Publication Specialist Level 2 Magazine Editor

Nashville Public Radio; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gemini Industries Inc. seeks a Publication Specialist Level 2 Magazine Editor to oversee the complete magazine lifecycle, ensuring timely, accurate editorial output that meets government style and accessibility standards.

The role requires senior-level experience in editorial management, strong coordination across authors, designers, and legal reviewers, and a proven ability to drive quality control and production schedules in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in editorial and publication management.
• Proven track record producing a periodical, preferably a technical or specialty publication.
• Advanced editing: substantive editing, copyediting, proofreading, and publication-cycle management.
• Deep understanding of Section 508 accessibility and Federal publishing standards.
• Ability to manage complex approval workflows and coordinate between technical and creative teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide Lifecycle & Production Management: oversee magazine lifecycle, production schedules, and article version control with an extensive approval chain.
• Provide Editorial & Writing Support: high-level editorial support, content development, promo materials, strict version control and QA throughout editing and production.
• Act as Stakeholder Liaison: coordinate between writers, layout/design teams, reviewers, and legal counsel.
• Ensure Compliance & Quality Control: ensure articles and magazine adhere to GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, and Section 508 accessibility; secure sign-offs.
• Provide Logistical Oversight: manage distribution and formatting specs to meet organizational standards for professional release.

Skills

Editorial management

Copyediting

Proofreading

Publication-cycle management

Section 508 accessibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or related field

Master’s degree or advanced professional certification desirable

Job description

Gemini Industries Inc. provides technical, management and operations services to support National Security projects. We provide rapid response to the critical needs of our customers and those they serve. We perform analyses and develop operations plans to anticipate and prepare for the future. And we deliver advanced technology to improve our customer’s success in executing its mission.

Gemini Seeks Innovative, Results-oriented Individuals With The Creativity, Initiative, And Intelligence To Overcome Any Challenge And Succeed. Members Of The Gemini Team Thrive In a Culture That Is Anticipatory, Agile, And Schedule-driven; With a Sense Of Urgency And a Drive To Succeed. Our Culture Involves

• The best and brightest personnel
• Work at a high operations tempo
• Integrated teams delivering rapid solutions
• An attitude that balances “I can make it better” with “As long as we succeed”

Publication Specialist Level 2 Magazine Editor

Level: Senior

Location: McLean, VA / Washington, DC (onsite and offsite support as authorized by the customer).

Clearance: No Clearance Required. However the agency will conduct a National Agency Check and Inquiries (with fingerprinting), which consists of searches of records covering specific areas of a person's background during the past five (5) years. Those inquiries are sent to current and past employers, schools attended, references, and local law enforcement authorities.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a closely-related field. A Master’s degree or equivalent advance professional certification is highly desirable.

Outcomes

• Deliver accurate, high-quality, accessible, and timely products and services that meet FHWA requirements and support positive Government performance feedback.
• Identify and resolve quality, coordination, schedule, or technical issues early enough to prevent customer or mission impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide Lifecycle & Production Management: Oversee the complete magazine lifecycle, including establishing production schedules, managing the publication cycle, and systematically tracking article versions through a comprehensive approval chain.
• Provide Editorial & Writing Support: Provide high-level editorial support, assisting with content development and the creation of promotional materials. Implement strict version control and quality assurance protocols throughout the editing and document production process.
• Act as Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary liaison between writing/author teams and the layout/design teams. Manage complex review processes involving multiple stakeholders, including authors, technical reviewers, and legal counsel.
• Ensure Compliance & Quality Control: Ensure all final articles and the complete magazine adhere to the GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, and Section 508 accessibility requirements. Confirm all necessary sign-offs and approvals are secured before public release.
• Provide Logistical Oversight: Manage the administrative aspects of distribution and formatting specifications to ensure the final product meets all organizational standards for professional release.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in editorial and publication management.
• Proven track record overseeing the production of a periodical, preferable a technical or specialty publication (e.g., transportation or research journal).
• Advanced proficiency in substantive editing, copyediting, proofreading, and recurring publication-cycle management.
• Deep understanding of Section 508 accessibility and Federal publishing standards.
• Ability to manage complex approval workflows and coordinate effectively between technical and creative teams.

The Following Qualifications Are Desired

• Master’s Degree or equivalent advanced professional certification.
• Experience with a transportation, research, scientific, or technical periodical.
• Federal publication-management experience.

Travel

Continental U.S. (CONUS) travel may be required to attend customer meetings, program reviews, stakeholder engagements, training events, conferences, production activities, or mission-related activities as directed.

Other Requirements

E‑Verify Notice of Participation

This employer participates in E‑Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.

For more information on E‑Verify, please visit: www.e‑verify.gov

We Seek

• Highly motivated self-starters
• Resourceful individuals with extraordinary intellectual capability and the ability to rapidly learn and apply new concepts
• Individuals who have a “let me try” attitude and are resilient, present an opinion/position, justify it, and then accept whatever decision is made and charge forward
• Individuals who view criticism as an opportunity to improve (“let me try again”)
• Individuals who think and create, enhancing the company with a steady flow of fresh ideas, perspective, and energy.

Gemini Industries Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affidative Action Employer. We are committed to abiding by the requirements of 41 CFR

• 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability and any other basis protected by applicable law.