Deputy Features Editor, Food Network Magazine and HGTV Magazine

Overview (Why This Role)
Are you a creative editor with a passion for lifestyle content celebrity chefs and beautiful homes Food Network Magazine and HGTV Magazinetwo of Americas top-selling magazinesare looking for a Deputy Features Editor to bring bold ideas to life across print and digital platforms. If youre a packaging pro with strong editorial instincts this is your opportunity to make a national impact.

About Hearst Magazines (Why Us)
Hearst Magazines portfolio of more than 30 iconic brands in the Cosmopolitan ELLE Esquire Good Housekeeping Harpers BAZAAR and Popular Mechanicsinspires entertains and builds new and bold experiences for an engaged and growing audience across digital video social and print reaching nearly 130 million readers and site visitors each month. With sophisticated content creation cutting-edge technology and industry-leading data capabilities we make media and products that move people across all platforms. We are a global media company that publishes nearly 200 magazine editions and 175 websites around the worldand together we are shaping whats next.

• Conceive package and write or edit stories for all sections of Food Network Magazine and HGTV Magazine
• Develop and maintain relationships with Food Network talent and their representatives
• Plan and manage long-term editorial features on Food Network talent
• Identify recruit and manage a network of freelance contributors
• Stay current on trends in food home crafts and lifestyle to pitch fresh creative content ideas
• Collaborate with designers to concept and plan dynamic layouts
• Craft engaging display copy and compelling headlines
• Support the creation and packaging of special editorial projects (e.g. brand books SIPs)
• Represent both brands in meetings with advertisers and partners

• Demonstrated ability to generate and shape creative engaging editorial content
• Deep knowledge of home food and lifestyle trends
• Exceptional packaging writing and editing skills
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• At least seven years of experience at a consumer food or lifestyle magazine
• A collaborative spirit and enthusiasm for working cross-functionally with partners and stakeholders
• Hybrid work schedule: four days per week in our New York City office

At Hearst we provide more than just a jobwe offer a career built on purpose creativity and connection:

• Work with the Best: Collaborate with top-tier professionals across media advertising tech fashion lifestyle and publishing shaping the future of these dynamic industries.
• Grow Your Skills: Unlock your potential with access to innovative training programs immersive workshops and exclusive industry events.
• Work-Life Harmony: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work empowering you to balance professional success with personal priorities.
• Foster Connection & Belonging: Join our Employee Resource Groups and help create a welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered.
• Wellness First: Prioritize your well-being with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance from Day 1.
• Plan for Your Financial Future: Enjoy competitive financial perks including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

The base salary for this role is between $83000 - $102000. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors such as: transferable skills work experience business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Hearst is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a position covered under the Writers Guild of America East Collective Bargaining Agreement.