Managing Editor

Job Description gyro’s Managing Editor will be responsible for manning the controls of our strategic content and storytelling projects, from start to finish. This person will serve as an editor on a number of key accounts, working with clients, writers and art directors to produce high impact content marketing programs that generate strong business results. Responsibilities Collaboration with strategic and creative colleagues to execute engaging content across a variety of channels Management of content calendar, production, timelines and distribution, seeing product through from start to finish Coordination of content submissions from internal, client and 3rd party contributors Ensuring consistency of style and tone Supervision of progress with influencer and content contributor networks (ie. freelancers, bloggers, celebrities, etc.), coordinate with wider content marketing team Monitoring success metrics and adjusting plans accordingly to ensure optimization Staying up to date on digital publishing and content creation best practices, as well as activities from other influential publishers Mentoring of writers to expand their storytelling and connecting capabilities Interviewing subject matter experts and writing copy for a variety of marketing communications as needed Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies Self-starter, natural storyteller and a pro at producing compelling viral content Possesses strong interpersonal communication skills with an acute attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadline-driven projects from concept to delivery Ability to translate complex content into engaging messages that resonate Inherently creative and curious Comfortable leading others and cultivating collaborative relationships with writers Desire to learn and develop in a fast-paced agency environment where creativity and forward-thinking are valued and rewarded Qualifications 4-7 years of experience in similar editorial, content marketing, content strategy or content curation role Journalism, PR/communication and/or professional writing/storytelling background Experience producing a variety of content deliverables, including blog posts, articles, podcasts, videos, webinars, infographics, social media chatter and media relations materials Agency or publishing experience preferred Benefits A highly collaborative environment that pushes you to think beyond your boundaries A diverse workload, keeping you continually stimulated An open forum for expression of ideas A fully-integrated agency of writers, designers, developers, social media marketers and others who will work with you to amplify and execute your content Diverse opportunities to expand your writing and creative storytelling skills #J-18808-Ljbffr Gyro