Editor, Newsletters

Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.

2d•Remote

About The Position

Britannica is looking for an Editor to help launch and run a new daily newsletter debuting later this year. This role owns the full editorial operation of the brand — from calendar planning through publication. The Editor will work closely with a broader team of newsletter editors while taking day-to-day responsibility for the execution, quality, and growth of their title. The ideal candidate brings strong editorial judgment, sharp writing and editing skills, and experience managing freelance contributors to maintain a consistent, high-quality publishing cadence.

Requirements

5+ years of professional writing and editing experience, preferably in science, technology, or explanatory journalism
Experience producing email newsletters or digital editorial products
Demonstrated ability to manage contributors and oversee content pipelines
Strong editorial judgment and meticulous attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
Experience working with project management tools and digital publishing systems

Responsibilities

Own the editorial vision and execution of a daily newsletter, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and a consistent brand voice
Develop and manage monthly editorial calendars, balancing evergreen, timely, and curiosity-driven content
Edit and oversee daily newsletter editions and web articles from pitch through publication
Manage freelance writers, providing clear briefs, constructive feedback, and editorial direction
Uphold rigorous editorial standards across fact-checking, research integrity, and style
Partner with growth, product, and sales teams to support newsletter performance and strategic goals
Use project management tools to track deadlines, workflows, and contributor progress
Contribute to editorial meetings with timely, relevant ideas and ongoing content strategy