Managing Editor

ZeenMedia; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 1,004,000 - 1,451,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

ZeenMedia, based in Quezon City, is seeking a Managing Editor to lead day-to-day editorial operations and plan content calendars. You will coordinate with writers, editors, and contributors to ensure timely, high-quality content across platforms.

The role requires strong editing, leadership, and communication skills, with a focus on brand voice and editorial standards. On-site position with opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced media environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in editorial management, including overseeing content planning and production timelines.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills with consistency to style guides and brand voice.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor editorial teams and provide constructive feedback.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attention to detail across multiple projects.
• Experience with digital and/or print media, CMS workflows, publishing processes, and analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan content calendars and assign stories to writers and editors.
• Review and edit content for clarity, accuracy, tone, and adherence to editorial standards.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including design, marketing, and production.
• Ensure deadlines and production schedules are met.
• Mentor team members and resolve editorial issues while maintaining brand voice.
• Collaborate with leadership to refine editorial strategy and align content with brand goals.
• Build and maintain strong brand partnerships and contribute to editorial governance.

Skills

Editorial management

Editing & proofreading

Leadership & mentoring

Communication skills

CMS platforms

Content planning

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Digital & print media familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Studies, English, or related field

Tools

CMS platforms

Job description

Company Description

ZeenMedia is a growing media organization focused on delivering engaging, high-quality content across digital and traditional platforms. Based in Quezon City, the company aims to inform, inspire, and entertain diverse audiences through compelling storytelling and thoughtful editorial curation.

ZeenMedia values collaboration, creativity, and integrity in its editorial processes and content production. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, innovate, and help shape a dynamic media brand. The company offers opportunities for professional development and growth within a fast-paced, evolving media environment.

Role Description

The Managing Editor role at ZeenMedia is a full-time, on-site position located in Quezon City. This role oversees the day-to-day editorial operations, including planning content calendars, assigning stories, and coordinating with writers, editors, and other content contributors. The Managing Editor reviews and edits content for clarity, accuracy, tone, and adherence to editorial standards, while ensuring deadlines and production schedules are consistently met. The role involves collaborating with leadership to refine editorial strategy, aligning content with brand objectives, audience needs, and platform guidelines. Additional responsibilities include mentoring team members, managing workflows, resolving editorial issues, brand partnerships and maintaining a consistent, high-quality brand voice across all channels.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in editorial management, including overseeing content planning, assigning stories, and managing production timelines.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills, with the ability to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with style guides and brand voice.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor editorial teams, provide constructive feedback, and foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience in digital and/or print media, including familiarity with content management systems, publishing workflows, and analytics tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Studies, English, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working on-site in Quezon City and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams such as design, marketing, and production.
• Knowledge of current media trends, audience engagement strategies, and best practices for content across multiple platforms is highly beneficial.