Senior Editor, Special Interest Titles – National Geographic
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10101170 Location Washington, DC, United States Business Disney Entertainment Television Date posted Oct. 14, 2024Job Summary:
The Senior Editor, Special Interest Titles, is responsible for delivering world-class editorial projects and managing their development across National Geographic’s special interest titles that include print and digital for National Geographic History and newsstand special issues. The Senior Editor is passionate about storytelling and story development and will commission and edit work from contributors to fulfill an extensive publishing calendar. As part of a creative team, the Senior Editor works collaboratively with designers, production editors, photo editors, and cartographers to ensure high-quality work is delivered on deadline and with excellent sensibility.
Responsibilities:
- Commission and edit numerous articles and departments for National Geographic History.
- Manage several magazine issues/year for on the newsstand special issue publishing plan from outline and flat plan development though manuscript review and research stages; collaborate with design and photo on layout; and oversee preparation for handoff to production editor.
- Ensure that all pieces of the project come together in a timely manner and adhere to word counts, factual accuracy, and other specs.
- Adapt excerpts of published titles for nationalgeographic.com.
- Report to Editorial Director, Special Interest Titles on project development and challenges, assist in title management, including contracts, scheduling, production stages, and administrative tasks, as needed.
- Develop, nurture, and maintain new and ongoing relationships with writers and industry professionals
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum of 6 years of publishing experience that demonstrates increasing editorial responsibility.
- Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, understanding of the editorial process.
- Excellent writing and verbal communications skills and strong knowledge of the National Geographic brand and mission
- Ability to take overall responsibility for concept and content, as well as manage creative relationships.
- Ability to manage multiple projects at once, on deadline.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated and resourceful, with the ability to work with minimal supervision, problem solve creatively, and exercise independent judgment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Curiosity about topics covered in the magazine, especially world history and geography, and the ability to grasp new subject matter quickly.
- Understanding of the editorial process from conception to completion
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Pro; knowledge of AirTable is a plus
Required Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree (Degree in History or related subjects preferred)
The hiring range for this position in Washington DC is $94,200.00 to $126,200.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About Disney Entertainment Television:
Disney Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at The Walt Disney Company creating original entertainment and news programming for the company’s streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of ABC Entertainment, ABC News, ABC Owned Television Stations, Disney Branded Television, Freeform, FX, Hulu Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to Disney Television Studios, which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, ABC Signature and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, Disney Entertainment Television’s creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, Disney Entertainment Television’s programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children’s & family categories.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with National Geographic Partners PAY SVC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment Television.
National Geographic Partners PAY SVC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.