Job Postings From Our Member Companies Title:
Managing Editor
Post Date
9/11/2013
Expiration Date
11/11/2013
Details:
Garnet Hill, located in the beautiful White Mountains of New Hampshire, is a fast-growing, high-end multichannel marketer specializing in original designs in clothing and home decor. Our employees are creative, hardworking, fun loving, and absolutely passionate about what they do.
Garnet Hill is part of Cornerstone Brands, a family of leading home and apparel brands including Chasing Fireflies, Frontgate, Ballard Designs, Grandin Road, Improvements, and TravelSmith. Cornerstone is a division of HSNi (Nasdaq: HSNI),a $3 billion interactive multi-channel retailer that offers an innovative, differentiated retail experience on TV, online, via mobile, in catalogs, and in brick and mortar stores.
We are currently recruiting for a Managing Editor to join our Team.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and drive editorial branding strategies and concepts; serving as the chief voice of content and brining the Art of Delight to life, and present to VP of Creative and senior management as appropriate
Manage and coordinate the daily activities of the Copy department setting goals, establishing quality measures and assisting in creating work processes with other departments in support of company initiatives
Build and support multiple fashion/lifestyle brands within the overall Garnet Hill brand with a distinctive copy/editorial voice, maintaining a cohesive overall presentation
Understand the overall business, brand and marketing objectives and proactively contribute to its evolution and success through creative and strategic writing
Research and oversee the development of all copy and editorial for print, collateral advertising, public relations and the Internet (including seasonal themes), while continuing to enhance the brand voice
Develop a multichannel core Copy staff that is specialized but interchangeable/cross-trained to meet the growing needs of the organization/business
Develop, lead and mentor the Copy team. Make sure talent is in place, set lofty goals, and ensure the team and its members succeed and grow
Work with the Production Proofreading team to ensure consistency of voice by maintaining Garnet Hills copy/style guidelines (Garnet Hill House Style Guide)
Attend all assigned Creative and Merchandising line reviews and approval meetings to ensure greater consistency and accuracy of content information
Work with Merchandising to support seasonal trends and editorial agendas with dynamic and effective copy approaches
Establish and maintain the Copy department budget
Ensure the fulfillment of marketing/public relations copy and content needs. Provide content for other company collateral including, but not limited to mailers and alternative marketing efforts, promotional materials, customer letters/communications, package inserts and packaging
Establish bestpractice processes, standards and guidelines for copy development, ensuring quality, style, accuracy and consistency throughout
In collaboration with Creative, Production, Merchandising and Marketing teams, develop concepts for creative content of catalog, web, marketing and other miscellaneous projects
Be a contributing member of the Creative team brainstorming, planning and developing future projects
Other responsibilities as directed and necessary for the business
Qualifications:
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree in writing intensive field or equivalent work experience
7+ years experience in advertising copywriting and editing in high-quality catalog and multi-channel retailer environment within the apparel and/or lifestyle brands; including all print, collateral and Internet
3+ years experience managing and leading a high-performing work team
Experience in public relations and press releases a plus
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
Advanced skills with Macintosh/Apple systems and software
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and InDesign a plus
Understanding of copy as it relates to art, design, graphics and typography
SKILLS REQUIRED:
Demonstrated pattern of developing, leading and motivating a high-performing team
Ability to work with peers to develop strategically planned solutions that enhance the brand while valuing the input of the group
Ability to articulate and present concepts and ideas to senior leadership
Extremely high attention to detail and high standard for quality
Ability to manage and complete multiple projects under tight deadlines, and effectively communicate and prioritize projects with other departments
Excellent time-management and organizational skills
Flexibility to react to a fast-paced environment
Ability to think strategically about interactive design and advertising
Strong conceptual skills
Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team environment
Comments:
In addition to a high energy, team-based environment we offer great career potential and a competitive compensation and benefit package, including:
Matching 401(k)
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
Employee Discounts on Cornerstone & Home Shopping Network Products
Paid Time Off
Discounted Group Auto & Property Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Interested in joining this small company with big company advantages? Please send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to:
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Employer:
Garnet Hill, Inc.
Contact:
Human Resources
Address:
231 Main Street
Franconia, NH 03580
Work Phone:
603-823-5545
Fax:
603-823-7404
Email:
humanresources@garnethill.com
Website:
http://www.garnethill.com/career-opps/content
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