Managing Editor, Food Business News

The managing editor will work in collaboration with the Editor of Food Business News to execute editorial strategy, coordinate the day-to-day editorial operations to meet deadlines with accuracy, and support the development and growth of FBN editorial team members. This role will contribute compelling content for online, print and custom projects. The Managing Editor will also have coverage responsibility at industry events and trade shows, requiring some travel.

Responsibilities:

Research and identify news and industry topics to develop timely and appropriate content for daily website news and each print issue
Review and edit daily content
Generate ideas for feature stories based on industry events, trends and coverage relevance
Work with editorial staff to maintain quality and timely flow of content for the website and print magazine
Assist with editorial staff management, to include overall staff development and advancement (in collaboration with Editor)
Set and maintain schedules and deadlines for editorial assignments and custom projects
Work in collaboration with designer to organize the weekly publication
Travel to trade shows/conferences and other industry events for the purpose of generating copy, networking and establishing credibility with industry leaders
Assist in special projects or analysis requests from the editorial staff
Manage invoices for contributing editors/freelancers

The Ideal Candidate:

Excellent researching, interviewing, writing and editing skills
Demonstrated experience mentoring editorial staff
Self-starter, takes initiative
Team player with strong work ethic and curiosity to learn new tasks
Seeks new opportunities to contribute and embraces change with a positive attitude
Creativity (ability to generate new ideas and engage an audience)
Proficient in Adobe and Microsoft Suites (InDesign and Word)
Experience with multimedia tools (video, webinars)
Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels in the organization

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism or related field
7+ years journalism experience
Knowledge of B2B food industry a plus
Willingness and ability to travel (5-8 times per year)