Senior Editor

Floor Covering News (FCNews), the industry’s leading publication serving flooring retailers, distributors and manufacturers, is seeking a Senior Editor to join its editorial team. This role is ideal for a versatile journalist with strong reporting instincts, sharp editing skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The Senior Editor will be responsible for producing high-quality editorial content across print and digital platforms while contributing to the overall voice and direction of FCNews. Key responsibilities Write and develop a wide range of editorial content, including breaking news, long-form features, Q&As and company spotlights. Edit and refine raw manuscripts for clarity, flow, readability, style and punctuation. Clean up and adapt press releases for publication in print and online. Manage multiple assignments simultaneously in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment. Conduct interviews with high-level executives across the flooring industry, including manufacturers, distributors and retailers. Proofread pages prior to final production to ensure accuracy and consistency (AP Style familiarity preferred). Pitch and develop creative story ideas for both print features and digital news coverage. Post and promote content across social media channels. Publish and optimize content via WordPress with an understanding of SEO best practices. Source and coordinate artwork and visuals for editorial content across platforms. Travel as needed, including overnight trips for industry events and on-site coverage. Qualifications Strong writing and editing background with the ability to adapt tone across formats Experience in journalism, publishing or a related field Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills Confidence in interviewing and engaging with senior-level industry professionals Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment Familiarity with CMS platforms (WordPress preferred) and social media publishing #J-18808-Ljbffr