Identify opportunities to extend editorial themes, stories and campaigns across digital and social platforms.
Provide editorial direction and feedback to writers, contributors, designers and content teams.
Support and mentor junior editorial team members where required.
Foster a collaborative culture focused on creativity, quality and continuous improvement.
Content Development & Production Management
Lead the editorial planning process, ensuring content deliverables are aligned with production schedules and deadlines.
Brief contributors, freelancers and internal teams, clearly defining content requirements and creative expectations.
Review, edit and write content as required, ensuring all copy meets editorial standards.
Liaise with cover personalities, publicists, agents and external stakeholders to facilitate interviews, photoshoots and content partnerships.
Collaborate closely with Design team to ensure a cohesive editorial and visual direction.
Partner with Production teams to monitor workflows, resolve bottlenecks and ensure the timely delivery of content.
Maintain ongoing communication with creative and production teams regarding project status, priorities and deadlines.
Client Relationship Management
Act as a key client contact for editorial content, building trusted relationships and ensuring content objectives are met.
Collaborate closely with clients to align on editorial plans that meet audience needs, broader business objectives and content marketing priorities.
Identify opportunities to strengthen audience loyalty through innovative storytelling and content experiences.
Monitor consumer, media and cultural trends to ensure content remains relevant and competitive.
Understand influencer ecosystems and identify opportunities for influencer-led collaborations, features and content partnerships.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Degree or diploma in Journalism, Communications, Publishing, Languages, Media Studies, Arts or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in editorial, publishing, content marketing or magazine environments.
Proven experience planning and delivering editorial content across print and digital platforms.
Experience managing contributors, freelancers or editorial teams.
Experience collaborating with clients and stakeholders.
Experience overseeing content production processes and managing deadlines.
Skills & Competencies
Fluent in English with exceptional writing, editing and communication skills.
Strong editorial judgment and understanding of storytelling.
Excellent understanding of magazine publishing, audience development and content strategy.
Strong understanding of fashion, lifestyle, culture and consumer trends.
Ability to conceptualise compelling editorial themes across different media channels.
Strong leadership, coaching and team management skills.
Excellent relationship management abilities.
Highly organised with project management and prioritisation skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Commercial awareness and understanding of how content supports business objectives.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Location
Cape Town
Brand
Dentsu Creative
Time Type
Full time
Contract Type
Permanent
