Editor, Popular Mechanics

Be Part of Whats Next

Help shape the future of science and technology storytelling. As Editor at Popular Mechanics youll lead the creation and optimization of compelling journalism designed to capture curiosity deepen reader engagement and expand the reach of one of Americas most trusted science and technology brands.

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 Mechanics inspires 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.

Key Responsibilities (What Youll Do)

• Oversee the full lifecycle of short- and long-form storiesfrom assignment through editing publishing and optimizationto drive strong scroll impressions and Apple News engaged minutes while maintaining editorial accuracy and authority.
• Lead development of Apple News; subscriber-only digital issues including building feature lineups commissioning stories and shaping packages designed for deep reader engagement.
• Build and maintain a discovery-driven editorial pipeline across Popular Mechanics science and technology coverage including emerging technologies and key beats such as futurism archaeology AI engineering energy defense biology and physics.
• Edit stories with precision and range strengthening structure pacing clarity and voice to ensure every piece is compelling and publish-ready.
• Analyze editorial performance signals to identify engagement trends diagnose drop-off points and translate insights into repeatable editorial and packaging strategies.
• Collaborate with editorial audience and production teams to package stories effectively for discovery optimizing headlines framing and mobile-first reading experiences.
• Build and manage a strong freelance contributor network including recruiting writers assigning stories editing submissions and managing freelance budgets responsibly.

Qualifications (What Were Looking For)

• Experience editing consumer-facing science or technology journalism including both fast-paced daily content and longer-form features.
• Strong understanding of performance-driven publishing with the ability to analyze audience signals and translate them into effective editorial decisions.
• Familiarity with discovery distribution and feed-driven platforms including Apple News and key engagement metrics such as engaged minutes.
• Excellent editorial judgment with the ability to refine story structure clarity pacing and voice across a range of formats.
• Experience building and managing freelance contributor networks including assigning editing and maintaining quality standards while managing budgets.
• Highly organized with strong deadline management and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaborative mindset and comfort working across editorial audience and production teams.
• Curiosity and enthusiasm for science and technology with the ability to make complex ideas accessible and engaging for broad audiences.
• This role is based in Easton Pennsylvania and operates fully in-office.

Benefits (What We Offer)

• 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 $62310 - $68340. 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.

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

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.