Hiring an Editor: Editor Job Description
Position Title: Editor
Company: City Lifestyle [Franchise Name]
Location: Remote (Must live within 15-30 miles of [Publication Name])
Employment Type: Part-Time/Full-Time (Flexible Hours Based on Business Needs)
Compensation: Per Page or Flat Rate Salary
About Us
City Lifestyle connects local businesses and residents through trusted, high-quality publications tailored to the unique character of each community. Since our first magazine in 2009, Leawood Lifestyle, we’ve grown to over 200+ hyper-local publications nationwide, each dedicated to showcasing the best of local life—homes, restaurants, events, and places of interest. Join us in supporting local businesses and building community connections through meaningful content.
Position Overview
As an independent publisher for Lifestyle, we are looking for a local editor/content creator who is responsible for managing the editorial themes for Publication name City Lifestyle. This person will have a variety of responsibilities. You MUST live within 15 miles of the Publication state. Please only apply if you meet this qualification. The position is responsible for supervising the magazine’s freelance writers and photographers and organizing all editorial content for the monthly publication.
Key Responsibilities
Editorial Planning & Content Creation
- Coordinate all editorial.
- Plan and assign Photography/Editorial for all issues.
- Ensure that the assigned layout is executed effectively by adhering to word count requirements and incorporating the necessary photographic elements.
- Manage content monthly and assign freelance work or write and edit articles yourself.
- Oversee content alignment and specifications with brand style, deadlines, and quality standards.
- Develop and assign editorial themes for each issue.
- Work with the publisher to align content with audience and advertiser interests
- Collaborate with vendors on styled shoots and visual storytelling
Contributor Management
- Assign and manage freelance writers and photographers
- Maintain professional relationships with contributors (Writers and Photographers)
- Track and submit payments due monthly to publisher for freelance contractors.
Key Characteristics
- Organized
- Understand the importance of deadlines
- Sociable and works well with a team
Qualifications and Requirements
Experience
- Background in writing, creating content or visual creative work, and leadership skills.
Skills
- Highly organized with excellent time management skills is a must to create and execute high-quality monthly publication issues.
- Strong communicator.
- Professional and personable communication style for local editorial interviews and community engagement.
Tech Proficiency
- Familiarity with management systems and digital communication tools.
Residence
- Must love within 15-30 miles of Publication Territory.
Why Join Us?
- Growth Opportunity to be a part of a respected local publication and contribute to its growth and success.
- Local and Remote flexibility with a part-time or full-time schedule
- Training & Development: We provide comprehensive training on all essential Editorial tasks.
- Comprehensive Training on all essential Editorial tasks and ongoing development support from our corporate and national editorial teams.
- Creative Opportunity to write about a variety of local and inspiring content, including new eateries, unique events, hometown celebrities, charitable organizations, fun experiences, and more.
- Recognition with bylines in print and online, along with masthead acknowledgement.
How to Apply
If you’re excited to support local businesses, foster community connections, and bring high-quality content to your area, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience and interest in joining City Lifestyle, and complete our Culture Index Survey.