Lead Editor

Summary

Join SimpleFlying, the world's largest aviation news website, as our Lead Editor - Commercial Aviation! This role involves overseeing content quality, generating engaging topic ideas, and contributing to the overall content strategy. You will write high-quality articles, mentor the editorial team, and ensure content remains authoritative and fresh. The position requires proven editorial experience, strong aviation knowledge, and excellent writing and editing skills. Leadership and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple projects. This is a work-from-home position.

Requirements

• Proven experience in editorial roles, preferably within the aviation or transportation sectors
• Strong knowledge of the commercial aviation industry, including airlines, airports, aircraft, and related trends
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail
• Demonstrated ability to generate creative, compelling, and SEO-friendly content ideas
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently

Responsibilities

• Lead the brainstorming and research process for new topics, ensuring the coverage of timely, relevant, and evergreen content that appeals to our aviation-focused audience
• Review and edit articles from staff writers and contributors, ensuring all content aligns with our editorial guidelines, is factually accurate, and meets high editorial standards
• Produce insightful and well-researched articles on key trends and developments in commercial aviation
• Mentor and guide a team of writers, providing feedback to enhance their performance and professional growth
• Work closely with the broader editorial and management teams to ensure alignment of content strategy with the brand’s overall vision
• Track and analyze content performance, making adjustments to the editorial strategy as needed to maximize engagement, traffic, and audience retention
• Stay up to date with the latest trends in commercial aviation, forming strong relationships within the industry to inform editorial decisions

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with content management systems (CMS), SEO best practices, and analytics tools

Benefits

Work from home position