Soundings Trade Only, a leading marine industry trade publication, is seeking a skilled and experienced senior editor to join our editorial team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conceiving and writing long- and short-form stories; reporting and writing daily industry news; conducting interviews with key industry participants; participating in the editorial and production process for monthly print issues; representing the brand at trade events; and assisting with shaping the voice and direction of the publication, driving content strategy and maintaining editorial standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Write and report up to five daily trade news stories for the Trade Only Today e-newsletter, which deploys Monday-Friday each week.
- Identify news stories for follow-up original reporting, both in the print and digital products.
- Participate in the conception, writing, reporting and production of short- and long-form stories, interviews and two data-driven columns for the Soundings Trade Only print issues each month.
- Review and edit digital and print content for clarity, coherence, accuracy and adherence to AP and in-house style guidelines.
- Collaborate with the editor-in-chief to develop and execute new content strategies and ideas while identifying emerging trends.
- Contribute to editorial planning meetings and strategic discussions.
- Represent brand and report on industry trade conferences and shows across the United States and occasionally abroad.
- Conduct on-camera interviews as needed, both for original reporting and at applicable trade shows and events.
- Post and monitor print and digital content daily to social media channels.
- Collaborate with production department by sourcing high-quality artwork and photography for print layouts in Soundings Trade Only.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices and new technologies.
- Serve as stand-in for editor-in-chief during events and scheduled time off.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in editorial roles, with at least 3-5 years in a senior position.
- Proven track record in writing, editing, reporting and magazine production.
- Must be able to efficiently wield technology to produce print and digital products.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong understanding of editorial standards, style guides and content management systems.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
Preferred Skills:
- Well-versed in the Adobe Creative Suite, including InCopy and InDesign. Photoshop and Premiere experience a plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and adjacent Google software.
- Experience with digital content management systems, SEO best practices and social media posting and monitoring.
- Strong awareness of AP Style with the ability to self-edit on tight, recurring deadlines.
- Boating and boating industry experience a plus.
- Experience shooting or editing video/audio a plus.
Active Interest Media values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.