Editor, Branded Content

Who we are

Since 1843, The Economist Group has championed independence, excellence and openness, helping people understand and tackle the critical challenges shaping the world. Today, we are building on that legacy as a global media and information-services company powered by digital innovation, analytical rigour and evidence-based insight.

Across our three businesses - The Economist, Economist Enterprise and Economist Education - we deliver trusted analysis and insights to individuals and organisations in more than 170 countries. United by a shared purpose to drive progress, we empower decision-makers to make sense of change and chart a course through an increasingly complex world.

As a colleague, you will be part of a culture that values ideas, encourages ownership and holds itself to high standards. We invest in people who are curious, thoughtful and adaptable, whether they are launching new products, reporting on global events or harnessing emerging technologies such as AI to improve how we work. Here, fresh thinking is taken seriously, ambition is matched by integrity, and great work is recognised. Working across disciplines, geographies and perspectives, we are united by a commitment to innovation, excellence and creating meaningful impact.

The Economist Group’s global content marketing agency, EI Studios, creates thought-provoking content programs for multinational Fortune 500 companies, foundations, luxury brands and other organizations worldwide that are seeking to establish, deepen, or redefine their relationships with their target audiences. 

This content ranges from reported articles to multimedia and interactive pieces like videos, infographics, digital slideshows, and multimedia digital experiences.  Depending on the client’s objectives and the nature of the research, these content assets may be stand-alone deliverables or be part of a larger integrated program including events, media (advertising), and online content hubs.   

Currently, we are seeking an Editor, Branded Content who will play a central role in helping to grow our branded content portfolio and ensure project delivery in the UK. 

In this role you will be at the centre of a programme and work closely with our clients, the sales team and the creative strategy team to conceptualize and pitch solutions as well as execute, optimize and evaluate bespoke content programs. 

How you will contribute: 

• Collaborate with potential clients to understand client objectives and the goals of a content program
• Develop innovative content programs that deliver on client objectives and create winning client proposals that outline and promote these content programs; ensure that sales-drafted client contracts include the appropriate deliverables, pricing and timelines once projects are sold
• Set up clear metrics, in cooperation with internal partners, to evaluate the success of programs at the outset. Optimize programs by making adjustments to the content mix and distribution strategies during the span of the program to achieve the client’s objectives
• Evaluate and select the most appropriate partners, contributors and vendors to help execute content programs, including the development of contracts and statements of work with those partners, contributors and vendors
• Work closely with partners, contributors and vendors to ensure the highest-quality execution of content programs, including by editing written, visual, and multimedia content pieces
• Conduct tight project management with expert client communication, detailed cost management and impeccable timeline delivery
• Provide great client service with an eye to continuous client satisfaction

Additional Key tasks

• Client proposal development
• idea/topic generation in keeping with project objectives and target audience
• pricing
• client presentation 
• Project delivery
• freelance writer sourcing and management
• writing and editing of deliverables
• quality control across client deliverables (written and visual)
• cost management
• Managing key client relationships
• Setting and managing client expectations
• Receiving and auctioning feedback
• Change management
• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred.  Relevant areas of study include but are not limited to journalism, economics, English, marketing and communications
• Relevant work experience, in editorial/content
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Outstanding client presence, experience dealing with senior executives
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, managing to deadlines
• Willingness to explore using AI 
• Experience managing outside contributors and vendors is a plus
• Understanding of social media and other promotion and distribution strategies for content pieces is a plus 
• Ability to move quickly up the learning curve on any topic from business- and industry-related issues to new technologies; intellectual curiosity
• Exceptional project management skills
• Great presentation and communication skills, with an emphasis on diplomacy, relationship-building and stakeholder management
• Ease in uncertain environments, flexibility, openness to change
• Self-starter and a good team player with the drive to set and reach ambitious goals
• High client satisfaction and retention
• Strong creativity and high quality of content programs
• Support of sales to win new business from clients
• Contribution to the evolving growth strategy for the business
• Fluent written and spoken English essential
• Proficiency in Excel required
• Proficiency in Word and PowerPoint expected. Experience in Google Slides valued

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Working Arrangements

The majority of our roles operate on a hybrid working pattern, with 3+ days office attendance required. 

AI usage for your application

We are an innovative organisation that encourages the use of technology. We recognise that candidates may utilise AI tools to support with their job application process. However, it is essential that all information you provide truthfully and accurately reflects your own experience, skills, and qualifications.

What we offer

Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.

We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 25 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home.

You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.