Jordan Mitchell

Austin, TX

(512) 555-1842

jordan.mitchell@email.com

linkedin.com/in/jordanmitchell

SUMMARY

Results-driven Magazine Editor with 2+ years of experience in editorial production, content strategy, and digital publishing within the media and B2B publishing industry. Proven record of increasing online readership 28% through SEO-optimized features and targeted newsletter campaigns. Expertise in copy editing and audience analytics to optimize content workflows, mitigate production delays, and drive measurable business outcomes.

SKILLS

Editorial Production

Copy Editing

SEO Optimization

Content Management Systems

Audience Analytics

AP Style

Newsletter Publishing

Multimedia Content

EXPERIENCE

Assistant Magazine Editor

BrightPath Media Group, Dallas, TX

June 2023 – Present

• Edit and proofread 20+ monthly articles, achieving 99% accuracy rate and reducing post-publication corrections 35%.
• Produce SEO-driven blog and feature content that increased organic traffic 28% within 12 months.
• Coordinate with 15 freelance writers, improving on-time submissions from 82% to 96%.
• Manage WordPress publishing schedule, shortening production turnaround time 22%.

Editorial Intern

Summit Business Publications, Austin, TX

January 2022 – May 2023

• Researched and drafted industry features contributing to a 15% rise in newsletter click-through rates.
• Assisted in social media promotion campaigns that expanded follower base by 1,200+ users in six months.
• Conducted fact-checking and content verification, maintaining 100% compliance with editorial standards.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

University of Texas at Austin

May 2022

Taylor Reynolds

Chicago, IL

(312) 555-9034

taylor.reynolds@email.com

linkedin.com/in/taylorreynolds

SUMMARY

Results-driven Magazine Editor with 6+ years of experience in editorial strategy, multimedia publishing, and audience development within national trade media organizations. Proven record of growing digital subscriptions 34% and increasing reader engagement 41% through data-informed content initiatives. Expertise in content planning and cross-functional collaboration to optimize production cycles, mitigate compliance risks, and drive measurable business outcomes.

SKILLS

Editorial Strategy

Content Planning

SEO & Analytics

Multichannel Publishing

Team Leadership

CMS Management

Audience Growth

Performance Reporting

EXPERIENCE

Magazine Editor

Keystone Business Press, Chicago, IL

March 2021 – Present

• Lead monthly print and digital publication cycles, delivering 12 annual issues on schedule while increasing subscriber retention 18%.
• Supervise 25+ contributors and editors, cutting revision cycles 30% through structured editorial guidelines.
• Implement analytics dashboards that improved content performance visibility, resulting in 34% subscription growth over two years.
• Partner with marketing to launch integrated campaigns generating $420K in incremental advertising revenue.

Associate Editor

Midwest Industry Review, Milwaukee, WI

July 2018 – February 2021

• Managed feature pipeline and editorial calendar, reducing missed deadlines 40%.
• Edited long-form investigative pieces averaging 3,500 words, improving reader time-on-page 26%.
• Launched weekly e-newsletter that achieved 22% average open rate within first year.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Communications

Northwestern University

June 2018

Alexandra Bennett

New York, NY

(917) 555-6621

alexandra.bennett@email.com

linkedin.com/in/alexandrabennett

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Magazine Editor with 12+ years of experience in enterprise editorial leadership, digital transformation, and audience monetization within national multimedia publishing organizations. Proven record of expanding cross-platform audience reach 65% and driving $2.4M in annual advertising revenue growth. Expertise in newsroom management and data-driven content strategy to optimize operational efficiency, mitigate reputational risk, and drive measurable business outcomes.

CORE SKILLS

Editorial Leadership

Digital Media Strategy

Revenue Growth Initiatives

Audience Analytics

Cross-Functional Management

Workflow Optimization

Content Monetization

Strategic Planning

EXPERIENCE

Magazine Editor

Atlantic Professional Publications, New York, NY

April 2017 – Present

• Direct enterprise-wide editorial strategy overseeing 40+ staff and contributors, increasing total readership 65% across print and digital platforms.
• Spearhead digital-first transformation reducing production costs 21% while accelerating time-to-publication 33%.
• Launch sponsored content programs generating $2.4M annual revenue and strengthening advertiser retention 25%.
• Establish governance standards achieving 100% compliance with publishing ethics and regulatory guidelines.

Magazine Editor

Capital City MediaWorks, Washington, DC

June 2012 – March 2017

• Managed multi-brand portfolio producing 18+ annual issues and expanding digital subscriptions 38% over three years.
• Implemented performance analytics framework improving editorial ROI and increasing engagement metrics 44%.
• Recruited and developed editorial talent, reducing turnover 19% and strengthening newsroom productivity.

EDUCATION

Master of Arts in Journalism

Columbia University

May 2012

• Edit and adapt DSHEA-compliant multimedia content across 5+ digital channels, safeguarding regulatory accuracy while driving an 8 percent lift in audience engagement and brand consistency.
• Deliver cross-channel editorial operations through WordPress and Klaviyo, executing over 12 campaigns monthly to sustain publishing cadence and reinforce integrated marketing objectives.
• Coordinate freelance contributors across distributed teams, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality assignments that reduce revision cycles 20 percent and stabilize production throughput.
• Support Content Manager with structured research and detailed outlines spanning three departments, accelerating development timelines and strengthening first-draft quality across long- and short-form assets.
• Track and report performance indicators across email, web, and interactive initiatives, informing data-driven adjustments that sustain quarterly targets and improve overall campaign efficiency.
• Analyze competitor websites and newsletters within adjacent verticals, translating market insights into differentiated editorial direction that sharpens positioning and expands strategic content opportunities.

Core Skills:

• DSHEA Compliance
• Editorial Operations
• WordPress Management
• Klaviyo Automation
• Performance Analytics
• Competitive Intelligence

• Architect and execute enterprise publishing operations and editorial strategy for a national tax-focused media platform, positioning content as a trusted resource for thousands of tax professionals.
• Direct end-to-end production of magazine and newsletter content, consistently delivering 4+ high-quality issues annually while safeguarding rigorous editorial standards and brand integrity.
• Compose, edit, and proofread all published materials as final quality gatekeeper, ensuring technical accuracy, regulatory alignment, and platform consistency across print and digital channels.
• Recruit and manage a distributed network of 20+ writers and contributors, assigning and packaging projects to maintain deadline adherence and balanced topical coverage.
• Drive multi-channel content distribution and promotion initiatives, expanding subscriber base and strengthening audience engagement through coordinated campaigns with cross-functional marketing partners.
• Represent the brand as an authoritative industry voice, contributing bylined thought leadership while monitoring competitive, regulatory, and vertical trends to inform forward-looking editorial direction.

Core Skills:

• Editorial Strategy
• Publishing Operations
• Content Quality Assurance
• Contributor Management
• Audience Development
• Industry Trend Analysis

• Shape a distinctive editorial voice for InvestingChannel, aligning multi-brand messaging with target demographics and strengthening audience resonance across web, newsletter, and CTV platforms.
• Advise executive leadership on enterprise content strategy, evaluating output from 100+ publishers and presenting data-driven findings that refine positioning and improve demographic alignment.
• Integrate newsletter, video, and CTV portfolios into a cohesive media business, partnering hands-on with freelance writers and producers to elevate quality and cross-platform consistency.
• Design and implement scalable production workflows and editorial calendars, securing stakeholder buy-in while optimizing resource allocation and accelerating time-to-publication across franchises.
• Define organizational structure, staffing models, and standardized content templates grounded in journalistic best practices, enabling sustainable growth and consistent execution at scale.
• Collaborate with design, growth, product, sales, and brand leaders on custom advertiser programs and special projects, applying performance data to expand readership and commercial impact.

Core Skills:

• Editorial Leadership
• Content Strategy Development
• Media Portfolio Integration
• Workflow Optimization
• Audience Analytics
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Analyze audience insights in partnership with brand leadership, translating demographic and behavioral data into targeted engagement strategies that sharpen content relevance across enterprise channels.
• Direct daily editorial planning and execution across multiple platforms, managing calendars and content teams to deliver high-volume output aligned with corporate brand strategy.
• Own and advance integrated content strategy, sourcing and pitching cross-channel concepts that strengthen engagement frameworks and elevate experiential design across digital touchpoints.
• Craft and refine multi-format storytelling in distinctive brand voices, amplifying subject matter experts and enhancing credibility through disciplined editorial standards and compelling headlines.
• Cultivate enterprise-wide partnerships across 1-800-Flowers brands, agencies, and regional stakeholders, premiering high-impact stories on Company Home to expand internal reach and cross-functional alignment.
• Implement structured performance measurement cycles during peak and standard seasons, leveraging monthly and weekly analytics reviews to optimize sponsored initiatives, discontinue underperforming series, and inform executive-level special projects.

Core Skills:

• Audience Insight Analysis
• Editorial Strategy Execution
• Content Calendar Management
• Brand Voice Development
• Enterprise Stakeholder Alignment
• Content Performance Measurement

• Cultivate deep expertise in custom media and healthcare sectors, aligning comprehensive knowledge of True North offerings with evolving industry standards to inform client-facing editorial strategy.
• Strategize with designers and account managers across concurrent client engagements, producing brand-aligned marketing assets that advance facility objectives and strengthen market positioning.
• Serve as primary client liaison for editorial expectations and scope discussions, translating marketing plans into actionable content direction that ensures alignment and delivery precision.
• Guide copywriters with strategic briefs connecting each article to overarching product goals, elevating cohesion across campaigns and improving first-draft quality across assignments.
• Mentor and develop writing talent through structured feedback and revision guidance, accelerating skill progression and reinforcing enterprise editorial standards.
• Oversee assignment, drafting, editing, and deadline management for multiple simultaneous projects, safeguarding quality benchmarks and maintaining consistent on-time delivery performance.

Core Skills:

• Healthcare Content Strategy
• Client Editorial Management
• Marketing Asset Development
• Copy Editing Leadership
• Writer Mentorship
• Production Deadline Oversight

• Partner with Executive Editor and masthead leadership to architect enterprise content strategy and optimize digital-print workflows, driving sustained audience growth across a regional newsroom serving 100K+ readers.
• Lead department heads in executing a digital-first, audience-centered model, aligning newsroom priorities with strategic objectives and strengthening cross-beat coordination.
• Edit diverse coverage ranging from 4,000-word investigative features to rapid-turn follow-ups, enforcing rigorous quality control standards that safeguard journalistic credibility.
• Collaborate with digital, social, and award-winning visual teams to elevate multiplatform storytelling, ensuring journalism performs competitively across web, mobile, and emerging channels.
• Advance content initiatives across new distribution platforms, integrating innovation pilots that expand reach and enhance engagement within the evolving Pittsburgh media ecosystem.
• Support newsroom recruitment and professional development while representing the organization internally and externally, partnering with division leaders and regional outlets to reinforce institutional leadership.

Core Skills:

• Editorial Strategy Leadership
• Digital Newsroom Management
• Investigative Editing
• Multiplatform Publishing
• Audience Growth Strategy
• Media Talent Development

• Produce in-depth feature articles on insurance industry trends, news, and executive profiles for each issue, sustaining authoritative coverage that reinforces the publication’s sector leadership.
• Edit and refine contributor submissions, strengthening narrative structure, contextual depth, and factual accuracy to elevate clarity and editorial consistency across print and digital formats.
• Collaborate on edition planning and forward-looking coverage calendars, aligning topical priorities with emerging developments to ensure timely, relevant reporting.
• Transform conference transcripts, webinars, and broadcast content into magazine-ready features, enhancing readability and extending multimedia assets into cohesive print narratives.
• Monitor regulatory, market, and competitive shifts within the insurance landscape, integrating timely insights that sharpen news relevance and reader value.
• Support cross-platform initiatives including social media, wire service, and production workflows, proofreading copy and covering editorial responsibilities to maintain uninterrupted publishing operations.

Core Skills:

• Insurance Industry Reporting
• Feature Writing
• Editorial Review Process
• Content Adaptation
• Publication Planning
• Multimedia Integration

• Direct portfolio management and strategic development for BJS Society journals, aligning growth initiatives with society objectives to strengthen market position within the global surgical publishing landscape.
• Oversee end-to-end manuscript workflow through the online submission system, managing hundreds of annual submissions from intake to publication to ensure timely, compliant release.
• Administer contractual obligations, budget oversight, and portfolio-level financial reporting, delivering transparent performance analysis that informs Council decision-making and resource allocation.
• Prepare and participate in editorial board and Society Council meetings, providing data-driven insights that guide policy, publishing priorities, and long-term strategic planning.
• Investigate and resolve publication ethics cases under COPE guidelines, maintaining rigorous documentation and safeguarding editorial integrity through structured issue management processes.
• Supervise Associate Managing Editor and manage BJS social media channels, strengthening team performance and expanding digital engagement within the international surgical community.

Core Skills:

• Journal Portfolio Management
• Manuscript Workflow Oversight
• Publishing Ethics Compliance
• Financial Reporting Analysis
• Editorial Board Coordination
• Scholarly Social Media

• Build an integrated multimedia publishing operation with leadership, unifying text, video, data visualization, and infographics into a cohesive, scalable content ecosystem.
• Direct end-to-end creation, packaging, and distribution strategy, aligning voice, UX/UI, SEO, and syndication to accelerate audience growth across web and partner platforms.
• Scale digital reach and engagement across website, social channels, and newsletters, expanding multi-platform traffic and strengthening brand authority within competitive markets.
• Deploy enterprise analytics frameworks to benchmark audience behavior, staff performance, and content consumption, translating insights into measurable editorial and operational priorities.
• Establish standardized workflows, processes, and governance procedures, improving production efficiency and reinforcing accountability across cross-functional teams.
• Partner with Production and Technology Directors to manage budgets, staffing schedules, and contract negotiations while cultivating high-performing talent and fostering a transparent, collaborative culture.

Core Skills:

• Multimedia Publishing Strategy
• Audience Growth Optimization
• Editorial Workflow Design
• Digital Analytics Deployment
• Budget And Contract Management
• Talent Development Leadership

• Oversee daily editorial scheduling operations for a monthly comic book portfolio, coordinating cross-department communication to maintain accurate, real-time production status visibility.
• Administer end-to-end production schedules and long-range project timelines, prioritizing overlapping titles to ensure consistent on-time delivery to print and distribution.
• Facilitate status meetings and track project control documentation, securing timely submission of vouchers and control sheets before final press deadlines.
• Coordinate with editors, designers, marketing, and sales teams to obtain scripts, artwork, covers, and back matter, preventing bottlenecks and preserving launch schedules.
• Manage creative talent logistics by assessing availability, tracking delivery rates, and maintaining an updated contributor database to optimize assignment planning.
• Supervise editorial components of solicitations and cover development, aligning promotional assets with sales calendars and strengthening cross-functional execution discipline.

Core Skills:

• Production Schedule Management
• Editorial Operations Coordination
• Creative Talent Planning
• Print Workflow Oversight
• Cross-Functional Communication
• Comics Publishing Administration

• Analyze new legislation, regulations, rulings, and court decisions across tax, accounting, and auditing domains, translating complex pronouncements into authoritative, customer-focused editorial guidance.
• Draft and update interpretive content across multi-format products, delivering daily, weekly, and monthly outputs that reflect evolving technical standards and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with external subject matter experts to structure specialized material into coherent frameworks, strengthening customer comprehension while deepening contributor relationships and market awareness.
• Review and verify submissions from internal and outside authors, enforcing accuracy, completeness, and organizational clarity to uphold rigorous professional publishing standards.
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams and contributors to meet quality benchmarks and strict publication deadlines, ensuring consistent performance across assigned product lines.
• Leverage customer inquiries, technical research, and practice trends to recommend product enhancements and workflow improvements that advance editorial efficiency and user value.

Core Skills:

• Regulatory Content Analysis
• Technical Writing
• Subject Matter Collaboration
• Editorial Quality Control
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Product Enhancement Strategy

• Plan, produce, and optimize well-researched German-language content across blogs, white papers, newsletters, brochures, CTAs, and web pages, executing against structured editorial roadmaps.
• Own organic search performance for authored articles, increasing rankings and improving click-through rates through continuous SEO refinement and data-informed content updates.
• Manage and maintain the German content directory, ensuring taxonomy accuracy, consistent terminology, and cohesive tone of voice across localized digital assets.
• Partner with writers and designers to deliver practical, high-quality materials, strengthening cross-functional collaboration and elevating brand credibility in regional markets.
• Align local and global distribution strategies with social media, performance, and regional marketing teams, supporting newsletter initiatives and integrated campaign execution.
• Provide performance feedback and strategic recommendations on content effectiveness, informing iterative enhancements that advance visibility, engagement, and overall content strategy outcomes.

Core Skills:

• German Content Creation
• Search Engine Optimization
• Content Localization Management
• Editorial Style Governance
• Cross-Channel Distribution
• Content Performance Analysis

• Develop project content to meet market requirements and uphold quality standards, ensuring products align with strategic publishing objectives and audience expectations.
• Brief and manage third-party suppliers and freelance editors, monitoring deliverables to secure high-quality output and consistent adherence to project specifications.
• Maintain continuity of house style across multi-component initiatives, collaborating within cross-functional project teams to guide content and presentation decisions.
• Conduct structured desk research with editorial stakeholders to validate subject accuracy and ensure alignment with defined vision and scope.
• Translate print concepts into digital specifications by drafting project documentation, editorial guidelines, and metadata briefs while prototyping with in-house authoring tools.
• Review content at defined milestones, enforcing company procedures and best-practice standards to guarantee quality assurance, timely delivery, and successful project realization.

Core Skills:

• Content Development Strategy
• Supplier Editorial Oversight
• House Style Governance
• Digital Publishing Specifications
• Metadata And Tagging
• Quality Assurance Review

• Coordinate and execute procurement content development and UX strategy, aligning intranet and supplier-facing platforms with enterprise usability standards and stakeholder objectives.
• Lead migration of the primary procurement intranet from w3 Publisher to SharePoint, modernizing architecture and improving searchability, governance, and user adoption across global teams.
• Support launch of a new external supplier website by collaborating with content owners and marketing to implement updated CMS and DAM frameworks.
• Design and publish clear, accessible procurement content for SharePoint and supplier platforms, simplifying complex policies into action-oriented guidance that enhances user experience.
• Assess content requests with subject matter experts to define objectives and outcomes, translating multi-source technical details into structured, goal-driven digital assets.
• Advocate user-centered design decisions through cross-functional influence, strengthening engagement for procurement stakeholders, internal clients, and external suppliers worldwide.

Core Skills:

• Content Migration Leadership
• SharePoint Administration
• Supplier Portal Strategy
• User Experience Design
• CMS And DAM Implementation
• Procurement Content Management

• Own a flagship brand portfolio, sourcing and writing feature articles while coordinating authors, designers, and printers to meet strict publication deadlines.
• Conduct executive-level interviews with C-suite leaders, translating insights into authoritative content that strengthens brand credibility and industry positioning.
• Oversee global editorial media channels from concept through daily production and planning, ensuring cohesive execution across print and digital platforms.
• Drive audience growth by managing social media presence and cultivating an engaged online community aligned with brand objectives.
• Organize branded conferences and industry events, presenting when required and expanding professional networks to generate high-value content opportunities.
• Engage companies through email, phone, and in-person outreach while collaborating closely with editorial colleagues to secure story leads and sustain production continuity.

Core Skills:

• Brand Editorial Management
• Executive Interviewing
• Multichannel Publishing
• Social Media Growth
• Event Programming
• Stakeholder Engagement