DescriptionThe Mens Healths Editor will manage the magazine arm of the brand. Working closely with the Editorinchief and Multiplatform Director they will build and implement an overall brand content strategy that drives success across all platforms while ensuring MH retains its position as the UKs number one mens lifestyle title.
Responsibilities- Oversee the magazine arm of the brand from ideation commissioning and editing through to proof reading.
- Assist the Editorinchief and Multiplatform Director in creating and realising brand content strategy.
- Work closely with the Editorinchief and Multiplatform Director to ensure positioning of content is in line with brand values and that this is articulated and understood by all staff.
- Work alongside the Multiplatform Director to optimise workflow allowing writers and editors to contribute to all of the brands platforms while achieving their extensive KPIs by creating content with intention and purpose.
- Manage and support the team to create bestinclass content that delivers consistent editorial excellence.
- Host team brainstorms ahead of every new magazine production cycle and pitch key ideas and features to the Editorinchief.
- Work with the Production Editor to create each issues flatplan including any additional booklets and training manuals.
- Assign tasks and deadlines to editors and commission edit and upload copy working closely with the production hub to ensure all deadlines are met.
- Ensure factual accuracy and legal safety of all copy as well as ensuring tone remains consistent. Liaise with legal department when relevant.
- Approve layouts and proofread all magazine pages and cover booklets.
- Work with Features Editor to pitch commission and edit digitalfirst stories.
- Build a strong working relationship with MH US exploring opportunities for collaboration.
- Work with Hearsts Partnerships Lead to ensure a high performance across platforms such as Apple News and Readly including refining headlines and amplifying key content.
- Deputise for the Editorinchief in her absence including managing cover shoots and signing off commercial briefs.
- Manage relationships with talent agents and PRs.
- Approve and process invoices ensuring print remains within budget.
- Assist Editorinchief in liaising with Hearsts commercial teams to realise potential revenue streams and partnerships.
- Assist in the communication of the brands vision to internal and external PRs agents and clients.
- Promote the brand when necessary through media and public appearances.
- Act as an ambassador of Hearst UK and its values.
- You may be required take on additional responsibilities aligned with your skills qualifications and experience.
Qualifications- A proven track record of running the print arm of a brand and managing a team is essential.
- Ability to keep a cool head under pressure multitask and remain professional in fastpaced situations with multiple stakeholders present is essential.
- Experience of pitching commissioning and editing longform features is essential.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to implement a welloiled and efficient publishing process is essential.
- Experience of budget management and cost control while understanding revenue breakdowns is essential.
- A thorough knowledge of and passion for the Mens Health brand is preferred