Remote Magazine Editor & Publications Lead

Nashville Public Radio; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nashville Public Radio is seeking a Publications Specialist II - Magazine Editor to oversee the complete lifecycle of its magazine, from production scheduling to final signoffs, ensuring quality and accessibility.

The role requires extensive editorial and publication-management experience, with a track record in technical or specialty publications, and will operate in a remote, offsite capacity within the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in editorial and publication management.
• Proven track record overseeing the production of a periodical, preferably a technical or specialty publication (e.g., transportation or research journal).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete magazine lifecycle, including establishing production schedules, managing the publication cycle, and tracking article versions through a comprehensive approval chain.
• Provide high-level editorial support, assisting with content development and creation of promotional materials, with strict version control and quality assurance throughout.
• Act as the primary liaison between writing/author teams and layout/design teams, and manage complex review processes involving authors, technical reviewers, and legal counsel.
• Ensure all final articles and the complete magazine adhere to the GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, and Section 508 accessibility requirements, confirming all signoffs before public release.
• Manage the administrative aspects of distribution and formatting specifications so the final product meets all organizational standards for professional release.

Skills

Editorial experience

Publication management

Content development

Version control

Quality assurance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/English/Journalism

Job description

Nashville Public Radio is seeking a Publications Specialist II - Magazine Editor to oversee the complete lifecycle of its magazine, from production scheduling to final signoffs, ensuring quality and accessibility.

The role requires extensive editorial and publication-management experience, with a track record in technical or specialty publications, and will operate in a remote, offsite capacity within the United States.