Digital Trends Media Group · 1 month ago
Managing Editor, 21 Oak
Portland, OR
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$50K/yr - $60K/yr
5+ years expDigital Trends is the parent company of 21 Oak, a platform offering guidance to home buyers. They are seeking an experienced Managing Editor to lead the editorial team, shape content strategy, and ensure high-quality content across various lifestyle verticals.
Consumer ElectronicsMedia and EntertainmentNews
Responsibilities
Edit, proofread, and revise articles across all lifestyle verticals (style, inspiration, How-to, Home Maintenance) to ensure clarity, engagement, and alignment with The Manual’s editorial standards
Optimize all published content for SEO and distribution platforms (Google Discover, Apple News, referral traffic), including keyword strategy, headline crafting, meta data, and mobile-first formatting
Uphold and evolve 21 Oak’s distinctive brand voice and style guide across every article
Provide constructive feedback to freelance and staff writers, guiding drafts from pitch to publish-ready
Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, social media, audience development, and commerce teams to align content with business goals and audience growth strategies
Contribute to and help execute content strategy that capitalizes on trends while staying true to our mission
Oversee regular content refreshes and updates to maintain evergreen relevance and SEO performance
Analyze performance data (Google Analytics, Parse.ly, etc.) to inform editorial decisions and future planning
Manage the editorial calendar, assign stories, and ensure on-time delivery in a fast-paced environment
Plan, write, and produce our high-performing email newsletters
Own the editorial budget: track spending, review/approve freelancer invoices, and ensure projects stay within scope and financial guidelines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, Communications, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
5+ years of digital editing experience, ideally in men's lifestyle, culture, or enthusiast publishing
Proven track record of editing and optimizing content that ranks well and drives significant traffic
Deep understanding of SEO best practices (keyword research, on-page optimization, content structuring for featured snippets, etc.)
Hands-on experience with analytics platforms (Google Analytics 4, Parse.ly, Chartbeat, SEMrush, Ahrefs, etc.)
Proficiency with WordPress (or similar CMS) and basic HTML knowledge a plus
Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and thrive under pressure
Strong leadership and communication skills; experience managing freelancers or small teams is a strong plus
Existing portfolio or published clips showcasing lifestyle editing work required
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Company
Digital Trends Media Group
Digital Trends Media Group is an award-winning publishing company encompassing a number of Millennial-focused media brands including Digital Trends and Digital Trends en Español; men’s lifestyle publication, The Manual; and a number of other popular titles.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$10M2016-10-04Debt Financing· $10M
2010-10-31Series A
Leadership Team
Dan Gaul
Founder/CTO
Nathan Bell
SVP, Data and Business Analytics
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