Job Description
At Cahaba Media Group, we are a team of editors and creative minds who produce and publish leading B2B publications and digital media products for our respective industries. We’re a company focused on growth and the development of our employees, as well as the educational content that engages our audiences.
Wondering if you’re a good fit? We are looking for a brand steward who will be responsible for the editorial direction, brand strategy, operations, and all content and brand extensions. You are a deadline-driven, organized and energetic editor and manager looking to further your career in the publishing world. You thrive in a role in which words, freedom of creativity and meeting deadlines make your days whole. You:
- Have a bachelor’s degree in journalism, English or communications
- Have 5+ years of relevant work experience
- Have copy editing experience
- Have reporting and/or writing experience
- Are comfortable with the prospect of managing a team or have experience managing a team
- Have podcast or webinar hosting and/or editing experience
- Have experience attending or hosting trade shows and/or industry-specific conferences
- Love meeting new people and learning about a new industry
- Are familiar with AP Style, InDesign and WordPress (or similar content management systems)
- Are comfortable wearing many hats
Responsibilities as lead editor include:
- Set the strategic editorial policy for the brand commensurate with the company’s overall goals
- Oversee all editorial direction for print and web products
- Supervise editorial team and liaise with sales
- Supervise freelance teams, including photographers and writers
- Oversee print issue production and web content schedules
- Provide cover direction & guidance for the Creative Services department
- Build out, manage and approve budget and spending on behalf of brand
- Build out and launch promotional campaigns for special sections
- Facilitate and conduct webinar program and sales inquiries into webinar scheduling in partnership with webinar project manager
- Foster industry involvement, representation at events, conferences, association memberships, etc.
- Manage and expand Editorial Advisory Board
- Handle reader communication; conduct calls, solicit feedback, etc.
- Manage sales outreach (monitor SDR leads, “hot” requests and assign sales leads for content)
- Represent the brand externally at events and in the media to raise its profile
- Create and manage industry partnerships/sponsorships/trade-out programs
- Coordinate and compile special sections and special advertising sections
- Lead sponsored content edits and approvals
- Manage other special projects (reader survey, style guide, media guide, etc.)
- Edit and assist with sales materials as necessary (promotional emails, presentation decks, requests for proposals, online sponsored content, etc.)
- Hire, retain and develop editorial staff for the GRAPHICS PRO brand
- Document and conduct employee reviews
We strive to offer an environment that provides our employees with the right balance between work and family. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(K) & Company Match
- Paid time off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Student Loan 401K Match
- Flexible hours
- Referral bonuses
- Training and growth opportunities
This position may be performed remotely within the United States in any of the lower 48 states with the exception of California.
