Managing Editor

DescriptionREPORTS TO: COOAbout FPSFirst Page Sage is the thought leader in SEO and a pioneer in AIO (AI Optimization). We’ve spent over a decade helping companies grow through Thought Leadership marketing, and now we’re expanding our focus to a holistic business strategy. Our clients come to us not just for digital marketing campaigns, but for strategic guidance that aligns marketing initiatives with long-term business goals.We partner with executives and founders to uncover growth opportunities, design data-driven strategies, and execute them through world-class marketing systems that create measurable impact.About This RoleThe Managing Editor ensures high-quality, on-brand content across all their assigned campaigns by conducting quality assurance reviews and coaching the writing team. They develop a deep understanding of each client’s goals, brand, products, and target audience to guide content strategy. This role takes a hands-on approach to onboarding new clients and developing team members, while providing ongoing mentorship to maintain consistency and excellence across all work.We are looking for someone with both technical writing or editing experience and people management experience.RequirementsClient Strategy & Content QualityPartner with the COO to understand client goals and ensure campaign successPartner with the campaign strategist on the execution of the strategy to ensure successEnsure all content meets quality standards and aligns with each client’s voice, brand, and objectivesManage early-stage client engagement, including onboarding, research, and initial content alignmentDevelop and maintain client style guides to ensure consistency across all deliverablesTeam Leadership & DevelopmentAssign work based on team strengths, availability, and client fitCoach, mentor, and develop writers and editors to maintain high performanceLead onboarding for new team members and support ongoing career developmentProvide regular feedback, performance documentation, and manage performance conversations as neededCampaign Oversight & OperationsOversee all accounts during the first 90 days to ensure strong client alignment, then transition ownership as appropriateBalance workloads across the team and ensure proper staffing coverageCollaborate with the COO and other Managing Editors to ensure consistency and efficiencyIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance team performance and client outcomesTeam & Department ManagementLead content discussions and share best practices within the teamParticipate in hiring and support recruitment efforts for content rolesManage team logistics, including PTO coverage, and KPI trackingFreelance ManagementAssess freelance needs and provide recommendations based on workload and budgetPartner with HR to onboard freelancers and manage contractsTrain and manage freelance writers, including assignments, performance, and changes in scopeReview and approve freelance invoicesPhysical Demands & Work EnvironmentRequired fluency in reading, writing, and speaking EnglishRequired to attend & participate in virtual meetingsRequired to type proficientlyRequired to utilize Google Docs, Taskworld, and the internet for 8 hours per day A dedicated workspace is preferred, though not requiredRequired to structure environment conducive to productivity Required to have consistent access to a computer, webcam, and microphone during working hours The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.