MANAGING EDITOR

Managing Editor Job Department Editorial Team Seeking a talented and detailed oriented person with strong writing and editorial skills for the Managing Editor position. You’ll work directly with the Editor-in-Chief and manage other senior editors to ensure that stories are regularly written and posted online. The Managing Editor is responsible for the day-to-day operations and workflow of the digital magazine. You will be involved in managing and outreaching for pitches, foster relationships with existing contacts, managing the publication calendar on an ongoing basis, and working with the editorial staff to maintain a smooth workflow. Detail orientation is a must. Should Be Familiar With TrelloSubmittable Preference for candidates who General Duties And Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day production schedule of the magazine through assigning deadlines, managing Trello board, and publication of piecesReview pitches-at-large and assign to appropriate editors and/or respond to pitchesHelp recruit and train new editors and work closely with writers to ensure their stories align with the “Hyphen voice”Review and perform edits for pieces to the Hyphen style guideWrite timely articles and/or pitch stories of your ownPerform other editorial duties as needed Knowledge And Skills Google AppsMicrosoft Word and ExcelAbility to pick up new applications easily (ie: Drupal, Trello, Submittable)Basic HTML skillsLoves workflow operations optimization and maintaining a tidy calendarDeadline obsessedProven editing and professional journalism experienceBasic copy editing skills (Knowledge of AP Style a plus)Solid experience in duties outlined aboveMind-blowing verbal & writing skillsPassion for learning and desire to support Hyphen’s growth How To Apply Submit the following via email to getinvolved@hyphenmagazine.com: Cover letterResume/CVClip packet with at least 3 clipsEmail this page