Job Description:

Title: Lead Editorial Manager

Location: Agra

Experience: 8 to15 years

Role And Responsibilities:

1. Editorial Strategy :

- Develop and execute an overarching editorial strategy aligned with business goals.

- Define the editorial calendar and content roadmap to meet audience and engagement targets.

2. Team Leadership :

- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of content creators, editors, and writers.

- Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture.

3. Content Creation :

- Oversee the creation of engaging and high-quality content across various platforms.

- Ensure content meets brand guidelines, tone, and voice.

4. Storytelling and Brand Messaging :

- Develop and maintain a compelling brand narrative through effective storytelling.

- Ensure consistency in brand messaging across all editorial content.

5. Quality Control :

- Implement and maintain editorial standards for grammar, style, and accuracy.

- Conduct regular content audits to ensure quality and relevance.

6. Cross-Functional Collaboration :

- Collaborate with marketing, design, and other teams to align editorial efforts with overall business objectives.

- Coordinate with external contributors and agencies as needed.

7. Audience Engagement :

- Monitor audience behavior and engagement metrics.

- Implement strategies to increase reader retention and interaction.

Qualifications :

1. Education :

- Bachelor's or Master degree in Journalism, Communications, English, or a related field.

2. Experience :

- 8 to 15 years of experience in editorial roles with a demonstrated progression of responsibilities.

- Previous experience in a leadership or managerial capacity.

3. Leadership Skills :

- Proven ability to lead and motivate a creative team.

- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.

4. Editorial Expertise :

- In-depth knowledge of editorial processes, storytelling, and content creation.

- Familiarity with industry best practices.

5. Communication Skills :

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to articulate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner.

6. Adaptability :

- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and industry trends.

Key Result Areas (KRAs) :

1. Content Quality :

- Ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality, error-free content.

2. Team Performance :

- Foster a high-performance team culture with measurable productivity and creativity.

3. Brand Consistency :

- Maintain brand consistency and messaging across all editorial content.

4. Audience Engagement Metrics :

- Achieve and exceed audience engagement metrics, such as time on site and interaction rates.

5. Editorial Strategy Execution :

- Successfully implement and execute the editorial strategy and calendar.