Business Insurance seeks managing editor

Business Insurance, a bi-weekly news magazine and website covering the risk management, benefits management and commercial insurance sectors, is seeking a managing editor to work in its Chicago office.

The managing editor position is the number two editorial position at Business Insurance. The ME plays a key role in developing and executing the editorial strategy of the publication in print and online.

We are looking for a seasoned journalist with excellent process management skills who can coordinate production of content with a staff of about 20 reporters and editors, and a growing number of freelance contributors.

In addition, the ME deputizes for the editor in his absence.

Major responsibilities include:
•Manage day-to-day operations of print and electronic versions of the publication.
•Work with assistant managing editors and copy desk chief to oversee copy desk workflow, news gathering and development of feature content.
•Work with reporters to develop analytical news stories for the magazine.
•Work with graphics editor to develop compelling art and graphics content in print and online.
•Editing, headline writing and page production.
•Support video content production.
•Develop and produce webinars.
•Liaise with industry executives and represent the publication at events.
•Editorial content promotion.
•Produce onsite daily publications at leading industry conferences.
•Analyze content performance and optimize content placement.
•Staff development and performance evaluations.

The ideal candidate will have capabilities across all publishing forms — including print and digital — and will have a background in business journalism. Experience in a daily deadline environment is vital.

To apply, go here.