Managing Editor

Summary

Join Socium Media, a fast-growing performance marketing agency recognized by Adweek, Inc. Magazine, and Fortune Magazine, as a Managing Editor. You will leverage your editorial expertise and strategic thinking to deliver high-quality content, working with writers, SEO strategists, and media teams. This remote-first agency prioritizes employee well-being and offers a collaborative, supportive environment. The role involves editing and creating content aligned with client goals and brand voice, managing writer relationships, and ensuring SEO best practices are followed. Socium Media offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including unlimited PTO, company-paid healthcare, and a 401k match.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to edit and improve content to professional-grade quality, with a focus on tone, clarity, and brand alignment
• Writing portfolio or three samples showcasing your best work—content that informs, persuades, and delights
• A self-directed leader with 5+ years of experience in content editing or writing, with proven ability to manage your workload and projects independently
• Experience guiding writers to produce exceptional content and managing multiple relationships
• Understanding of SEO content strategies and best practices, with experience optimizing content for search engines
• Comfort working in tools like Asana, ClickUp, or similar platforms, and an ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and contribute to team goals

Responsibilities

• Edit content to a high standard, ensuring all deliverables align with client goals, brand voice, and SEO best practices
• Write and refine content, including blog posts, landing pages, and on-site copy, delivering work that could rival a New York Times bestseller
• Work closely with Content department lead, SEO strategists, media teams, and clients (when needed) to ensure content achieves desired outcomes
• Manage relationships with writers, providing constructive feedback and elevating their work to meet client expectations
• Organize, modify, and update existing content to reflect current trends, strategies, and brand guidelines
• Assist in topic research, ensuring content is accurate, compelling, and authoritative

Benefits

• $70,000+
• Unlimited PTO
• Company-paid healthcare coverage
• Slavik 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• $300 yearly continuing education stipend
• Company donation match of up to $400 a year for any employee donations made to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization