Versatile Automotive Editor & Story Architect

Hagerty Insurance Agency; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hagerty Media seeks an Associate Editor to write, coordinate photo shoots, and pitch ideas across Hagerty's magazine, digital platforms, and video teams. This role sits within Hagerty’s editorial operation, delivering compelling content for enthusiasts and collectors.

You’ll manage magazine sections, recruit cars, conduct research, and collaborate with writers, photographers, and other team members. A background in journalism or automotive media is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in journalism, photography, research, editorial assistance, or a related media role.
• Hands-on experience in automotive industry, collector car world, or enthusiast media.
• Familiarity with editorial operations from pitch to publication.
• Strong writing across formats: features, web, social, captions.

Responsibilities

• Write captions, web features, and car reviews across formats.
• Project manage magazine stories and sections; lead trail-bossing tasks.
• Pitch ideas across multiple fronts and collaborate with teams.
• Locate and recruit privately owned cars for magazine stories and shoots.
• Conduct photo and informational research; coordinate shoots and assets.

Skills

Strong writing

Editorial coordination

Photo shoot coordination

Pitching ideas

Travel willing

Automotive knowledge

Job description

Hagerty Media seeks an Associate Editor to write, coordinate photo shoots, and pitch ideas across Hagerty's magazine, digital platforms, and video teams. This role sits within Hagerty’s editorial operation, delivering compelling content for enthusiasts and collectors.

You’ll manage magazine sections, recruit cars, conduct research, and collaborate with writers, photographers, and other team members. A background in journalism or automotive media is preferred.