Comic Book Resources (CBR)

CBR is the world’s top destination for coverage on comic books, movies, tv, video games, and anime. We’re looking for a dedicated Lead Comics Features Editor to provide comics-related coverage at CBR.com.
Candidates should be experts in the field of Comics, with up-to-the-minute knowledge of breaking news and an in-depth understanding of the latest industry trends. We want researchers whose fingers are on the pulse of the Comics world, and who know exactly where to look for its most exciting developments.
What you’ll be doing:

Edit/Write a minimum of 30 posts monthly
Participate in both team and site leadership

Liaise with Managing Editor regarding team progress, challenges, needs
Attend weekly Lead Editor meetings
Lead weekly Comics team meetings

Create and implement a plan for sustained growth

Audit the section to determine what we are doing well, and identify areas that need change or improvement
Propose and implement effective solutions for achieving our ambitious output/session targets

Content Planning
Oversee and manage all writers and Junior editors on the Comics team

Ensure team is maintaining output targets and quality expectations; hold team accountable for missed opportunities
Manage the internal development of both writers and editors
Build an effective team of quality writers with comics expertise
Guide new writer development and create development tracks for all team members
Provide feedback and ensure editors and adhering to CBR’s publication standards, and are contributing/editing the necessary amounts
Make the Comics team a positive, engaging space for comics enthusiasts who want to contribute actively and grow with the team

Editing

Assist other Jr. Comics editors in editing priority content when needed, adhering to CBR’s publication standards

Writing

As needed

Requirements

Relevant, experience in senior editing roles
Expert level knowledge of a variety of comics
Image editing
SEO
Analytics (GA)
Freelance writer management
Proven track record of growing a team, expanding coverage, and driving traffic

Application Requirements

An updated cover Letter
CV

CBR is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and wants to hear YOUR voice. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, while always on the search for skilled and passionate individuals to make an impact within the industry. We want the voices on our site to reflect the diversity of the community it serves.

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