Center for News, Technology & Innovation - CNTI · 1 week ago
Editorial and Communications Manager
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $80K/yr
3+ years expThe Center for News, Technology & Innovation (CNTI) is an independent global policy research center seeking a full-time Editorial and Communications Manager to enhance their external messaging and digital presence. This role focuses on strategic storytelling, media relations, and event support to amplify CNTI’s work in independent media and technology.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Own the Editorial Calendar: Develop and manage a robust editorial calendar to ensure a consistent cadence of "owned" content across all current channels (website, LinkedIn, newsletters), ensuring alignment with CNTI’s broader strategic objectives
Newsletter & Guest Essay Management: Own the end-to-end production of CNTI’s monthly flagship newsletter. This includes drafting original copy, sourcing and scheduling guest essays from global experts, and maintaining a rigorous publication schedule to drive subscriber growth
Content Follow-Ons & Repackaging: Lead the "long-tail" content approach by repurposing our major research reports and primers into accessible formats—such as social media graphics, blog summaries, and newsletter highlights—to extend their lifespan and reach. This includes some original writing and editing
Website Management: Maintain primary ownership of the CNTI website's management and content, serving as the main liaison with the website development team
Digital Growth & Analytics: Track and report on key success metrics (e.g., newsletter subscriber growth, social media engagement, website returning visitors) to refine our strategy and demonstrate impact to leadership and funders
Event Communications Execution: Execute communications plans for signature "key moment" events (e.g., Newsgeist, report launches) to maximize visibility and attendee engagement
Stakeholder & Media Relations (Domestic & International): Support targeted pitching to leading figures in media, tech, and policy, and manage day-to-day media inquiries to build CNTI’s reputation as a trusted resource
Infrastructure Building: Assist in establishing and documenting standard operating procedures (SOPs) for content workflows, ensuring consistency and efficiency as the team scales
Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to synthesize complex information
Qualification
Required
3-5 years of experience in business writing and editing, journalism and communications
Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Public Policy, Communications, or a related field
Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to synthesize complex information
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects in a remote environment
Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with a distributed team
Proficiency with digital tools and social media platforms (e.g., WordPress, Google Suite, Analytics)
Preferred
Experience working with international teams or adapting communications for global audiences (understanding of EU or Global South media landscapes is a plus)
Familiarity with media policy, technology, or journalism sectors is a plus
Experience working with non-profits, think tanks, or startups preferred
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k) and 401(k) matching
Paid time off
Parental leave
Company
Center for News, Technology & Innovation - CNTI
The Center for News, Technology & Innovation (CNTI), an independent global research center, seeks to encourage independent, sustainable media, maintain an open internet and foster informed public policy conversations.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase