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Job Type: Fulltime

Job Description:

Online Publishing
Online Managing Editor
Job #0571

Chicago trade Association embarking on a major strategic initiative to reach consumers directly using web 2.0 technology. Need Online Managing Editor to develop editorial voice, implement vision and oversee content for this new effort. Product scheduled to launch in autumn 2009 and has strong support from management.
Forward thinking, achievement-oriented culture with long history of success. Part of consumer team in publications department; 30 people in department, 5 on team. Organization looking to update itself and is expanding with new initiatives and leadership; consumer team has opportunity to lead this change internally. Reports to Managing Director.
Superb and extensive benefits. Offices in downtown Chicago. Local candidates much preferred. 10-15% travel.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in journalism, marketing, communications or related; 6+ years creating, editing and managing web and email content, including significant experience working on a major consumer facing website. Proven track-record in driving effective online content strategies. Experience with web 2.0 content development, including SEO/SEM, social media, and user-generated content desired. Must show examples. Must have experience using content management tool for design and management. Ability to think strategically and at the same time drive multiple simultaneous deadlines and projects. Experience creating editorial calendar and managing freelancers, with excellent freelance contacts highly desired. Successful candidate will have go-getter attitude, be results-driven and comfortable working in collaborative environment. Excellent organizational and communications skills and attention to detail necessary.

Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day editorial strategy and produce top quality content. 50% of time managing freelancers and agency; 50% creating editorial calendar, managing trends, content management system, etc.
• Responsible for day-to-day management of content for the new site, including:
o Updating the live site
o Creating, directing and managing the editorial and content calendar for the website and email
o Assigning and editing stories, managing freelancers and content providers
• Brainstorm, commission, and purchase articles and multimedia content for the website. Oversee substantial budget. Enforce the editorial tone and content standards; ensure that content aligns with the brand personality and attributes.
• Build and manage a network of content sources, content partners, freelance writers, editors and producers. Own the workflow between in-house and freelance writer/contributors, agency personnel, project managers, site developers, etc.
• Work closely with the Managing Director, digital agency and product manager on strategic planning, growth and development of content for the online channel.
• Analyze site statistics and community feedback to drive continuous improvement, maximize user engagement and site traffic.
• Develop and monitor user generated content and community content / participation standards.
• Follow industry trends as well as general trends regarding website usability and site optimization.

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