What are the responsibilities and job description for the Managing Editor - NAW position at Kroenke Sports & Entertainment?
Title: Managing Editor - North American Whitetail
Department: Publishing
Business Unit: Outdoor Sportsman Group
Location: Remote
Reports To: Associate Publisher
Employment Type: Full Time– Salaried– Exempt
Supervisor Position: Yes
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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Nature of Work:
As the Associate Editor of North American Whitetail, you will oversee the department editing and associated correspondence for the Florida Sportsman Magazine.
Examples of work performed:
- Manage Field Editors
- Receive copy by monthly deadline and ready it for print.
- Identify and develop new Field Editors as needed.
- Serve as Editorial Department point of contact for Digital Editor and Social Media Manager
- Seminars: Work with existing team of contributors on developing how-to articles of 600-700 words, with images. Average of 5 columns per issue.
- Correspond with cooking columnist on recipes, seasonal topics
- New Products: Receive and file press releases. Prepare 3-4 short items w/photo per issue.
- Department editing (short form pieces) for Special Interest Publications
- Contribute monthly feature article to the magazine and Special Interest Publications
- Attend industry functions as needed
- Mac In-Design Editing work – Cutting copy, captions, proofing as needed.
- Write Table of Contents, sidebars and other supporting matter in each issue as needed
- Attend ICAST, Miami Boat Show and other industry functions as delegated
This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Working Conditions & Physical Demands:
- Typical Office Conditions
- Travel Required
- Working in a fishing/boating environment at times
- Location, Hours: Stuart, FL office 8:45 a.m.-5 p.m daily M-F. Must be willing to work later during deadline periods, some weekends, etc. Potential remote/work-from-home schedule for candidates with demonstrated experience only.
Qualifications
- Minimum
- BS/BA degree in field. Preferably in English or Journalism, but strong writing skills more important than subject.
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Aptitude with still photography and basic video (GoPro, DSLR, etc.)
- Strong competency with Mac OS (and MS Office – Outlook, Teams, etc.)
- Familiarity with Adobe In-Design
- Knowledgeable in fishing
- Ability to maintain positive attitude and demonstrate professionalism
- Ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
- Ability to work independently & in a group setting and demonstrate good judgment skills
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
- Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and adapt to changing environments
Benefits Include
- 12 Paid Company Holidays
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending plans (FSAs)
- 401K plan
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.