Editor / Editorial Manager

ICONIC LIFE Magazine; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ICONIC LIFE Magazine in Scottsdale, AZ seeks an Editorial Manager to lead our luxury lifestyle storytelling. This full-time, on-site role manages the editorial calendar, oversees content from pitch to publication, and ensures every story reflects the brand’s voice across print and digital.

You will coordinate with writers, designers, and photographers, review layouts, and work with leadership on content strategy, special issues, and branded content.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of editorial experience and proven calendar management.
• Excellent writing and proofreading with luxury lifestyle tone.
• Experience in content strategy and brand-aligned storytelling.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and cross-functional coordination.
• Familiarity with SEO, analytics, and social media for editorial content.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the editorial calendar from concept to publication.
• Assign and edit articles, coordinating with writers, designers, and photographers.
• Maintain consistent quality and tone across print and digital platforms.
• Review layouts, approve headlines and copy, and collaborate on content strategy.
• Monitor performance metrics and stay current on luxury lifestyle trends.
• Refine editorial processes to support timely, high-impact content.

Skills

Editorial management

Writing & proofreading

Content strategy

Leadership & collaboration

Attention to detail

SEO & analytics

Communication

Education

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

Job description

Company Description

ICONIC LIFE is a luxury lifestyle magazine that celebrates the art of living beautifully through exceptional design, architecture, style, cuisine, travel, and aspirational living. The publication highlights the visionary people, brands, and ideas that shape innovative and stylish experiences. Content is curated daily for a sophisticated, uber-affluent national audience that values being in the know and discovering the best of the best. With a mission to be storytellers and curators of the ICONIC, the magazine blends beautiful design with compelling narratives that keep readers engaged. Team members join a passionate journey focused on luxury living and inspiring readers to “Be ICONIC.”

Role Description

The Editorial Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Scottsdale, AZ. This role oversees the editorial calendar, manages content production from concept to publication, and ensures all stories align with ICONIC LIFE’s luxury lifestyle brand and voice. Daily responsibilities include assigning and editing articles, coordinating with writers, designers, and photographers, and maintaining consistent quality and tone across print and digital platforms. The Editorial Manager reviews layouts, approves headlines and copy, and collaborates closely with leadership on content strategy, special issues, and branded content. The role also involves monitoring performance metrics, staying current on luxury lifestyle trends, and continuously refining editorial processes to support timely, high-impact content.

Qualifications

• 2-5 Years Experience
• Strong editorial and publishing skills, with experience managing an editorial calendar and overseeing content from pitch to final publication.
• Proficiency in writing and proofreading, with the ability to refine stories for clarity, voice, and luxury lifestyle appeal.
• Experience in content strategy, including planning themes, aligning content with brand goals, and optimizing for audience engagement.
• Background in magazine, digital media, or luxury lifestyle publishing is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership abilities, including managing contributors and cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-output environment.
• Familiarity with SEO best practices, analytics tools, and social media as they relate to editorial content.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, English, Media, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Target compensation: $50,000 - $65,000 (based on experience and qualifications)