Associate Director, Editorial Strategy (Hybrid)

Dc-Aapor; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 154,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Flexible/telework days

Job summary

Pew's Communications department seeks an Associate Director of Editorial Communications to lead a team of editors and freelancers, shaping Pew's editorial strategy for print and digital platforms. The role includes directing TOPs content, ensuring accuracy, and collaborating across policy, design, and digital teams.

The position involves partnering on multi‑format storytelling, including video scripts and podcasts, with a strong focus on reputational risk management and editorial standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 10 years of editing experience including senior‑level editorial leadership.
• Experience supervising staff and managing performance reviews.
• Familiarity with AP and Chicago style guides; basic SEO practices.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise a team of content editors and freelance editors; oversee performance management and scheduling.
• Serve as content editor for TOPs; plan editorial products and conduct senior‑level edits.
• Ensure accuracy and Pew voice across print and digital materials.
• Collaborate with policy experts, designers, and digital strategists on multi‑format storytelling.
• Support planning and production of special projects and cross‑program initiatives.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Staff supervision

AP Style

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience in magazine/podcast editing

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

CMS editing

Job description

Pew's Communications department seeks an Associate Director of Editorial Communications to lead a team of editors and freelancers, shaping Pew's editorial strategy for print and digital platforms. The role includes directing TOPs content, ensuring accuracy, and collaborating across policy, design, and digital teams.

The position involves partnering on multi‑format storytelling, including video scripts and podcasts, with a strong focus on reputational risk management and editorial standards.