Editorial Lead: Magazine & Digital Content

Dentsu Aegis Network Ltd.; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

Dentsu Aegis Network Ltd. seeks a Content Editor to lead editorial direction for the magazine across print and digital platforms. You will partner with clients to deliver engaging brand content and oversee planning, production and presentation of magazine content.

This role involves mentoring junior staff, collaborating with design and production teams, and ensuring content remains on-brand, timely and audience-focused in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Journalism, Communications, Publishing, Languages, Media Studies, Arts or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in editorial, publishing, content marketing or magazine environments.
• Experience planning and delivering editorial content across print and digital platforms.
• Experience managing contributors, freelancers or editorial teams.
• Experience collaborating with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience overseeing content production processes and managing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the magazine's editorial vision and content planning.
• Coordinate with writers, contributors, designers and client partners.
• Ensure content quality aligns with brand strategy, tone and audience needs.
• Mentor junior editorial team members and foster collaboration.
• Manage production timelines and ensure timely content delivery.

Skills

Editorial leadership

Writing

Editing

Communication skills

Storytelling

Content strategy

Audience development

Fashion & culture trends

Editorial themes

Leadership

Coaching

Team management

Relationship management

Project management

Prioritisation

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Education

Journalism/Communications/Publishing degree

Job description

Dentsu Aegis Network Ltd. seeks a Content Editor to lead editorial direction for the magazine across print and digital platforms. You will partner with clients to deliver engaging brand content and oversee planning, production and presentation of magazine content.

This role involves mentoring junior staff, collaborating with design and production teams, and ensuring content remains on-brand, timely and audience-focused in a fast-paced environment.