Skift · 4 weeks ago
Branded Content Editor, Skift Meetings and SkiftX (Remote, Anywhere UK/Canada)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid LevelSkift is the most influential media & events company in the global business of travel, and they are seeking a Branded Content Editor to lead sponsored content projects for Skift Meetings. The role focuses on creating written sponsored content and managing client relationships, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery of content for various projects.
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Responsibilities
Write and/or manage freelancers who develop award-winning branded content programs for Skift Meeting sponsors
Collaborate with Skift’s sales team to handle ongoing client communications related to a variety of Skift Meetings sponsor content projects for clients in the Event Tech, Hospitality and Destination sectors, among others
Lead and/or support other SkiftX team members with the development and on-stage moderation of partner content at Skift Meetings virtual and in-person events, including panel discussions at the annual Skift Meetings Forum along with virtual webinars and Skift Meetings events
Support Skift Meetings’ sales team in the development of strategic program and content ideas for high-value clients when required
Collaborate with Skift Meetings project manager on timelines, content promotion, client communication
Ensure all content is delivered on time, maintains a high level of journalistic quality, features a consistent tone and style, and supports and reinforces key messages aimed at Skift’s audience
Qualification
Required
Excellent communication and writing skills: Experience ideating, editing, writing, and proofing sponsored content in a variety of formats (articles, reports)
Experience working with clients, managing client relationships and feedback. Prior experience at a PR, advertising or marketing agency is a plus
Understanding of, and interest in, corporate meeting and event trends including event technology tools, event planning best practices, attendee experience design, destination marketing, hotel event planning, trade show best practices
Prior work with public speaking, presenting, or moderating at events, either in person or online (examples: client webinars, on-stage panels, breakout sessions)
Proven experience in a high-output, fast-moving, environment such as digital marketing company, ad agency, and/or a branded content studio at a media company
A strong knowledge of marketing and marketing communications: understanding of how to turn client goals and ideas into effective, engaging content that is informative to Skift readers while also meeting sponsor business goals
Previous experience and understanding of how to work with clients or partners in the meetings and events sector is a significant plus
Fluency in English; an ability to speak and write in conversational and professional English in a nuanced way, free of grammar or spelling errors
Experience with WordPress, HubSpot, Google Drive Suite (Docs, Slides, Sheets), and Basecamp
Company
Skift
Skift is a travel intelligence media company that delivers news, data and services to its readers.
Founded in 2012
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$1.5MKey Investors
Lerer Hippeau
2013-05-15Seed· $1.1M
2012-06-01Seed· $0.4M
Leadership Team
Rafat Ali
CEO/Founder
Dennis Schaal
Executive Editor, Founding Editor, Employee Numero Uno
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