, including speaker recruitment, session selection, and management of the brands’ Advisory Boards.
Webinars: Represent the brands as a moderator for educational webinars, providing editorial insight during planning and leading live Q&A sessions.
Podcasts: Produce and host podcasts featuring industry experts, overseeing everything from topic development to conducting interviews.
Technical Skills & Qualifications
Software Proficiency: Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign, and WordPress.
SEO Expertise: Proven experience in SEO content writing, keyword research, and SERP analysis.
Work Environment & Travel
Hybrid Work: This position offers the flexibility of being a hybrid role.
Travel: Occasional travel is required for annual conferences, industry trade shows and client visits.
Benefits include healthcare, vision, and 401k.