Associate Editor, Condé Nast Traveler

Advance Magazine Publishers Inc.; World Trade Center (NY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Condé Nast Traveler, based in New York, is seeking an Associate Editor to lead editorial work across print, digital and social platforms, with a focus on the magazine and big franchise packages. You will pitch, edit, and coordinate with editors across CNT’s markets, manage tentpole moments like the Gold List and Hot List, and build strong relationships with writers, brands, and PR partners.

The role requires strong editing, reporting and collaboration with local and international teams, and a

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in print and digital media.
• Excellent reporting, editing and researching skills.
• Knowledge of content management systems and digital tools.
• Creative storytelling across media platforms.
• Pro‑actively collaborative with local and international teams.

Responsibilities

• Pitch, edit, and manage rubrics and story types in the print magazine’s front of book.
• Write or edit 2-3 digital stories per week
• Support top editors on larger features and story production
• Co‑lead major packages as needed throughout the year
• Manage organizational documents and support tentpole moments like Gold List and Hot List
• Support CNT’s seven markets on building and executing global editorial moments
• Build and maintain relationships with industry brands and PR firms
• Attend industry events and represent the brand
• Produce social and video storytelling as needed
• Develop relationships with writers and contributors as needed

Skills

Editing

Reporting

Research

CMS

Storytelling

Collaboration

Job description

As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel. We understand that time is the greatest luxury, which is why Condé Nast Traveler mines its network of experts and influencers so that you never waste a meal, a drink, or a hotel stay wherever you are in the world.

Job Description Location: New York, NY

Associate Editor, Condé Nast Traveler

Working out of the New York office, the Associate Editor will play a key role in producing editorial across platforms, with a particular focus on the print magazine and annual franchises such as the Hot List and Gold List. The position will also provide critical support for one-off special projects and for CNT’s general cruise and hotel coverage across, print, digital, and social. The Associate Editor reports to the brand’s Global Features Director.

Primary responsibilities

• Pitch, edit, and manage specific rubrics and story types in the print magazine’s front of book, including trend pieces and Q+As
• Write or edit 2-3 digital stories per week
• Support top editors on larger features and story production
• Co‑lead major packages as needed throughout the year
• Manage organizational documents and support the process of building out tentpole moments like the Gold List and Hot List
• Support key editorial franchises including management of our specialists as well as specialist-centered events
• Support editors across CNT’s seven markets (the US, the UK, Spain, Italy, the Middle East, India, and China) on building and executing global editorial moments
• Build and maintain relationships throughout the industry, including with leading hospitality brands and PR firms, to stay up to date on news
• Attend industry events and conferences to gather intel and represent the brand
• Produce social and video storytelling as needed
• Develop relationships with writers and contributors as supports the need of the brand

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of four years experience working on print and digital media.
• A travel, style, or pop culture background is preferred but not essential
• Excellent reporting, editing and researching skills
• Knowledge of content management systems and other digital tools
• Impeccable organizational skills and attention to detail
• Creative approach to storytelling across media platforms
• Pro‑actively collaborative with local and international teams essential
• A love of travel and curiosity about the travel industry

The expected base salary range for this position is from $68,500-$82,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education. This is a guild position.

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.

Condé Nast is a global media company home to iconic brands including Vogue, GQ, AD, Condé Nast Traveler, Vanity Fair, Wired, The New Yorker, Glamour, Allure, Bon Appétit and many more. Headquartered in New York and London, the company produces award-winning journalism, content and entertainment for every platform today and operates in 32 markets worldwide including China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Spain, the U.K. and U.S., and Taiwan.

At Condé Nast we value diversity of background, views and cultures. We celebrate people for their personal qualities, their skills and contributions. And we recognize the power our brands have to influence and shape culture, catalyze action and help make our world a better place for all.

For more information, please visit condenast.com and follow @CondeNast and @CondeNastCareer for Twitter and @condenastcareers for Instagram.