Editor in Chief

The Mission: Endeavor Business Media is a rapidly growing US-based B2B media and events company founded in 2017. Endeavor’s mission is to deliver the highest-quality content in the B2B markets we serve and to do so in the various, multi-channel formats that today’s industry professionals demand. From informative e-newsletters to in-depth monthly magazines to curated in-person events, Endeavor Business Media is committed to providing the best opportunities for professionals to stay knowledgeable and connect with marketplace colleagues that drive their industry forward.

The Team: Endeavor places a high importance on its data-driven core values of accountability, continuous improvement and being passionate about value creation in an environment that maintains minimal politics, directional clarity, high productivity and low turnover among good people. These values are adopted at all levels of the company across every sphere and give the company its operational advantage. Our departments and operating businesses have autonomy and place a high value on meritocracy, with a commitment to providing individuals with opportunities for growth and development.

Job Summary: Responsible for planning, managing, and producing all editorial content for Ratchet+Wrench print magazine, website, e-newsletters, podcast, social channels, as well as supervising the work of freelance contributors and writers, and supporting event content productions. Plan and produce content and work with a team of freelance writers and contributors to produce and manage content (print, digital, podcast, etc.) that sustains the brand's identity in connecting owners and operators of independent repair facilities (audience) with industry news, business building strategies, trends, education, and solution providers (sponsors). Fulfill the brand's mission to offer compelling and inspiring content that will ensure continued interest in and support from the audience of buyers and sellers.

Essential Job Function:

• Direct the strategic development of all editorial products (including the creation of an editorial calendar) for the brand including print magazine, website, e-newsletters, podcasts, and social channels.
• Manage the activities and assignments of writers/contributors, providing guidance on content direction, editing, and deadlines.
• Act as the brand’s representative at industry events, including presentations, panel moderator, event host, client interactions, etc.
• Effectively collaborate with shared services teams to develop content and align projects with brand.
• Oversee print publications — Assist in gathering content from contributors, create original content, enter text into design platform, work with production on folio creation, work with designer on page creation, and edit designed pages.
• Oversee and develop editorial topics/direction — Work with Publisher and Group Editorial Director to create annual editorial calendars that garner readership and advertiser support. Adjust coverage and direction as needed based on real-time industry trends. Coordinate special projects and create plans to meet deadlines.
• Research and write feature stories, editor's letter, compile other content for print and digital offerings, including social channels.
• Oversee websites, email properties, multimedia, and social media channels — Create content for our websites, building and deploying email newsletters, manage podcasts and video content, and share content on social media.
• Interface with shared services and collaborate with other departments — Be the conduit between the Vehicle Repair Group editors and departments that support the functions of their roles (e.g. Marketing Solutions, Web Development, Production, etc.).
• Support event operations and content planning — Attract engaging speakers and stakeholders. Assist in promotion of events through editorial and marketing channels. Collaborate on logistics to carry out live events.
• Attend trade shows and industry-related press events to professionally represent Endeavor Business Media and the publications on behalf of the editorial team. Additional responsibilities include reporting on the event with social media posts and conducting interviews for news coverage.

Core Competencies:

• Experienced: Demonstrated the ability to manage a team of writers/contributors and inspire them to create quality content.
• Disciplined: Proven ability to meet deadlines and maintain consistent level of quality.
• Leadership: Takes responsibility and follows through to deliver results.
• Versatility: Possesses multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Creativity: Able to transform strategic visions into finished projects/products. Able to spot trends and newsworthy stories to bring to the audience through the best medium

Qualifications:

• Can identify unique needs of the audience (both readers and sponsors).
• Deadline-focused.
• Can function as an independent contributor in a team structure.
• Detail-oriented.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications or related industry field.
• Experience with digital and print content development, as well as production.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office and HTML/CSS.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a business/trade editor or equivalent.

Special Job Dimensions: Some travel required.

Supervisory Responsibility: Supervises freelance writers/contributors, which includes scheduling and assigning work activities, monitoring and reviewing work performed, and making regular related reports to the Group Editorial Director, Publisher, and Sales Team.

We are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $45,000 - $57,000 - $67,500, exclusive of fringe benefits or potential bonuses. Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, or commissions. Hiring ranges for sales positions include base and incentive compensation target. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed.

If you are hired at Endeavor, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as hiring location, skillset, prior years’ experience, relevant education, certain degrees and certifications, training, and market considerations. In addition to those factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider any internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that the range mentioned above is the full base salary range for the role. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical to allow for future & continued salary growth. We also offer a generous benefits package (more information on benefits listed below).

We offer competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

• 24/7 access to Telehealth services
• FSA and HSA pretax savings accounts
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• A generous FTO policy
• 12 paid holidays!
• Tuition assistance
• Professional growth opportunities through continuing education
• Mentorship program
• Company Core Value Rewards
• Employee Retail & Travel discounts

We offer competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k), generous PTO & paid holidays. For consideration, please complete our online application and send cover letter, resume, and salary requirement.

Endeavor Business Media is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, compensation, and other aspects of employment for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.