Lifestyle Editor (Regional Magazine / Digital Publishing)

Chantilly, VA (In-Office) | Full-Time

About the role

An award-winning regional lifestyle magazine covering Northern Virginia's dining, culture, travel, and community scene is hiring a Lifestyle Editor to lead coverage across its print magazine, website, and newsletters. The publication serves an affluent and engaged readership throughout the region and has won more than a dozen editorial and design awards. This role is ideal for a seasoned editor and writer who thrives on generating compelling story ideas, managing multiple content streams, and producing high-quality journalism across print and digital platforms. The Lifestyle Editor also manages editorial interns and represents the publication at community events.

Responsibilities

• Pitching, assigning, writing, and editing engaging lifestyle content for both print and digital
• Overseeing coverage of food and drink, travel, things to do, and related topics
• Managing daily lifestyle-related online newsletters and website posts
• Contributing to daily news coverage and the publication's daily newsletter
• Participating in daily and weekly content planning meetings
• Editing and proofing print stories in Word, InDesign, and PDF formats
• Editing and producing digital stories in WordPress, including photo formatting
• Managing editorial interns
• Attending media events, conducting interviews, and representing the magazine in the community

Requirements

• At least 5 years of professional writing and editing experience, preferably in magazines, newspapers, digital media, or lifestyle publications
• Strong editorial judgment with the ability to generate fresh, audience-focused story ideas
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, and fact-checking skills
• Deep understanding of digital publishing, audience engagement, and content strategy
• Strong knowledge of SEO best practices and content optimization
• Experience with WordPress or other content management systems
• Knowledge of AP Style with keen attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously
• Interest in and knowledge of Northern Virginia's communities, culture, dining scene, and lifestyle trends

This is an in-office position; remote candidates will not be considered.