Editorial Manager, Features - National Geographic

Company: The Walt Disney Company (Germany) GmbH
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 22, 2025

Job Description:

Job Summary:The Editorial Manager, Features is a critical features editor responsible for assigning and editing ambitious stories across National Geographic's digital and print platforms. The ideal candidate is a self-starter passionate about exceptional magazine writing and fast-paced digital storytelling-and excited to generate a steady stream of sharp ideas that engage readers. They are an experienced editor who loves to conceive and produce stories of all kinds-ideas-driven features, unforgettable narratives, news-making investigations, surprising profiles, and more. They should possess deep connections with a diverse range of extraordinary writers and an eagerness to dream up new and creative ways to engage and grow National Geographic's audience.Responsibilities:

• Manage the development, commissioning, and editing of various stories, focusing on ambitious reported projects across all of National Geographic's core content areas.
• Manage related workflows and team members to ensure projects come together in accordance with deadlines and budgets, while meeting editorial objectives.
• Leverage data and audience analytics to develop and implement strategies for optimizing the reach and impact of our stories across platforms.
• Form, nurture, and maintain relationships with exceptional writers; develop and deepen connections with new voices and diverse perspectives.
• Assist leaders in scheduling and planning for project publication and completion; supervise administrative tasks as needed.Minimum Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 5 years of publishing experience demonstrating increasing editorial responsibility with large media organizations, while managing content and teams.
  • Outstanding editorial judgment, strong attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.
  • Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, strong knowledge of the National Geographic brand and mission, and demonstrated expertise in related core topic areas.
  • Ability to take overall responsibility for concept and content, as well as manage creative relationships.
  • Keen understanding of industry goals, varied approaches to storytelling, and ability to manage multiple projects at once, on deadline.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work with minimal supervision, problem-solve creatively, and exercise independent judgment.Preferred Qualifications:
    • Ability to manage and grow a related team while working collaboratively in highly matrixed conditions with colleagues outside editorial, including communications and marketing, and business support (sales, promotion, and development).
    • Proven track record in growing digital audiences and expanding brand reach.
    • Curiosity about the planet and our place within it and the ability to grasp new subject matter quickly.
    • Understanding of the editorial process from conception to completion, and demonstrated ability to resolve technical, operational, and organizational problems.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe products, Editorial CMS (K4/InCopy), and digital media platforms; knowledge of AirTable is a plus.Required Education:
      • Bachelor's DegreeThe hiring range for this position in Washington, D.C. is $113,800.00 to $152,500.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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