The Editor is responsible for maintaining consistency, accuracy, and readability as well as proofreading all content for clarity, spelling, and punctuation. This position is responsible for the planning, producing, and publishing of Company magazines and handles other special projects as assigned. The Editor sets the Editorial calendar, establishes themes, coordinates with Designers and executives, edits, and writes articles. The Editor assigns content resources and helps in training and mentoring staff writers as needed. The Editor demonstrates knowledge of multiple forms of writing, such as feature, blogging, business, copy, script, SEO, technical, web, etc.
MUST INCLUDE WRITING SAMPLE(LINK ACCEPTABLE) WITH APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establish, coordinate, and execute Editorial process for Company magazines and other publications, such as newsletters and e-marketing materials.
- Assist with the training and onboarding of new hires on the content team
- Ensures content is accurate, consistent, and proofread prior to submitting to Content Manager
- Coordinate resources to ensure timely completion of magazines and publications
- Write and edit content to be published for print or electronic media: magazines, newsletters, emails, ads, websites, etc.
- Liaises with internal departments, such as actuary, compliance, legal, and sales.
- Adheres to and enforces department’s style guide and ensures all materials are consistent in grammar, punctuation, formatting, and spelling.
- Contributes to and/or oversees special projects as assigned.
Required Skills
- Must be able to communicate ideas and/or correction clearly to writing team
- Strong proofreading, writing, and editing skills are required.
- Must be able to write for a variety of audiences, including consumers and sales representatives.
- Must be flexible and able to switch focus to different projects when business demands change.
- Excellent time management skills with ability to prioritize assignments.
- Strong follow up and attention to detail.
- Ability to autonomously investigate/research information needed for projects.
- Ability to communicate with all levels within organization, including senior management.
- Bilingual- preferred
Required Experience
- English or Journalism degree from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must have 3 - 5 years writing experience as part of employment history
- Experience with Magazine editing
- Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Adobe XD, Workfront
- Must be able to communicate with graphic designers, web designers, various company departments, and outside vendors
- Must have strong attention to detail, project management skills, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments