Mount Pleasant Magazine is seeking a part-time Managing Editor to help lead the editorial direction and production of our publication. This role is responsible for shaping each issue’s content, managing writers, and ensuring the magazine is polished, engaging, and ready for publication.

The ideal candidate is an organized storyteller with strong editing skills who enjoys collaborating with writers while maintaining high editorial standards.

Responsibilities

Develop editorial concepts and themes for each issue of Mount Pleasant Magazine
Plan and assign feature stories and articles to freelance writers
Write feature stories, profiles, and additional editorial content as needed
Manage communication with writers and ensure all assignments are completed on deadline
Edit all submitted articles for grammar, clarity, style, and consistency
Ensure the entire magazine meets editorial standards before publication
Collaborate with the internal team during the production process to finalize content

Qualifications

Strong writing and editing skills with exceptional attention to detail
Experience editing long-form articles and feature stories
Ability to manage multiple writers and deadlines simultaneously
Strong organizational and communication skills
Experience in journalism, magazine publishing, or editorial roles preferred

Position Details

Part-time position
Flexible schedule with deadlines tied to magazine production cycles
Opportunity to help shape the voice and storytelling of a community publication

Mount Pleasant Magazine

New Jobs

Magazine Managing Editor