Managing Editor

$55,000 - $70,000/Yr

Texas Pecan Growers Association

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote

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About the position

The Managing Editor will oversee the editorial and digital content for the Texas Pecan Growers Association. This role requires a strong background in journalism and editing, with a focus on storytelling and agriculture. The Managing Editor will guide the editorial vision, manage deadlines, and foster collaboration within the team and with contributors. This position allows for remote work but requires teamwork for various tasks.

Responsibilities

• Production of monthly magazine, including soliciting and editing all content.
• Reporting on industry events, writing news and feature articles.
• Scheduling monthly columns with regular contributors.
• Layout and design; graphic design of ads as needed.
• Submission of print-ready document to printer.
• Assist Executive Director with association and magazine projects such as the annual conference, including development of promotional materials and programs.
• Develop and implement e-newsletter, social media, website management, and other digital content strategies for the association and the magazine.
• Manage web content for the Pecan South website and assist with other association websites.
• Write The Pecan Newsletter each week during the harvest season, taking initiative to learn all aspects of the pecan industry.
• Work with the Office Manager to help manage and increase subscriptions for the magazine and newsletter.
• Other responsibilities and projects as discussed with the Executive Director.

Requirements

• Degree in journalism or communications preferred; professional writing and editing skills essential.
• Experience with publications.
• Experience with publishing and graphic design software including InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Experience in digital content and website management.
• Background in agriculture (horticulture) is an asset but not required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule