Assistant Managing Editor

DESCRIPTION The Assistant Managing Editor manages and completes the tasks necessary for the creation and preparation of high-quality content for the multimedia channels used by OptometryTimes, a leading platform for the optometric audience. This position supplies guidance, direction, and coordination to the actions of the members of the content development staff, including physician contributors and freelancers, while meeting deadlines. The individual in this role will contribute to concept development as well as concept execution, including but not limited to writing, editing, and proofing. The individual will also participate in data analysis and the development of recommendations from that data, and will help to facilitate the execution of chosen tactics. Travel is required. Publishing experience and familiarity with medical terminology/optometry and AMA style helpful. Responsibilities Regularly collaborate with content team/physician advisory board to establish editorial strategy, and identify content needs and target KOLs. Contribute to daily, weekly, monthly selection of content topics. Develop editorial calendar for print and digital content planning. Manage print production processes for monthly journal. Produce high-quality content based upon industry news, medical journal articles, and medical conferences. Develop and execute novel strategies to improve social media and web metrics. Proofread and edit articles from contributors/freelancers and other members of the editorial team. Work with Group Editorial Director and Editor to target and monitor progress toward deadline dates for various editorial projects at each stage of production. Maintain positive professional relationships with authors, industry experts, and other internal and external contacts related to the generation and preparation of content. Attend upcoming optometry meetings; attend trainings and events on behalf of the brand or as needed by the business. Conduct video interviews with target industry KOLs. Track all documentation for physician contributors/freelance writers, including license agreements, exemption forms, and W9s; as well as corresponding expenses. Perform other duties as needed. Compensation Range $65,000 – $70,000 per year, depending on qualifications. Eligible for annual company bonus program or commission incentive based on role. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for this position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills, and professional experience. Benefits Overview Hybrid work schedule Health insurance through Cigna (medical & dental) Vision coverage through VSP Pharmacy benefits through OptumRx FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA, and Limited Purpose FSA options 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match Pet discount program with PetAssure Norton LifeLock identity theft protection Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through NYLGBS Fertility benefits through Progyny Commuter benefits Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance, plus Universal Life Insurance options Supplemental Aflac coverage: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Discounts and rewards through BenefitHub MJH Life Sciences provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. All employees of MJH Life Sciences are employed “At Will.” This means that either the employee or the Company is free to end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause and with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr