NACS · 12 hours ago
Managing Editor
Alexandria, VA, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expNACS is the leading global trade association dedicated to advancing convenience and fuel retailing. The Managing Editor will lead the creation and execution of NACS Magazine and digital content, while collaborating with various teams to ensure high-quality editorial standards and timely delivery of materials.
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Responsibilities
Lead efforts that advance NACS with a focus on results and impact
Take a leading role in the production of NACS Magazine, including working closely with the rest of the editorial team, design, advertising, and advertising operations and owning project management responsibilities for the magazine
Demonstrate excellence across a variety of hands-on editing duties, including substantive editing, copyediting, and proofreading while maintaining NACS editorial standards and brand voice
Demonstrate excellent writing ability in both print and digital
Work closely with external and internal writers in assigning and editing articles
Take a leading role in the execution and ideation of a variety of other print or digital publications, including event-based publications that require thriving under pressure and tight deadlines
Assist with the creation of digital content, including news stories, digital features, and longform content, across NACS digital platforms, including the newsletter program and convenience.org; serve as back-up editor for a variety of digital products
Demonstrate thorough understanding of digital best practices and how to make metric-driven decisions
Commitment to continuously learning about NACS, the convenience industry, and emerging media trends
Prioritize workflow, deadlines, and ensure efficiency
Contribute to successfully achieving key KPIs and other goals across NACS, including within NACS Media
As assigned, write sponsored content articles, working closely with advertisers and representing NACS professionally while creating top-notch content
Build outstanding understanding of our audience and how to create and edit content that suits this audience
Represent NACS onsite at NACS and other events and provide coverage as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Demonstrated experience managing projects within a media-driven environment
Top-notch editing skills as a substantive editor, copyeditor, and proofreader
Minimum of five years of relevant work experience
Excellent working knowledge and experience with a variety of software, including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and demonstrated ability to learn new software and processes quickly
Awareness of emerging trends and technologies, including AI; a strong commitment to continuous learning
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced media environment and across multiple departments
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously; a flexible mindset
Ability to represent NACS professionally with external stakeholders across the convenience industry
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to partner effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders under tight time constraints
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Preferred
Knowledge of the convenience industry is a strong plus
Knowledge of related industries (fueling, QSRs, other retail) is also a strong plus
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package
In-Office Position w/ Work From Anywhere (WFA) Days
Metro Accessible – 2 blocks from King Street metro
Company
NACS
NACS is a research council for convenience and fuel retailing about market.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Frank Gleeson
President and CEO of NACS
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