Associate Editor

Title: Associate Editor

Location: North Carolina, United States

Department: Creative - Edit

Job Category: Creative - Edit

Requisition Number: ASSOC001571

Full-Time

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Focusing on travel, destination and hospitality content, the Associate Editor supports the web team of one of our luxury brand clients with CMS updates, editing, proofreading, writing and some project management tasks. This role reports to the Senior Editor and Creative Director.

This role is based in Greensboro, NC and operates on a hybrid work schedule with in-office days on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 

• Works with a global network of contacts to create and update compelling consumer-facing copy, in alignment with client’s brand guidelines.
• Collaborates with fellow editors, photo editors and project managers, as well as account, strategy and development teams.
• Works fluently within AEM CMS system to create or amend content.
• Keeps accurate records of work and assists with billing.
• Maintain attention to detail and provide clean copy.
• Develop subject matter expertise for designated account.
• Understand and enforce clients’ brand guidelines and project style guide.
• Actively participate in status meetings, including with clients.

 

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Education:

 

Bachelor’s Degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, Communications or a related field preferred

 

Experience:

 

1-3 years experience in an editorial role in a fast-paced environment, such as working at a content/media agency or a digital publication, OR demonstrated experience working against deadlines, such as in a collegiate environment

 

Skills:

 

• Experience using a Content Management System (such as Adobe Experience Manager and WordPress) preferred
• Super tech-savvy and willing to operate and learn new systems
• Strong editor and writer. Copy must be clean, factually accurate, and simple but sophisticated in tone
• Excellent eye for detail; must be comfortable serving as your own copyeditor when needed
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in a highly polished, polite, professional style
• Should be an organized self-starter and independent worker with the ability to collaborate with teammates and supervisors
• Ability to assess and prioritize a high volume of assignments and think strategically about how to address

 

WHAT WE OFFER:

• The salary for this position will range from $40,000-$45,000 depending on experience, education, geographical location, and other factors.
• A full suite of benefits is available following one full month of employment including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with profit sharing, and other ancillary benefits. We even have a Life Balanced Account where you can get reimbursed for things like groceries or a haircut (yes, really!)
• PTO: Vacation, Recharge, Safe & Sick Time, Flexible Holidays + 10 standard paid holidays and a paid Day of Service
• Free financial wellness and planning and a robust EAP
• Additional fun perks like free tickets to the NC Zoo, Greensboro Grasshoppers baseball games, Greensboro Gargoyles hockey games, food trucks, and more!

 

ABOUT PACE

Pace is a leading integrated marketing agency & digital storytelling powerhouse. We specialize in brand storytelling and deliver results by continually creating better customer and employee experiences for our clients. We connect the dots across an integrated marketing ecosystem using our six key service areas: strategy, creative, media, social, technology, and analytics.

 

We Create With Heart. We believe everyone is part of creating something wonderful every day. We lead with purpose and empathy. We cultivate a sense of belonging and celebrate diversity in both mind and experience. And we succeed through collaboration. At Pace, everyone has a seat at the table, and unique perspectives are welcomed. Everyone’s voice carries the same tenor, and inclusivity is in our DNA.

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