Editor (Remote)

Lensa; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading career site is seeking a Senior Editor to drive exceptional editorial development across both digital and print platforms in Washington, D.C. The role requires a seasoned professional to manage editorial workflows, ensuring high-quality content that resonates with diverse audiences. Ideal candidates will possess a sharp editorial eye, strong communication skills, and a proven ability to manage creative direction, while fostering diverse perspectives and innovative storytelling approaches.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

401K plan

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in editorial roles.
• Strong editorial judgment and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commissioning and editing of editorial content.
• Manage workflows to ensure timely delivery and adherence to standards.
• Cultivate relationships with diverse writers and industry professionals.

Skills

Editorial Judgement

Attention to Detail

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

6+ years of editorial experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Editorial CMS platforms

Content planning tools (e.g., AirTable)

Job description

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Lensa is the leading career site for job seekers at every stage of their career. Our client, Cella, is seeking professionals. Apply via Lensa today!

Location: Washington, Washington, D.C.Job Type: ContractCompensation Range: $44.22 - 51.02 per hourWe’re looking for a seasoned Senior Editor to lead the development of exceptional editorial content across digital and print platforms. The ideal candidate has a sharp editorial eye, a strong network of freelance talent, and a passion for storytelling that informs and inspires. If you're excited to commission and shape stories that help readers better understand the world and their place in it, we want to hear from you.Responsibilities:

Oversee the development, commissioning, and editing of stories and editorial packages, including the creation of new franchises and innovative approaches to core topic coverage.

Manage workflows to ensure timely delivery, accuracy, and adherence to editorial standards and specifications.

Cultivate and maintain relationships with writers and industry professionals, with an emphasis on elevating diverse perspectives and emerging voices.

Report to the Editorial Director on project development and challenges, and assist with scheduling, contracting, production stages, and other administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum of 6+ years of editorial experience in a media environment, demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility and content management expertise.

Exceptional editorial judgment, attention to detail, and organizational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities; deep knowledge of storytelling in various formats and across platforms.

Ability to manage creative direction and relationships while executing on editorial vision.

Skilled in balancing multiple deadlines and projects with efficiency and clarity.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Self-driven and resourceful, with proven problem-solving abilities and sound independent judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to innovate and contribute fresh editorial ideas while collaborating across functions such as marketing, communications, and business operations.

Experience growing and diversifying digital and print audiences.

A natural curiosity and the ability to quickly absorb new subject matter.

Familiarity with the full editorial process, from ideation to publication, including resolution of logistical and creative challenges.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite, editorial CMS platforms (e.g., K4/InCopy), and content planning tools such as AirTable.

JOBID:1091509#PLEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail] offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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