Editor

The Editor will work collaboratively with one or several industry or line of business (LOB) teams to develop forward-looking economic thought leadership and marketing content. The editor will develop and write content, including articles, blog posts, research reports, white papers, and promotional copy, as well as edit content written by the firm's experts. The editor works to package and publish that content on the appropriate print, digital and social platforms. In addition, the editor will serve as an advisor and collaborator with the core IMC teams supporting the industry/line of business and the IMC centers of excellence, as well as collaborating closely with the industry analyst and respective industry/LOB leaders.

Primary Responsibilities:

Develops, reports, writes, edits and publishes thought leadership in the form of articles, blogs posts, research reports, white papers and audiocasts for assigned LOBs and/or industries in partnership with the industry analyst, respective LOB/industry leaders and the IMC team assigned to the LOB/industry. Determines appropriate supporting graphics including data visualizations, photography, illustration and related material in partnership with RSM's IMC and design teams
Determines appropriate distribution and packaging for a range of content on platforms including the firm's internal and external websites, blog and social media platforms, including RSM Power, in partnership with the core IMC team assigned to the LOB/industry. Performs production-related functions appropriate to each platform to publish.
Manages editorial calendar for assigned industry/LOB team/s, working closely with core IMC team. Liaises regularly with
thought leadership director to leverage content for use in the firm's macroeconomic campaigns and research.
Collaborates closely with an assigned industry/LOB team/s, staying apprised of relevant issues affecting the industry/LOB and how they relate to middle market businesses. Meets regularly with firm's senior industry analysts and respective industry/LOB leaders
Other duties as assigned

Education/Certifications

BA/BS in English or Journalism (required)

Technical/Soft Skills

Highly collaborative and able to work with a variety of stakeholders to achieve results (required)
Knowledge of WordPress and electronic publishing (preferred)

Experience

Five to 10 years of reporting and/or editing experience on general business, finance or industry in a deadline-driven environment such as a national news organization, daily newspaper, trade publication or corporate newsroom (required)
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with published clips (required)
Strong knowledge of AP style (required)
Multimedia experience (preferred)

Leadership Skills

Able to coach professionals in the development of compelling messaging and delivery of effective communications (preferred)
Ability to collaborate as part of a cross-functional team inclusive of marketing, communications, sales and editorial