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I’m looking for a position in: Accounting | Advertising | Art | Circulation | Custom Media | Editorial | Events and Marketing | Production | Web
Accounting
None at this time.
Advertising
Integrated Account Executive
Washingtonian magazine is looking for a full time salesperson to join its team. Responsibilities include selling our print publications, digital products and event sponsorships. Candidate must have proven sales experience, excellent communication skills, and be a self-starter. The ideal candidate will be highly organized and able to thrive in a high volume, fast-paced and team-oriented environment. Knowledge of the local DC, Maryland, & Virginia market a plus. Compensation package will be commensurate with experience. Email cover letter (including compensation requirements) and resume to kanderson@washingtonian.com
Responsibilities:
- Meet and exceed sales goals monthly sales goals.
- Create and sell integrated media programs utilizing all platforms.
- Cold call & prospect for new customers-sales development of territory is critical.
- Identify the key advertising placement decision makers and initiate and pursue productive, consultative relationships.
- Build upon and service existing advertisers in your assigned territory.
- Develop and prepare sales proposals and custom marketing presentations for advertising clients.
- Attend networking, community, and client events providing a strong representation of the Washingtonian brand.
- Respond proactively to client requests for proposals, advertising information and materials.
- Analyze competitive set and develop formal “account plans” for top 25 prospects in territory.
- Execute and communicate weekly sales recaps to management.
Skills:
- 3-5 years of print, digital, event sponsorship, and social media sales experience.
- Ability to work with and effectively communicate to a full range of clients – from small, local businesses to corporate accounts and advertising agencies.
- Experience using a sales CRM.
- Cold calling and negotiation skills.
- High competency in MS office, particularly PowerPoint & Excel.
- Ability to deliver strong presentations to a large group.
Art
None at this time.
Circulation
None at this time.
Custom Media
Job Title: Director of Content Strategy
Position Overview:
Washingtonian Media is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Content Strategy to lead our content team and drive our media initiatives forward. This role requires a creative and analytical leader
with a proven track record of meeting goals, driving traffic, and producing high-quality content both print and digital. The ideal candidate will have experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive content strategies, with a specific focus on special sections, videos, scripts, and client interviews.
Key Responsibilities:
– Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive content strategy that aligns withWashingtonian Media’s goals and objectives.
– Oversee the creation and execution of special sections, video scripts, and client interviews.
– Collaborate closely with in-house writers, videographers, voice-over artists, and graphicdesigners to produce compelling and engaging content.
– Manage and mentor a team of content creators, ensuring the delivery of high-quality work ontime and within budget.
– Work with external agencies as needed to supplement the in-house team and achieve contentgoals.
– Analyze content performance data to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
– Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices to ensure Washingtonian Media remains aleader in content creation and distribution.
– Conduct regular content audits and develop strategies for content optimization and repurposing.
– Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, conducting interviews and understandingtheir needs to create tailored content.
Qualifications:
– Proven track record of meeting goals and driving traffic through effective content strategies.
– Extensive experience in content creation, including special sections, video scripts, and client interviews.
– Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a diverse team of content creators.
– Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret content performance data and make data-driven decisions.
– Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with multidisciplinary stakeholders, both client and team.
– Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
– A portfolio of your most successful content that you have created or been involved in creating.
– Excited to contribute, communicate, and strategize with our internal teams regarding the quality of our offerings with a client first approach.
Preferred Qualifications:
– Experience working in a media or publishing environment.
– Familiarity with content management systems and digital marketing tools.
– Knowledge of SEO best practices and content optimization techniques.
– Professional with 5-7 years of experience, including direct experience working in media.
– Degree-educated in journalism, communications, marketing, or related field
Salary And Benefits:
The pay range for this position is $57,000 – $85,000.
Benefits:
This position is classified as regular. Regular staff are eligible for NORC’s comprehensive benefits program. Benefits include, but are not limited to:
– Generously subsidized health insurance, effective on the first of the month following employee start date
– Dental and vision insurance
– A 401(K) retirement program with employer match eligible after 6 months
– Group life insurance and short-term disability insurance
– Benefits that promote work/life balance, including generous paid time off, holidays; paid parental leave, bereavement leave, and tuition assistance.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume, a cover letter, and a link to a portfolio of their most successful content to wcmjobs@washingtonian.com. Please include “Director of Content Strategy Application” in the subject line of your email.
Washingtonian Media is an equal opportunity employer that values and actively seeks diversity in the workforce. Washingtonian evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other legally protected characteristics.
Join our team and help us continue to deliver high-quality, engaging content to our audience!
Editorial
Editorial Fellowship
Washingtonian’s editorial fellowship offers applicants the chance to immerse themselves in all aspects of making a magazine. As a regional magazine for the national capital, we cover a universe that includes national newsmakers and hometown tastemakers, everything from power politics to local real estate to the ways our diverse city shops, eats, and dresses. Our editorial fellows fact-check stories, work occasional magazine events, and write as often as possible for our magazine and our website. The ideal applicant is a self-starter, ready to collaborate with our creative newsroom and get fired up about covering the day’s happenings in Washington—but also someone with enough curiosity to sniff out interesting news, trends, and personalities that aren’t already in the media. Over the years, our editorial fellows have written feature stories, landed magazine jobs, and had tons of fun. Join us!
Responsibilities:
- Pitch and write articles for the print magazine and website
- Research and fact-check print stories
- Assist with Washingtonian public programming
- Attend daily and weekly staff meetings
Qualifications:
- Available to work full time Monday through Friday
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong multitasking and organizational skills
Fellows are paid at a rate of $17.50/hour
To apply: Please send your résumé, cover letter, and two clips to editorialfellowships@
Preferred that applicants live in DC/Maryland/Virginia or be willing to relocate.