Managing Editor - Secret Chicago

Managing Editor - Secret Chicago at Secret Media Network. Reporting directly to our Editorial Executive of the region, your tasks will include: Managing a growing team of enthusiastic writers, video producers, and social media creatives; 1-on-1 management, ensuring workflows are clear, and providing individual feedback; Develop and maintain high editorial standards, adhering to the brand’s identity and tone of voice; Maximize exposure for each city presence in the Central US and Canada markets through media strategies and event coverage. This will include working with our social media, editorial, video, PR, creative, legal, and marketing teams on select occasions; Lead and guide the team to grow, inspire, and reach new audiences; Liaise with regional Managing Editors and the Executive Editor of North America to share weekly feedback, best practices, and set strategies for cities you manage; Collate and interpret data for cities in your region based on SMN’s internal KPIs, and use these findings to inform future strategy; Identify editorial partnership opportunities to bring SMN content to an ever-wider, diverse audience; Representing Secret Media Network at key press events and media gatherings; Work with our legal team to coordinate contracts, and Terms & Conditions as needed; Leading the hiring process for new writers, video producers, and social media creatives in the Central US and Canada region.