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American Prospect Managing Editor in Washington , DC [1]
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Date: 2025-01
Note: This employer is open to candidates who want to work remote.
Position Title: Managing Editor and Director of Editorial Operations
Location: Remote, DC-based HQ
Employment Type: Full-time, exempt, union. This position falls within the CWA/TNG Bargaining Unit in place between The American Prospect and Washington-Baltimore News Guild.
Reports To: Executive Editor
About The American Prospect
The American Prospect is an influential magazine dedicated to rigorous journalism and progressive ideas. We are committed to providing in-depth analysis and thoughtful perspectives on political, economic, and social issues. Our mission is to inform and inspire our readers to engage in public discourse and action.
Position Overview
The American Prospect seeks a Managing Editor & Editorial Operations Director to oversee editorial workflow, digital strategy, and audience growth. This role combines traditional managing editor responsibilities with digital product management to help modernize and grow our nonprofit media organization.
Key Responsibilities
Editorial Management:
Manage daily editorial calendar and content workflow
Coordinate with writers, editors, and art department
Oversee copy editing and fact-checking processes
Maintain editorial standards and style guide
Track story progress and manage deadlines
Manage print magazine production schedule
Digital Operations & Growth:
Lead email newsletter strategy and optimization
With publisher, oversee CMS migration, management, and product development
Drive audience growth and engagement strategy including SEO, platforms, and social media
Analyze audience metrics and drive content strategy
Manage web production and site updates
Qualifications
5+ years editorial experience, including 2+ years management
Strong grasp of policy journalism and progressive media
Experience with modern CMS platforms (WordPress preferred)
Understanding of email marketing and newsletter optimization
Knowledge of SEO and digital analytics
Proven track record growing digital audience
Excellence in editorial organization and workflow management
Strong project management capabilities
Preferred:
Experience with: Google Analytics Email service providers A/B testing and optimization Digital product management Content strategy development
Understanding of nonprofit media business models
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience via Submittable.
The American Prospect is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, ancestry, marital status, union activity, AIDS/HIV status, on-the-job injuries, or any status otherwise protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We are committed to diversity and building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and ages and we especially encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including women, people of color, LGBTQ people, and people with disabilities.
Our benefits include health, dental, and vision benefits for our employees and their dependents, paid vacation starting at three weeks per year, and an HSA/FSA program, and a 37.5-hour workweek.
This job description outlines the general nature and key responsibilities of the role, but it is not exhaustive. Duties may change as per the needs of the organization.
Salary Range: $65,000-$85,000
Interested in working from home? This employer is open to candidates who want to work remote.
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