This position will report to the Marketing Director and will be
responsible for all magazines. He or she will directly manage the
editorial staff and the Circulation Manager. The successful candidate
must have strong leadership skills, an eye for detail and a passion for
producing high quality magazines that will appeal to all of our members.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• Develop, supervise and motivate a team of 4 to 5 employees
• Plan and direct over-all activities of the department
• Oversee circulation
• Write and photograph feature stories
• Ensure publication schedules are met
• Maintain an editorial calendar and database
• Plan and manage department budget and business accounts
The Editor must have strong communication skills and be able to
communicate with APHA members and the Board of Directors as well as
present reports to the Executive Committee and management. He or she
must also be flexible, willing to travel, have the ability to multi-task
and work in a deadline driven environment. The Editor will also
oversee production of the association’s other publications – Paint Horse
Connection and Paint Horse Racing. In addition to working with the
editorial staff and Circulation manager, the Editor will work closely
with the sales team, the graphics department and the marketing staff.
He or she must have a college degree in Journalism or English, should
have a minimum of four (4) to six (6) years editorial and photography
experience and some knowledge of magazine advertising sales. Experience
in the equine industry is a must.
Interested applicant should contact HR Director Judy Mitchell at
[email protected].
