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Associate Editor

Gear Patrol
Full-time
Remote
United States
$65,000 - $85,000 USD yearly
Associate Editor, Gear Patrol Studios

Remote | New York, New York

Gear Patrol Studios, the branded content studio and creative partnerships arm of Gear Patrol, is seeking an ambitious individual interested in media/branded content and building a broad foundation of relevant skills.

The role is a mid-level position with significant opportunities to learn from industry veterans in the branded content space while working with notable brands and marketers. A typical day will include everything from writing and editing digital content interfacing with our in-house creative team and managing the success of our franchises.

The ideal candidate will be an energetic multitasker who can handle both immediate and long-term assignments. Candidates must also be highly organized, fast learners and proactive communicators. 

Like all Gear Patrol team members, the ideal candidate should be passionate about product journalism and serving both our audience of smart, discerning, gear-obsessed readers, along with our advertising clients and partners.

The role will report directly to the Director of Branded Content, Gear Patrol Studios and work closely with all members of the Gear Patrol Studios team. 

Responsibilities
  • Write copy that runs across sponsored franchises on digital, email and social platforms — maintaining a consistent voice and style across each.
  • Write, edit and produce branded articles and content as necessary.
  • Uphold the content mix in sponsored franchises, making sure it's aligned with coverage across other vertices and franchises at Gear Patrol.
  • Keep a watchful eye over how GPS content interacts with GP editorial content.
  • Think creatively and own the promotion/success of franchises.
  • Interface with the broader content team to align on shared initiatives and improve operational efficiency.
  • Contribute to the pre-sale pitch and ideation process when needed.
  • Monitor the competitive set and identify novel concepts that can be adapted and applied to Gear Patrol Studios
Requirements:
  • 3-4 years of experience working at a digital media company in a writing, editing and content production role
  • The ability to consistently meet deadlines
  • Excellent organization and attention to detail
  • Working efficiently under pressure and taking feedback constructively
  • A solutions-first approach to projects, responsibilities and challenges
  • Working knowledge of content production and creation tools such as Google Apps
  • Experience working in Asana a plus
Benefits & Perks
  • Competitive base salary 
  • Career growth & earnings aligned with your performance and desire to achieve
  • Healthcare plans are fully paid for by Gear Patrol for the primary individual
  • Generous PTO package
  • Generous paid parental leave
  • Charitable gift matching
To Apply

Please send your resume, LinkedIn profile link, and cover letter to jobs@gearpatrol.com with the subject heading: “Associate Editor, Gear Patrol Studios”. In your email, please also include:
  1. A brief introduction of yourself and why you believe you’re a fit for our team
  2. Links/examples of past published work
  3. A 150-word blurb on your favorite piece of gear
The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $85,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; the associated discipline; market considerations; budgetary considerations; geographical considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

About Gear Patrol

Founded in 2007, Gear Patrol is an award-winning print and digital publication, store and content studio based in New York City. We believe that the things we create and own, as well as the habits that surround them, play a crucial role in our global culture. Products, in short, are culture. From the Model T to the iPhone, and anything before or since, products hold the power to revolutionize the way we work, relax, communicate, travel, look, learn and more.

That’s why we’re focused on something we call Product Journalism a.k.a. #ProJo. Our mission is simple. We are a team of creators, users, and enthusiasts, hell-bent on building the definitive resource for discovering products and exploring the stories that surround them. Our goals are not limited to specific platforms or mediums. We know that making essential experiences for product lovers requires leveraging the best that digital, print and social platforms all have to offer.

We hold our core values of teamwork, transparency, integrity, accountability, selflessness, and creativity above all else, and base our culture around them. Our work ethic is defined by vigor, speed, quality, and flexibility. We welcome challenges as an opportunity to reach new heights and never forget that our biggest strength is our people.

Gear Patrol is a place where amazing work happens, and the more you put in here, the more you’ll get out.

Gear Patrol strives to be a diverse and inclusive company. We firmly believe that different voices, experiences and points of view are an essential component of our current and future success. We welcome and encourage people from all walks of life to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s gender, age, race, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, genetics or any other personal characteristics protected by law.

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