Managing Editor (Specialty Retail)

Great American Media Services (GAMS), a leading publisher of business-to-business magazines, websites, other digital products and events, is seeking an ambitious, forward-thinking full-time managing editor for its retail division to work closely with the editorial director on Gift Shop® Plus and Stationery Trends. 

The ideal candidate will have the basics of journalism down and is comfortable in both print and online reporting. This person will have the opportunity to work across platforms building community, gathering information, editing it and presenting it in multimedia packages to the audiences. Our editors have to be able to do it all: come up with innovative story ideas, write, copy edit, proofread, take photos and build engagement online.

Our managing editors serve as thought leaders and are the driving force behind their publication’s brand, engaging readers across all platforms. This position is responsible primarily for managing and directing the content process and championing the overall content quality of the publication both in print, digitally and in person. 

Responsibilities include understanding the industry covered, as well as readers’ information needs and marketing partner goals while overseeing the development of editorial content to meet these needs. Brand ambassador/managing editor will work closely with the team to deliver industry-leading content, events and other products to serve their market.

Duties include:

• Developing an industry-leading editorial calendar

• Managing the editorial process for a print publication, website and e-newsletters

• Writing/creating content for multiple platforms (print and digital) and creating a content distribution plan to drive traffic and engage customers 

• Working on social media to share our content and engage with our readership and advertisers/potential advertisers

• Editing all content to adhere to A.P. and GAMS house style

• Consistently monitoring analytics across all platforms to continually improve audience engagement and identify areas of opportunity or improvement

• Maintaining a roster of freelance contributors and managing freelancer budget

• Soliciting content contributions from retailers, makers, trade shows, suppliers and others in the industry for inclusion in print and digital products

• Developing and nurturing relationships with industry members (readers and marketing partners)

• Facilitating events, including webinars and in-person events

• Actively seeking out and coming up with new ideas and opportunities to continue to grow the brand and audience

• Representing the brand at industry events

• Being a team player and collaborating effectively and harmoniously with all team members throughout the organization 

Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance available

• Flexible spending account

• 401k with match

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Paid time off to volunteer

Remote position; reports to editorial director.