Senior Editor, Design Blog – US-Based $85,000.00/yr – $115,000.00/yr

Senior Editor, Design Blog

Toptal is a global network of top talent in business, design, and technology that enables companies to scale their teams, on-demand. With $200+ million in annual revenue and team members based around the globe, Toptal is the world’s largest fully remote workforce.

We take the best elements of virtual teams and combine them with a support structure that encourages innovation, social interaction, and fun. We see no borders, move at a fast pace, and are never afraid to break the mold.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Senior Editor for our Design blog to ensure that it grows as a world-class publication for top designers. This person will be responsible for collaborating on topic strategy, maintaining a high bar of excellence for all articles, and guiding the blog to be the leading authority on design topics.

Are you passionate about writing and editing in-depth guides, profiles, and thought leadership articles on important industry trends? If so, we encourage you to apply!

This is a remote position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US at the time of hire. Resumes and communication must be submitted in English.

Responsibilities:

The following information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or required skills.

• Work with Toptal network designers to write, edit, and publish high-quality, cutting-edge articles to address key business goals, priority themes, and audience needs.
• Translate complex design jargon and topics into readable and understandable ideas that have a clear business purpose as well as insightful technical takeaways.
• Refine tutorials, research, and learn as needed to support authors effectively as an editor.
• Follow the editorial processes of the Toptal Design Blog and wider Toptal Content Marketing team to develop, publish, and distribute content in a timely manner.
• Provide editorial assistance from a strategic, high-level view down to the grammatical nitty-gritty, and everything in between, transforming key ideas into clear, concise prose as needed.
• Coordinate with related teams to ensure consistent, on-brand delivery of content and all related components and assets, including text, metadata, and images.
• Perform critical subject-matter reviews for design-related content developed by other teams.
• Stay on the cutting edge of industry trends by reviewing articles published by competitors and media outlets in the space.

In the first week, expect to:

• Learn about Toptal’s Design content and get a sense of its voice.
• Onboard to the Content Marketing team by meeting with fellow editors and writers and learning about what they do.
• Learn the publishing process and associated tools.

In the first month, expect to:

• Become familiar with what an A+ Toptal Design article looks like, and develop personal habits and processes to ensure that all pieces to be published will achieve this standard.
• Assist writers of various skill levels in all aspects of writing while maintaining a professional and helpful communication style.
• Define and execute the publication strategy for both publications and exercise discretion and independent judgment.

In the first three months, expect to:

• Work with top design experts from around the world to prepare in-depth articles on the most important concepts and trends in design, showcasing their expertise through educational articles (practical, theoretical, and/or conceptual).
• Publish and distribute completed articles, then monitor and facilitate responses to audience feedback.
• Collaborate with peers on the Content Marketing team to contribute ideas for process improvement as needed.
• Collaborate on a conceptual level with colleagues on the Illustrations team to ensure relevant, correct, and descriptive imagery accompanies technical content where applicable.

In the first six months, expect to:

• Keep collaborators engaged while you continue to balance multiple simultaneous editing assignments.
• Help demonstrate the expertise and knowledge of Toptal’s world-class talent network and Toptal as a whole.
• Demonstrate the value of joining Toptal’s talent network to those with in-demand skills and expertise.

In the first year, expect to:

• Work to improve the quality and impact of the publication via partnerships and assets across Toptal.
• Continually raise the bar and contribute new ideas for elevating the expertise of Toptal’s network talent.
• Act on feedback to help ensure writers enjoy working with Toptal Content Marketing and are proud of the end result.

Qualifications and Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Minimum 7 years experience in writing, editing, and content creation. Strong preference for business, technology, and industry-focused content.
• Experience interviewing technical specialists with the ability to quickly understand and write about sophisticated concepts.
• Strong understanding of important trends and key issues related to design and technology.
• Unparalleled attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines while never sacrificing quality.
• An exceptional eye for quality and a relentless drive to improve anything that falls below our standards.
• Ability to build and scale in a fast-growing company with a focus on execution.
• Self-starter who can define strategy and execute with limited guidance.
• Ability to work independently and develop ideas proactively.
• Openness to receiving direct feedback and constructive criticism.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and handle a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a diverse array of contacts.
• You must be a world-class individual contributor to thrive at Toptal. You will not be here just to tell other people what to do.

Essential Job Functions

• Regularly and reliably attend scheduled virtual team meetings on camera.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Use all required digital collaboration tools.
• Prioritize and self-manage workflows and deadlines.

US FLSA Classification: Full-Time/Exempt

The US-based salary range for this full-time position is $85,000 – $115,000 per year. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Please note that the US-based salary range does not include the value of Toptal’s benefit offerings. In the US, Toptal’s benefit offerings include participation in a 401(k) retirement plan; medical, dental, and vision health insurance plans; basic life insurance coverage and short-term and long-term disability coverage; access to flexible spending, dependent care, and health savings accounts; access to telehealth virtual doctors; an employee assistance program; and flexible paid time off.

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