Managing Editor

Date Posted	September 26, 2025
Industry	Newspapers, Magazines / Publishing, Digital Media
Specialty	Local News
Required Education	Bachelor's Degree
Job Status	Full-time
Salary	$55,000 to $60,000

Description:

Mid-Atlantic Media, a fast-growing publisher of niche ethnic and community magazine titles, is seeking a Managing Editor to join our team of award-winning journalists.

The primary responsibility is managing a team of staff writers under the supervision of the Group Editor for three respected Jewish publications: Baltimore Jewish Times, Philadelphia Jewish Exponent, and Washington Jewish Week. Familiarity with Jewish community life and culture is strongly preferred.  Copy/Line editing and proofing skills are required. Secondarily, the Managing Editor will have the opportunity to be direct two bi-monthly lifestyle publications; Baltimore Style and Montgomery Magazine. The position is based in our Columbia, Maryland office and is not remote.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled editor with a passion for community journalism to mentor young writers, manage workflow across multiple publications, and help shape content in a digital-first environment.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise staff and freelance writers to ensure timely, high-quality content for weekly print and daily digital platforms
• Proof and edit stories for clarity, grammar, accuracy, and adherence to AP Style and house standards
• Fact-check content, including verifying accuracy of photography and video
• Manage editorial workflow to meet production deadlines
• Support technical needs related to digital publishing, including troubleshooting minor issues
• Serve as a mentor to staff writers, guiding their professional growth and performance

Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of experience in community journalism, including editorial management
• Strong editing and proofreading skills with excellent attention to detail
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a team of writers
• Experience working in deadline-driven environments