Editorial Director

Crash Media Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Crash Media Group seeks an Editorial Director to shape the content strategy across its brands. The role entails leading editorial teams, ensuring high standards of quality, and driving audience engagement in a dynamic hybrid work environment. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in journalism, exceptional writing skills, and significant editorial leadership experience.

Benefits

Health insurance

Opportunities for professional development

Vibrant work culture

Internal development team

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an editorial leadership role within a media organisation, ideally in automotive.
• Extensive understanding of SEO and audience engagement.
• Strong project management skills to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the editorial teams to ensure high-quality content.
• Develop and implement editorial strategy to meet organisational goals.
• Maintain high editorial standards and oversee content calendar.

Skills

SEO

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Interpersonal Skills

Team Management

Analytical Skills

Digital Content Strategies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Content Management Systems

Analytics Tools

Job description

Location: London/Home (office 3 days / week)

Job Type: Full-Time

About Crash Media Group:

Crash Media Group is a dynamic and innovative digital sport and special interest media organisation dedicated to delivering engaging and insightful content across various platforms. We have four main brands Crash.net, GolfMagic, Visordown and Car Throttle. Our mission is to inform, inspire, and connect audiences through high-quality journalism and storytelling.

Position Overview:

The Editorial Director will lead and manage the editorial teams, overseeing content strategy, development, and execution across multiple channels. This role involves shaping the vision for our editorial direction, ensuring that all content aligns with our brand values and meets the highest standards of quality. You will also be a keen writer and want to still be “at the coalface” yourself

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the editorial strategy to meet the organisation’s goals and objectives.
• Lead and mentor the editorial team, fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration.
• Oversee the content calendar, ensuring timely delivery of articles, features, and multimedia content.
• Collaborate with other departments, including audience, social and video teams, to enhance audience engagement and reach.
• Ensure SEO best practice guidelines are adhered to across all web content.
• Maintain high editorial standards, ensuring accuracy, quality, and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Analyse audience metrics and feedback to refine content strategies and improve performance.
• Stay informed on industry trends and emerging platforms to keep the organisation at the forefront of media innovation.
• Manage budgets related to editorial projects and content production.

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
• An extremely good understanding of SEO from an editorial standpoint.
• Proven experience in an editorial leadership role within a media organisation. Preferably on an automotive publication.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Excellent understanding of audience engagement and digital content strategies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in team management.
• Proficiency in analytics tools and content management systems.
• Be very familiar with social media, its uses and how to get the best from it.
• Competitive salary. Up to £70k + bonus (depending on experience)
• Health insurance and other benefits
• Hybrid work environment - 3 days in office
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A vibrant work culture that values creativity and innovation.
• Internal development team with robust CMS.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter, and samples of previous work to [e-mail] . Please include "Editorial Director Application - [Your Name]" in the subject line.

Crash Media Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.