Editorial Manager

Saronic Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Free lunch benefit

Unlimited snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies in Austin, TX is seeking an Editorial Manager to own the editorial calendar and drive the company’s storytelling across public relations and communications. You will identify compelling stories, translate complex technology into clear narratives, and partner with teams to ensure timely, high-impact content.

You’ll develop thought leadership, executive communications, and contributed articles while maintaining voice consistency and editorial quality in a fast-growing maritime

Qualifications

• 5+ years in PR, journalism, or corporate communications.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills.
• Strong editorial judgment to identify stories and proof points.
• Ability to build relationships across a complex organization.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability.
• Curiosity to dive into technical, operational, and business topics.
• Comfort in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the editorial calendar, milestones, and storytelling opportunities.
• Develop stories, content, and campaigns aligned with communications objectives.
• Turn complex technical topics into clear, credible narratives for external audiences.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to translate opportunities into coordinated communications.

Skills

Editorial strategy

Content development

Story development

Writing & editing

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Position Overview:

We’re seeking an Editorial Manager, to drive the editorial strategy, planning, and content engine for Saronic’s Public Relations and Communications function. This role will sit at the center of the organization’s storytelling efforts, identifying compelling stories, uncovering proof points, and creating the structure and momentum needed to consistently bring Saronic’s technology, people, mission, and impact to life.

You’ll operate with the instincts of a journalist and the discipline of an exceptional program leader: building relationships across the company, asking the right questions, spotting stories others might miss, and translating complex work into clear and compelling narratives. You’ll own the communications editorial calendar, connect company milestones to storytelling opportunities, and proactively fill gaps with timely, substantive content that advances Saronic’s broader communications objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Editorial Strategy & Planning

• Own and manage Saronic’s communications editorial calendar, creating a comprehensive view of company milestones, announcements, events, campaigns, and storytelling opportunities.
• Develop an editorial rhythm that ensures a consistent flow of high-quality content across Saronic’s communications channels.
• Identify gaps in the editorial calendar and proactively develop stories, content, and campaigns that keep Saronic’s narrative moving forward.
• Translate company priorities and communications objectives into clear editorial themes, storylines, and content opportunities.

Story Development & Reporting

• Build relationships across Saronic to uncover compelling stories, proof points, technical milestones, customer impact, employee expertise, and other moments that strengthen the company’s external narrative.
• Approach the organization with a journalist’s curiosity by asking thoughtful questions, following leads, and identifying stories and connections that may not otherwise surface.
• Conduct interviews and research across technical, operational, business, and leadership teams to develop accurate and differentiated content.
• Turn complex technical and business topics into clear, credible, and engaging narratives for external audiences.

Content Development & Execution

• Write, edit, and develop high-quality content across formats, including thought leadership, executive communications, company stories, contributed articles, talking points, briefing materials, digital content, and other editorial assets.
• Partner cross-functionally with Public Relations, Social, Marketing, Recruiting, and other teams to translate editorial opportunities into coordinated communications.
• Maintain a high editorial bar for clarity, accuracy, voice, and consistency across communications content.
• Move quickly from idea to execution, helping the communications function capitalize on timely opportunities while maintaining quality and strategic alignment.

Communications Operations & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Serve as a central point of coordination across the Public Relations and Communications function, helping connect priorities, milestones, content needs, and opportunities.
• Establish processes and operating rhythms that improve visibility, accountability, and execution across communications initiatives.
• Work cross-functionally to anticipate upcoming company developments and ensure communications opportunities are identified and planned for early.
• Help prioritize competing opportunities and keep high-impact editorial initiatives moving from concept through publication.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in public relations, journalism, corporate communications, public relations, content strategy, or a related field. Agency experience is a plus.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to turn complex subject matter into clear, compelling narratives.
• Strong editorial judgment and demonstrated ability to identify stories, angles, and proof points that resonate with external audiences.
• Proven ability to build relationships and source information across a complex organization.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with experience managing editorial calendars, multiple workstreams, and competing deadlines.
• Ability to operate both strategically and tactically, moving fluidly between long-range planning, story development, writing, and day-to-day execution.
• Intellectual curiosity and a willingness to dig deeply into technical, operational, and business topics.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced and high-growth environment with a high degree of ownership and autonomy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in technology, defense, aerospace, maritime, robotics, or industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Background in journalism, newsroom operations, editorial leadership, or another reporting-intensive environment.
• Experience developing executive thought leadership and working directly with senior leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to translate highly technical subject matter for broader audiences.
• Experience supporting integrated communications programs spanning earned media, owned content, social media, events, and executive communications.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
• Saronic pays 99% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.