Editor in Chief at Emerald Expositions

Editor in Chief

Emerald is seeking an Editor in Chief to lead and oversee the editorial vision and strategy across Emerald’s portfolio of B2B media brands. This role will ensure the delivery of high-quality, engaging, and timely content tailored to our diverse industry audiences. The Editor in Chief will manage a team of editors and reporters, guiding content creation, maintaining editorial standards, and driving innovation in media practices. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, this role will also have ownership of the editorial budget, including full-time employees (FTEs) and freelance resources, with responsibility for budget adjustments based on profitability.

This position can be performed from any of our US-based offices or remotely from anywhere within the US.

Responsibilities

• Editorial Leadership: Develop and implement a cohesive editorial strategy across all B2B media brands, aligning with Emerald’s business goals and audience needs.
• Content Oversight: Oversee content creation, ensuring it meets the highest standards of quality, relevance, and journalistic integrity. Approve and review all major content before publication.
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of over 30 editors and reporters, fostering collaboration and professional growth. Provide feedback and direction to maintain a high-performing editorial team across more than 21 media properties.
• Budget Ownership: Manage the editorial budget, including FTEs and freelance resources. Adjust resources as necessary to optimize profitability while maintaining content quality and editorial standards.
• Generative AI Strategy: Develop and implement a plan to incorporate Generative AI into editorial practices where appropriate. Experiment with and evaluate the impact of Generative AI tools to enhance content creation and improve efficiency.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with other departments to support the growth of our media brands and drive audience engagement. Develop new content formats and innovative editorial approaches.
• Industry Expertise: Stay informed about industry trends and emerging topics across sectors covered by Emerald’s media brands. Build and maintain relationships with industry experts, thought leaders, and contributors.
• Content Performance: Monitor and analyze content performance, using data to inform editorial decisions and improve audience engagement.
• Brand Alignment: Ensure content aligns with the distinct brand identities of each media property while meeting the overall standards of Emerald.
• Cross-Platform Excellence: Guide content distribution strategies across digital, print, and event platforms, maximizing audience reach and impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading large editorial teams covering 15 or more media properties.
• Significant experience with print media, in addition to digital and event content.
• Demonstrated experience experimenting with Generative AI and the ability to develop a strategic plan to leverage AI tools for content creation and optimization.
• Strong editorial judgment and a deep understanding of content strategies for diverse professional audiences.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing and motivating editorial staff.
• Demonstrated experience managing and optimizing budgets, including FTE and freelance resources.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in content analytics and using data to drive editorial decisions.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with emerging media trends and new technologies.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Target Compensation: $185,000-225,000 (bonus eligible)

Please note that this range reflects a reasonable estimate of the target compensation for this position. This range may ultimately vary based on a candidate’s qualifications and may be higher where required by applicable law.

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to strengthen our employees’ physical and mental health, including unlimited vacation for exempt employees, flexible working locations, 401(k) plan with a company match, medical/dental/vision coverage with inclusive provisions including transgender services and fertility benefits, parental and caregiver leave, dependent, commuter and FSA benefits, professional development programs like Toastmasters, and mental wellness tools such as weekly guided meditation programs.