HDR · 2 hours ago
Senior Editor, Architecture
HDR is a company that values engagement and inclusion, striving to make a positive impact on the world. They are seeking a Senior Editor, Architecture to lead the editorial vision and execution for the Architecture practice's publications and content platforms, ensuring effective communication of HDR’s architecture projects and ideas.
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Responsibilities
Serve as managing editor for the Architecture practice’s print publications and brochures, including current and future materials focused on design excellence, project delivery, and trends and innovation
Contribute to the planning and execution of practice-wide client, industry and design-focused events—both in-person and virtual—with an emphasis on content and communications
Lead development of integrated communications for architecture publications and events, including messaging, digital content strategies, and internal and external campaigns
Partner with the Creative Manager to ensure consistently high standards for editorial quality, clarity and execution across all publications
Lead the development of high-quality design award submissions in collaboration with communications and creative teams
Write and edit content for internal and external audiences, including articles and stories highlighting projects, studio culture, design excellence and thought leadership
Manage the firm’s presence on select digital-first design media and emerging social media platforms for trade and niche industry storytelling
Serve as editorial lead for the Architecture practice’s monthly external newsletter
Contribute to the development and evolution of editorial standards across Architecture communications channels in collaboration with corporate and architecture communication colleagues
Collaborate with pursuit and creative teams to integrate and promote design-forward content across pursuit materials and interview processes
Contribute messaging and insights to multi-channel campaign strategies spanning email, web, social, editorial storytelling and events
Work closely with communications and creative teams to ensure consistency and cohesion of messaging across platforms
Qualification
Preferred
Minimum 8 years of experience in communications, editorial development or content strategy within AEC firms, design studios, or architecture/design publications
Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills, with experience shaping narratives around design, planning, architecture and the built environment
Demonstrated success managing editorial workflows, publications and multi-step content development processes
Strong project management skills, including prioritization, multitasking and collaboration in a matrixed environment
Experience with award submissions and long-form editorial programs (e.g., magazines, annual reports, design publications)
Comfort working across multiple content channels and collaborating with design, creative, PR and communications teams
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
The Magnificent Mile Association
2025-11-11
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