McKinney · 15 hours ago
Medical Editorial Supervisor
Durham, NC, New York, NY or Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expMcKinney is a company focused on quality in medical advertising, and they are seeking a Medical Editorial Supervisor to ensure accuracy and compliance across advertising materials. This role involves leading a team of editors while balancing hands-on editorial tasks and cross-functional collaboration to uphold brand standards and improve workflows.
Advertising
No H1B
Responsibilities
Own the editorial QC function; develop, maintain, and enforce QC standards and editorial best practices that meet and exceed client expectations
Conduct quality audits and trend analysis across deliverables; proactively identify and address systemic quality issues before they reach clients
Develop and maintain QC checklists, workflows, and quality benchmarks tailored to each brand's requirements
Partner with Account and PM teams to communicate QC value, build client confidence, and position quality assurance as a competitive differentiator
Perform hands-on editorial work (proofreading, fact-checking) to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with FDA regulations, AMA style, and brand standards
Uphold editorial and brand style across multiple brands; serve as the quality gatekeeper for all outgoing materials
Partner with Brand (Account/Copy) teams to create, maintain, and evolve brand style guides
Support the implementation of FDA/AMA updates across the editorial function; ensure the team is trained and aligned on regulatory changes
Identify, test, and document process improvements and technologies—including AI tools—to improve quality, speed, and consistency; provide recommendations for broader adoption
Champion rigorous, QC processes while evaluating new tools that enhance (not replace) editorial judgment
Supervise and mentor editors; provide clear editorial direction, actionable feedback, and coaching
Lead or delegate onboarding for full-time and freelance editors to ensure consistency and rapid ramp-up
Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous learning
Collaborate with PM, Account, Copy, and other partners to resolve content challenges and ensure regulatory compliance
Represent Editorial in select internal and client touchpoints, ensuring clarity of expectations and standards
Help plan and deliver training sessions (e.g., FDA/AMA updates, editorial standards, AI/tech workflows)
Manage scheduling for editors and freelancers; adjust resources to accommodate shifting timelines and last-minute needs
Field process/tool questions and partner with PM/Operations to maintain smooth workflows
Support coverage planning, including evening/off‑hours requirements typical within the industry; proactively communicate risks and mitigation strategies
Help define and track editorial quality and efficiency metrics (e.g., error rates, review cycle time, throughput)
Escalate systemic issues with clear, actionable recommendations
Translate editorial improvements into measurable value for the agency (quality, efficiency, and risk reduction)
Reports to: PM DirectorWorks closely with: Brand Leads (Account/Copy), Project Management/Operations, and cross‑department stakeholders
Qualification
Required
5–7+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical advertising editorial role, with 2+ years in a supervisory or management capacity
Deep expertise in AMA style, with strong working knowledge of FDA/OPDP regulations for medical/pharma advertising
Proven ability to manage multiple brands, deliverables, and style frameworks under tight deadlines
Strong editorial judgment, problem‑solving skills, and comfort operating in fast‑moving or ambiguous environments
Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and familiarity with editorial/QA tools such as GlobalVision, Hive, Content Compare or similar proofing tools
Positive, collaborative communicator with the ability to influence teams across creative, account, and operations
Comfortable adopting and championing AI‑enabled editorial workflows and new technologies
Demonstrated ability to drive improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and team performance through clear processes and standards
Preferred
Experience in traditional consumer advertising in addition to pharma
Company
McKinney
McKinney is a marketing firm that provides services to connect companies to customers.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Lyle Yetman
Chief Creative Officer
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