Lead Multiplatform Editor — Digital Content Strategy

American Trucking Associations; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

American Trucking Associations' Transport Topics division is seeking a Managing Editor Multiplatform in Washington, DC. This full-time leadership role oversees digital content strategy and operations across multiple platforms, with a focus on timely, high-quality publishing.

The ideal candidate has a journalism background, strong editing skills, and a proven record in web publishing. Responsibilities include managing the home page, editing with InCopy and Drupal, and coordinating with MIS and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in web publishing and editing.
• Supervisory experience overseeing a team of web editors.
• Proficient in digital content creation, editing, and web publishing using Drupal and HTML.
• Familiar with Falcon, Adobe InCopy, and InDesign.

Responsibilities

• Manage the homepage of ttnews.com, including selecting stories, determining placement, and duration of featured content.
• Edit stories using InCopy, organize them into appropriate queues, and publish them on the Drupal website.
• Share stories on social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.
• Proofread print pages and provide final approval from the content managers’ desk.
• Monitor various news sources and social media platforms for relevant content related to Transport Topics.
• Create and manage a weekly signoff grid for print pages.
• Generate weekly assignments and email updates for the content managers’ desk.
• Collaborate with MIS and Marketing teams to monitor site performance, implement enhancements, and discuss content placement.
• Provide technical assistance and training to staff members as tools and processes evolve.
• Works closely with Executive Editor and News Editor to ensure a smooth flow of stories across various platforms
• Troubleshoot technical, procedural, workflow, and style issues as they arise.

Skills

Web publishing

Editing

Content strategy

Leadership

HTML

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field

Tools

Drupal

InCopy

InDesign

Falcon CMS

Job description

American Trucking Associations' Transport Topics division is seeking a Managing Editor Multiplatform in Washington, DC. This full-time leadership role oversees digital content strategy and operations across multiple platforms, with a focus on timely, high-quality publishing.

The ideal candidate has a journalism background, strong editing skills, and a proven record in web publishing. Responsibilities include managing the home page, editing with InCopy and Drupal, and coordinating with MIS and