Managing Editor Team Lead

Date Posted	October 23, 2026
Industry	Magazines / Publishing
Specialty	Other
Job Status	Full-time
Salary	Salary: $65,000 - $72,000/annually

Description:

Managing Editor Team Lead

Do you thrive at the intersection of storytelling, leadership and publishing excellence?

GCSAA is seeking an experienced editorial professional to lead monthly production of Golf Course Management (GCM) magazine and support compelling content for GCMonline.com. Working closely with the Director, Publications, the Managing Editor Team Lead oversees production from planning through final approval, supervises three editorial team members, and collaborates across teams and with industry professionals to deliver timely, high-quality journalism for golf course superintendents and the broader golf industry.

Qualified candidates possess:

·         Five to seven years of professional experience as a journalist, editor or writer, including experience in magazine or newspaper journalism

·         Advanced news and feature writing, copy editing and proofreading skills, with a strong knowledge of Associated Press (AP) style

·         A solid understanding of publication production processes, with the ability to guide a monthly magazine from content planning through final production

·         Experience supervising staff, providing editorial direction and coordinating work in a deadline-driven environment

·         Strong project management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

·         Excellent interpersonal, listening, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and build relationships with contributors and industry professionals

·         Creativity, sound editorial judgment and strong attention to detail

·         A bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, mass communications or a related field, or equivalent experience

·         Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Word and Outlook

·         Ability to travel approximately 10%, including weekends and overnight stays, to attend GCSAA’s Conference and Trade Show and other events

·         Golf, agronomy or turfgrass knowledge and experience with nonprofits, membership associations or trade publications are valued, but not required.

·         Position must live within a commutable distance of our headquarters office in Lawrence, KS.

About GCSAA

The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), is a non-profit, membership-driven association serving more than 21,000 members in 78 countries. Our team of approximately 95 employees is dedicated to serving our members, advancing their profession and improving communities through the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Our culture is built around a simple philosophy: Everyone paddles.

Salary: $65,000 - $72,000/annually

In addition to GCSAA’s competitive compensation and benefits package, GCSAA offers generous paid leave, a hybrid work schedule (two remote days per week), opportunities for community involvement, year-round casual attire, wellness incentives and staff events that reflect our collaborative culture.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Apply online at: https://www.gcsaa.org/who-we-are/careers-at-GCSAA . If you need further assistance applying, please email hrmail@gcsaa.org. GCSAA promotes a welcoming and inclusive environment and is proud to be an EOE.

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https://www.gcsaa.org/who-we-are/careers-at-GCSAA