Managing Editor

At 910 Media Group, we’re building the future of local and regional media. Our portfolio includes trusted broadcast brands, MyNorth.com, Traverse Northern Michigan magazine, newsletters, social channels, events, video and emerging digital products that connect audiences with the people, places, experiences and stories that define Northern Michigan.

We’re seeking an experienced managing editor to help manage and grow our MyNorth lifestyle content across print and digital platforms. This role is ideal for a highly organized editor who excels at developing stories, managing editorial workflows, and maintaining high standards for quality, voice and accuracy.

The ideal candidate is a strong editor, writer, and project manager who can keep content moving from pitch to publication and help identify opportunities to extend stories across platforms and reach audiences in meaningful ways.

Responsibilities

Help manage print and digital editorial calendars and keep stories moving from pitch to publication.

Identify strong story angles, seasonal trends and audience interests that resonate with Northern Michigan readers.

Assign, edit and write stories while maintaining strong editorial standards, structure and voice across platforms.

Help keep editorial production organized and on schedule across platforms using tools like Monday, Slack, WordPress and PageProof.

Adapt stories for newsletters, web and social platforms while maintaining editorial quality and audience focus.

Look for opportunities to thoughtfully extend stories across platforms, including newsletters, social media, video, events and other audience touchpoints.

Support a “create once, distribute thoughtfully” mindset by helping identify ways strong stories can be adapted and shared across platforms while maintaining editorial integrity and audience value.

Success in this role starts with producing and managing high-quality content, maintaining strong editorial standards, keeping projects on track and helping contributors do their best work. Successful candidates will be able to identify opportunities to extend strong stories across platforms and maximize the value of the content we create.

Qualifications

Degree in journalism, communications or related field

5+ years of editorial experience, preferably in lifestyle, regional or niche publishing

Strong editing and writing skills

Experience with print magazine production and digital publishing platforms

Excellent organizational and communication skills

What We Offer

Three weeks paid vacation plus holidays and sick time

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

A collaborative, entrepreneurial editorial environment

A flexible, hybrid work schedule

Location
Northern Michigan offers miles of shoreline, trails, forests and year-round outdoor recreation, along with a growing food, arts and culture scene.

Heritage Broadcasting d/b/a 910 Media Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, veteran status, height and weight, and any other protected classifications covered by federal, state or local laws.

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