Hiring for: Managing Editor
Company Description
At SEO Design Chicago we are passionate about growing the digital footprint and overall financial success of small to medium-sized businesses locally and nationwide. As a locally-owned, multi-faceted digital marketing firm, SDC prides itself on providing tailor-made programs that meet client needs with an array of strategies, tools, and processes that have proven successful for even the most niche clients. Through traditional digital marketing, web development, analytics, graphic design, social media, and the execution of successful ad campaigns, SEO Design Chicago sets itself apart from other marketing firms by offering the most comprehensive approach to any company’s contemporary marketing needs.
Job Description
We’re looking for a talented Managing Editor to lead our Content Department and oversee a variety of different types of writing across multiple platforms. You will be reporting to the Chief Content Officer and will supervise our department of editors and writers. A successful Managing Editor combines the creativity of a writer with the practical focus of an Operations Manager. While writing and editing content for our company and clients, you will also be expected to run a department of writers that consistently produce high-quality work in a timely manner.
If you are a highly organized, passionate, and adaptable individual with a background in editing, you are highly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Train, manage, and provide feedback to our team of editors, writers, and interns
- Collaborate with our Chief Content Officer to determine issues, content, and topics
- Coordinate meetings
- Plan and approve assignments for writers and editors
- Control schedules and enforce deadlines
- Oversee proofreading procedures and edit copy when necessary
- Assist in evaluating finalized copy for compliance with policies, style, and tone
- Post articles across a variety of platforms using guest post software
- Create articles, social media content, longform content, and rewrites as necessary
- Contribute to an ongoing conversation of improving and upgrading our systems and processes
- Host regular meetings with vendors
- Adhere to SEO Design Chicago’s policies and best practices at all times
- Software management
Skills and Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to motivate a team and foster teamwork
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office and Google Suite
- Highly motivated and target driven
- Time management and organizational skills
- Openness to feedback
- Experience as an editor or other relevant role
- Exceptional ability in copywriting and editing
- Proficiency in English
- Working knowledge of online platforms like WordPress and SEO concepts
- Abilities in planning and coordinating people and operations
- Reliability and efficiency
- Attention to detail
- BA in English, Journalism, or related field
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
