Scout Motors is hiring an Executive Editor to lead the strategic direction, editorial integrity, and expansion of our public-facing digital platform. In this pivotal role, you will define the editorial voice and own the end-to-end content ecosystem, including strategy, creation, governance, and platform leadership.
What You'll Do
- Develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-channel content strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
- Define and steward a clear, distinctive editorial voice across diverse audiences.
- Establish content pillars, story frameworks, and narrative arcs.
- Set and enforce rigorous editorial standards for accuracy, tone, accessibility, inclusivity, and ethics.
- Oversee editorial workflows, including planning, editing, fact-checking, approvals, and publication.
- Maintain and evolve editorial guidelines, governance documentation, and quality assurance systems.
- Lead strategic decisions regarding content platforms, CMS upgrades, and website redesign.
- Partner with digital and technical teams to enhance user experience and platform scalability.
- Champion innovation in digital publishing formats and audience engagement strategies.
- Collaborate with internal departments to surface compelling stories and translate initiatives into narratives.
- Serve as a trusted editorial advisor to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Coordinate with external contributors, partners, and subject matter experts.
- Lead, mentor, and develop content staff, fostering a culture of creativity and excellence.
- Recruit and manage freelance writers, editors, and contributors.
- Assign and prioritize projects to balance long-term strategy with timely execution.
- Partner with marketing and digital teams to expand reach, visibility, and engagement.
- Leverage performance data and audience insights to refine editorial strategy.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, English, or a related field.
- 8+ years of progressive editorial experience.
- At least 3+ years in senior-level leadership responsibility.
- Demonstrated success building and managing content strategies for mission-driven organizations, media outlets, or digital platforms.
- Proven ability to establish and uphold rigorous editorial standards.
- Experience leading editors, writers, and freelance contributors.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and narrative development skills.
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience with digital publishing platforms, content management systems, and analytics tools.
- Strong project management capabilities, with ability to oversee multiple initiatives.
- Technological proficiency and comfort navigating CMS platforms and digital tools.
- Ability to travel out of town overnight several times per year for required events.
- Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 30 lbs.
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
Nice to Have
- Advanced degree preferred.
- Experience in military service or working in military-connected organizations.
- Experience scaling content operations and audience growth for public-facing platforms.
- Familiarity with membership-driven organizations.
Technical Stack
- Digital publishing platforms
- Content management systems (CMS)
- Analytics tools
Team & Environment
This role sits within the Marketing Communications department and reports to the Chief Marketing Officer. You'll join a team of motivated individuals dedicated to helping each other do remarkable things. We focus on data-driven insights while understanding the value of spirited storytelling, operating in an agile arena where great minds come together in a highly flexible, virtual environment.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $106,000 - $146,000 per year
- 403(b) with matching
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Communications Allowance
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) Leave for Active Duty Military Spouses
- On-the-job professional development training
- Career growth opportunities
- Workplace flexibility
Work Mode
This is a remote position open to candidates within the continental United States.
Blue Star Families is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
