Editorial Manager
About The Position
amika is looking for a dynamic + creative editorial manager to support the next evolution of our brand storytelling across our social + pro channels. this role is ideal for someone who’s an exceptional writer, fluent in social-first storytelling + deeply interested in the professional hairstyling community. reporting into the Director of Editorial + Brand Storytelling, the editorial manager will collaborate closely with cross-functional departments to write copy + elevate storytelling across various social platforms + pro channels, including TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, video scripts, digital, email, retail/vm, among other touchpoints. you’ll need to be extremely creative, collaborative + open to feedback. exceptional beauty writing, grammar + proofreading skills are a must.
Requirements
- 4-6+ years of beauty writing + social experience for a brand or magazine/digital publication
- exceptional time management, communication + adaptability skills
- ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- self-motivated + highly organized with an attention to detail
- extremely collaborative, proactive + a creative problem-solver
- experience in AI programs like ChatGPT, Jasper, and/or Writer.ai
- experience in creative content programs like Figma or Adobe
Nice To Haves
- experience working with hairstylists + episodic video creation is a plus
Responsibilities
- serve as the lead social copywriter + editor across various social platforms, including post copy, on-asset text, supers, scripts, storyboarding + closed captioning
- pitch, develop, execute + refine new content formats + franchises based on best practices, insights + business goals
- partner closely with social marketing, content creation, video + art teams to develop thumb-stopping hooks + engaging social-first content that deepens brand loyalty, edu-tains audiences + drives conversion
- appear on camera as a brand expert when needed to support storytelling + community engagement
- develop storytelling frameworks + write copy across all pro channels, including social, email, retail/vm, events + scripts, among other touchpoints
- partner closely with Pro Marketing + Education teams to enhance processes + develop content ideas that deepen pro loyalty, engagement + community
- help establish, evolve + uphold amika’s pro-to-pro brand voice
- stay deeply connected to the professional hairstylist community to ensure messaging feels relevant, authentic + engaging
- support the Editorial team with brainstorms + special projects, including product names, campaign ideas + storytelling concepts
- stay deeply tapped into beauty, culture, social + industry trends to keep our messaging fresh, relevant + leading the conversation
- represent creative in cross-functional meetings when needed, ensuring alignment + momentum
- work closely with the Editorial Director to ensure all copy is reviewed, approved + on-brand
- proofread meticulously to ensure all copy is clean, clear + error-free across channels
- leverage AI tools to optimize copy + enhance efficiency
- identify opportunities to improve workflows + strengthen processes
- partner with Creative Operations to manage bandwith + ensure all deadlines are met
- liaise with Regulatory + Brand Marketing to ensure all copy meets requirements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
