Editorial Program Manager

A leader in the outdoor retail industry is hiring an Editorial Program Manager for a remote contract position.

Editorial Program Manager Perks:

• Competitive pay rate of $32/hr.
• Hybrid work schedule.
• Opportunity to shape content strategy for a nationally recognized outdoor brand.
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional creative and marketing teams.
• Contract role with an immediate start.

Editorial Program Manager Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in editorial production at a publication or mid- to large-size company.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing, communications, English, or a related field — or equivalent work experience.
• Strong editing, writing, and fact-checking skills with experience assigning to staff or freelance writers.
• Demonstrated understanding of SEO content strategy and performance metrics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and project management software, with the ability to quickly learn new systems.

Editorial Program Manager Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of camp and backpack editorial content across two digital publications, from ideation through publish.
• Assign, edit, produce, and occasionally write articles including gear guides, how-tos, and other formats.
• Apply SEO insights to develop content that solves customer problems and drives organic performance.
• Manage freelance contributors and oversee multiple stories in production across various timelines.
• Use analytics to inform content decisions and evaluate story performance.