Managing Editor

Responsibilities

• Editorial Calendars: Help manage print and digital editorial calendars and keep stories moving from pitch to publication.
• Story Development: Identify strong story angles, seasonal trends and audience interests that resonate with Northern Michigan readers.
• Editing & Writing: Assign, edit and write stories while maintaining strong editorial standards, structure and voice across platforms.
• Workflow Management: Help keep editorial production organized and on schedule across platforms using tools like Monday, Slack, WordPress and PageProof.
• Cross-Platform Storytelling: Adapt stories for newsletters, web and social platforms while maintaining editorial quality and audience focus.
• Content Extension & Audience Engagement: Look for opportunities to thoughtfully extend stories across platforms, including newsletters, social media, video, events and other audience touchpoints.
• Liquid Content Thinking: 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.

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