Associate Digital Editor

Job Summary
MilMag is hiring a part‑time digital editor to lead the editorial side of things, focusing on ideation, assigning, and editing for the digital site.

General Purpose of Job
The Associate Digital Editor plays a key role in Milwaukee Magazine’s editorial strategy, extending the magazine’s core mission into the digital realm. With a journalist’s instinct for storytelling and a commitment to editorial integrity, this role brings a curious, investigative mindset to uncovering and sharing the stories that matter most to our audience. Working closely with the magazine’s Executive Editor and collaborating with members of the art and edit teams, the Associate Digital Editor oversees Milwaukeemag.com, which operates on a WordPress platform. This includes posting print stories on the site, assigning and editing digital‑only stories, and curating and disseminating a variety of newsletters. As a self‑starter, this individual proactively manages a dynamic content calendar, leverages digital strategy and analytics tools, and continuously seeks opportunities to enhance engagement and grow the brand’s digital presence. A passion for and curiosity about our city and region is essential.

This is a part‑time position requiring 20‑25 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities

Publishing content to a WordPress‑based website

Planning and scheduling combination of digital‑only and print stories

Assigning, editing and formatting digital stories

Uploading, formatting and publishing print stories

Managing editorial contributors for digital stories

Working with freelancers (assigning stories, handling invoices, etc.)

Working with interns on digital stories (assigning, editing, feedback, etc.)

Writing stories for print and digital platforms as needed

Managing and executing email promotion of digital and print editorial content, including the daily newsletter, Side Dish and the Weekend Guide

Developing new editorial newsletters

Working with other team members to develop and maintain overall digital strategy for the brand

Monitoring performance and analytics for the website

Shooting and editing videos

Job Requirements

Education – bachelor’s degree in journalism preferred or equivalent experience

Experience – 2 to 4 years in a similar position

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Excellent writing and editing skills

Knowledge of Associated Press Style Book

Well‑versed in journalistic standards

Proficient in WordPress

SEO/GEO familiarity

Basic knowledge of HTML coding

Experience with META Business Suite

Familiarity with Semrush

Ability to learn new programs easily

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a place of belonging — a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

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