Editorial Operations Lead

PCMA; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PCMA seeks a Managing Editor to lead Convene's editorial operations, ensuring timely, accurate, high-quality content across print and digital platforms. Working with the Editor-in-Chief, you will supervise workflows, production schedules, quality-control, and contributor management to meet editorial standards and business goals.

You will coordinate with design, production, business development, and external partners, serving as the main editorial liaison for print and digital products and

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the editorial calendar and production schedule for all print and digital editorial products.
• Coordinate workflow among editors, designers, freelancers, contributors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely completion of editorial and sponsored content projects.
• Proactively identify and resolve workflow, scheduling, and production challenges to keep projects on track.
• Maintain editorial processes, documentation, templates, and workflow procedures to support operational efficiency and consistency.
• Serve as the final quality-control reviewer for editorial content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to AP Style and Convene editorial standards.
• Copy edit, proofread, fact-check, and verify sources, statistics, attributions, captions, and supporting materials prior to publication.
• Ensure consistency of voice, tone, style, and brand standards across all editorial products and maintain the Convene Style Guide as needed.
• Manage publication production from assignment through final delivery, including proofing cycles, issue close processes, and production approvals.
• Serve as the primary editorial liaison with design, printing, and production partners to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of publication materials.
• Manage relationships with freelance writers, photographers, and contributors, including assignments, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external stakeholders to obtain content, approvals, and supporting materials necessary for publication.
• Serve as an editorial point of contact for sponsored and partner-supported content while maintaining editorial integrity and standards.
• Support the publication and distribution of content across digital platforms and collaborate with digital staff to ensure consistency between print and digital editorial products.
• Continuously evaluate and improve editorial workflows, production processes, and quality-control practices to enhance operational effectiveness.

Job description

PCMA seeks a Managing Editor to lead Convene's editorial operations, ensuring timely, accurate, high-quality content across print and digital platforms. Working with the Editor-in-Chief, you will supervise workflows, production schedules, quality-control, and contributor management to meet editorial standards and business goals.

You will coordinate with design, production, business development, and external partners, serving as the main editorial liaison for print and digital products and