FWD People is hiring an Editorial Director, Healthcare to define and uphold the editorial vision across the agency. You are both a leader of craft and a leader of people, ensuring every written deliverable meets the highest standards for clarity, consistency, accuracy, and impact. You partner closely with Creative, Strategy, and Account leadership to shape narrative systems, mentor editors and writers, and ensure editorial excellence.
What You'll Do
- Set editorial standards, voice frameworks, and quality benchmarks across accounts.
- Lead and mentor Senior Editors and editorial contributors.
- Partner with Creative Directors to align narrative, copy, and editorial strategy.
- Oversee editing of complex, regulated, or high-visibility content.
- Ensure consistency across brands, channels, and deliverables.
- Serve as a senior editorial presence in client discussions when needed.
- Help evolve editorial processes and best practices across the agency.
- Contribute to new business efforts through editorial expertise and strategic thinking.
What We're Looking For
- 10–12+ years of editorial experience, including leadership roles.
- Deep expertise in healthcare, animal health, nonprofit, or scientific content.
- Proven ability to lead teams and uphold high editorial standards.
- Strong strategic thinking and narrative sensibility.
- Excellent communication and mentorship skills.
- Calm authority, sound judgment, and deep respect for craft.
- Experience managing direct reports and developing talent.
- Comfort working with regulated content and MLR processes.
Nice to Have
- Experience in oncology, immunology, neurology, or rare disease categories.
- Background working with biotech or pharmaceutical clients.
- Expertise in developing editorial style guides and brand voice frameworks.
- Experience contributing to agency growth and new business initiatives.
- Familiarity with digital content strategy and omnichannel storytelling.
- Recognition or awards for editorial excellence in healthcare or mission-driven sectors.
Team & Environment
You will partner closely with Creative, Strategy, and Account leadership.
Benefits & Compensation
- 25 days off per year + 16 paid holidays
- Matching 401(k)
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Paid maternity & paternity leave
- Home office setup
- Yearly team retreats
- Comprehensive professional development program including executive coaching and a yearly professional development stipend
Work Mode
This is a hybrid role based in Brooklyn, NYC.
We are an equal-opportunity employer, welcoming differences in race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and more. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we are committed to ensuring equal opportunities and fostering a culture of respect and collaboration.
