Associate Editor

Seeking a talented Associate Editor to manage editorial operations in a full-time remote role, the successful candidate will edit, publish, and write content while overseeing the growth and engagement of Planetizen's urban planning platform.
Key responsibilities

Edit and publish 2-5 feature articles weekly while managing external contributors and shaping editorial processes
Source, summarize, and publish approximately 30 pieces of urban planning news for the Planetizen newsfeed each week
Utilize analytics to monitor content performance and write templated posts for social media and newsletters

Required qualifications

2+ years of experience in a newsroom or editorial environment with experience managing contributors
Strong judgment and critical thinking skills with the ability to maintain editorial quality under tight deadlines
Proficient in using Google Workspace, Google Analytics, and content management systems like Drupal
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with excellent time-management skills
Interest in urban planning and the ability to quickly become knowledgeable about the field