Executive Editor, Self
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About The Position
SELF is looking for an experienced, collaborative, deeply invested leader to run editorial coverage across digital platforms. Reporting directly to the Editor-in-Chief, you will oversee a small team of outstanding journalists to produce timely news coverage, in-depth feature reporting, service journalism, and thought-provoking tentpoles in all of SELF's primary beats. More specifically, you will work with EIC to define and execute editorial strategy, including programming the daily editorial calendar and setting overall content goals. You will be responsible for meeting brand KPIs like time spent, visitors, and audience growth and need to operationalize the editorial team accordingly. Not only will you lead strategic projects and initiatives on SELF, but you'll also partner with senior leaders across the company on major brand initiatives including sponsored content projects, video series, narrative longform packages, social media, commerce content, events, advertising and branded content, and more. Management experience is essential to success in this role. The ideal candidate has a robust background writing about complex, nuanced health and wellness topics. You'll have a strong scientific literacy and a deep understanding of what evidence and sourcing is necessary to accurately and fairly write about various health topics. You can both assign, edit, and publish stories on tight timelines and also manage longer term projects and campaigns. Most importantly, you are curious and looking to upend the way the world talks about wellness. You're ready to wade into controversial topics like GLP-1 drugs and longevity with a strong respect for truth and a heavy dose of skepticism. You are passionate about differentiating SELF's voice in the crowded world of health journalism. The Executive Editor will report to the Editor in Chief and candidates should be based in New York City or willing to relocate.
