Style & Market Editor, Veranda

Hearst Communications - Birmingham, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Birmingham, AL

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About the position

Hearst Magazines is seeking a style, market, & commerce editor for VERANDA, a role that requires strong photo shoot styling and production skills along with a keen eye for visual storytelling, particularly in product and floral contexts. The editor will be responsible for pitching and producing photo shoots, covering style and design markets, and creating content across all VERANDA platforms, including newsletters and membership workshops. This position demands excellent time management and organizational skills, as well as the ability to liaise with various external brand contacts. The role reports to the Style & Market Director, Rachael Burrow.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Style & Market Director, Creative Director, EIC, and Deputy Editor, Digital to pitch and plan style, market, and commerce content across all platforms
• Produce product, flower, and entertaining photo shoots across all platforms
• Cover style & design markets, which includes travel
• Create style and commerce content for veranda.com, including writing style demos, trend reports, market roundups, and product descriptions for digital and social content
• Establish and maintain relationships with PR contacts, designers, artisans, makers, and floral designers
• Establish and maintain relationships with advertising partners, including participation in advertiser-supported trade events when needed
• Monitor the luxury landscape for the next big trends

Requirements

• 4-5 years of luxury and/or design media or related editorial experience
• Experience producing photo shoots for print, digital, and social media
• Team player who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments with a passion for decorating, style, and floral design
• Strong time management, communication, and interpersonal skills, specifically positivity, poise, and professionalism
• Experience with on-camera content production is a major plus
• Bachelor's degree in journalism or other relevant area

Benefits

• Base salary of $62,310, subject to change
• Position covered under the Writers Guild of America, East, Collective Bargaining Agreement