Editor, House & Garden
Editor, House & Garden
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Job Description
Job Description
Location:
London GBThe Role
Cond Nast is seeking a highly experienced Editor to lead House & Garden. Were looking for a visionary leader who will be responsible for shaping the values sensibility and aesthetic of the title. The role will have oversight of the editorial direction brand strategy audience development operations and all content and brand extensions. The position develops strategies to drive editorial excellence audience growth and revenue.
The Editor is a senior and publicfacing role and the successful candidate will play a crucial part in representing the title both within the company and externally to the industry. The position will bring extensive experience across all platforms including digital print video and social as well as experience in building inspiring and leading teams.
This role reports to Cond Nasts Global Chief Content Officer.
Primary Responsibilities:
Grow and guide the success of House and Garden (as measured by brand reputation point of distinction audience engagement/growth consumer and commercial revenue brand profitability etc.)
Be the lead role in developing and refining H&Gs editorial voice growing audience and guiding the titles success
Oversee content production on all platforms while maintaining the highest quality journalism
Understand the evolving media landscape and ensure the title is responding appropriately to meet changing consumer needs
Work closely with Managing Editor to plan and manage content budgets and deadlines
Assign stories and topline edit content
Cultivate storytelling and champion internal talent to drive growth and engagement
Lead a team of highly skilled editors writers creatives prioritizing diversity and inclusivity in all people practices
Foster an environment of collaboration entrepreneurialism to overcome creative challenges while simultaneously meeting business objectives
Collaborate with Finance and People teams on budgets P&L and hiring/staffing plans
Partner with Revenue teams on subscription strategies ecommerce opportunities and events that are aligned to H&Gs brand standards and vision
Work with relevant stakeholders in sales marketing licensing and other divisions to pursue revenue opportunities
Act as the brand ambassador internally and externally hosting events and liaising with clients as required
Work with the communications and marketing teams to develop press and marketing strategies for the brands with an emphasis on growing recognition and affinity
Skills & Qualifications:
10 years of experience in a senior editorial role leading teams across platforms
Strong business acumen excellent editing and proofreading skills networking and interpersonal skills and the ability to guide a team towards business goals
Demonstrated success in producing culturally relevant content
A flair for storytelling and a proven track record of driving culture and identifying trends & topics to cover
An entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on new opportunities for stories and areas for audience growth
Proven history of delivering exceptional content across platforms with an innovative approach
Experience of working closely with business teams to identify and collaborate on revenuegenerating projects
Demonstrated experience in building a culture of trust and inclusion
Proven leader with the ability to empower mentor and inspire
Strong interpersonal communications skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues across myriad departments and differing levels of seniority
Confident and experienced public speaker
Does this sound like you
Please upload your CV and cover letter/portfolio which highlights why youd love to take on this role and why youre a great match for what were looking for.
We value the time and effort behind every application. All submissions are reviewed by a member of our talent team and we do not use AIassisted technology to review applications.
Cond Nast thrives on collaboration and our teams come together in the office four days a week (Monday Thursday).
We value diversity of background views and cultures. We celebrate people for their personal qualities skills and contributions recognising the power our brands have to influence and shape culture.
What benefits do we offer
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and extra days of annual leave if you move house or want to volunteer.
Youll have access to a competitive pension scheme Bupa Private Healthcare Season ticket loans and eye tests.
We offer a range of tools to support your wellbeing including core hours 10 remote days (from home or a country with a Cond Nast office location) access to our Employee Assistance Programme corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.
Were a dog friendly office plus youll enjoy discounts and magazine subscriptions keeping you up to date with all things Cond Nast.
We encourage personal and professional growth through the Cond Nast Learning Hub where youll find an extensive portfolio of learning courses and training available in local languages.
Our Employee Resource Groups provide a platform for employees to identify shared objectives exchange ideas and work on community priorities for our global workforce.
What happens next
If you are interested in this opportunity please apply below and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.
Cond Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status age familial status and other legally protected characteristics.
Employment Type
Full-Time
