Editorial Specialist

Description

The Editorial Specialist supports the planning, production, and publication of content across AMT – The Association For Manufacturing’s digital channels, including articles, newsletters, websites, and social media. This role keeps editorial projects organized and on schedule while ensuring content is accurate, consistent, and aligned with the organization’s voice and audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the corporate content management system, including working with editors to post articles, upload photos, and optimize content for search and AI visibility.
• Track performance of all content via Google Analytics and other platforms, identifying what material resonates most strongly with audiences.
• Coordinate with writers, editors, designers, subject matter experts, and external contributors to move content from concept through publication.
• Manage multiple newsletters, ensuring timely, well-organized material for multiple different audiences.
• Prepare and upload multiple podcast episodes per week and maintain a podcast calendar to ensure timely posting of audio.
• Write several news articles per week.
• Coordinate with marketing and member services to promote AMT content on YouTube and other social media channels.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Three to five years of experience in editorial coordination, publishing, communications, or content production.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and clear, professional communication.
• Experience with content management systems, email marketing platforms, and project management tools.
• Familiarity with AP style or other established editorial guidelines.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a trade publication, association, or business-to-business media organization.
• Familiarity with SEO, digital analytics, and newsletter production.
• Interest in manufacturing, technology, or other specialized industry coverage.

Success in This Role

Success means content is published on time, editorial materials are accurate and well-organized, and contributors and internal teams have clear direction throughout the production process.

Full-Time Benefits: 

Medical | Dental | Vision coverage - 100% of premiums covered for employees and eligible dependents

· Paid Time Off (PTO) - up to 5 weeks if start date is before July 1. After July 1, receive 2.5 weeks for the remainder of the year.

· Paid Winter Break and select holidays

· Tuition reimbursement program

· 401k Plan (100% company match up to 6%, no vesting period)

· Free drinks/snacks/lunch catered monthly and so much more

Equal Opportunity Employer:

AMT is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition, or any other reason protected by law.