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Valnet Freelance

Deputy Editor

New York, NY · Remote

Team management, development, and personnel growth support: * Liaise with HR and participate in talent acquisition efforts * Source and identify potential editor candidates Oversee and manage writers ...

Trusted Media Brands, Inc.

Deputy Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$90 - $100/hr

You assign freelance writing assignments and mentor and collaborate with the other editors. * You ... Our brand, business development, ad sales, programming, content development, production publishing ...

Condé Nast

Staff Editor

New York, NY

$80K - $105K/yr

... development. You should also be a sharp line editor, good at structuring an argument and ... freelance contributors, and more. * Proactively seek out interesting, diverse voices who can help ...

Condé Nast

Commerce Editor, Allure

New York, NY

$80K - $94K/yr

Manage a roster of freelancers, inclusive of pay scales, keeping all deadlines on track, and ... Coordinate closely with the Commerce and Audience Development teams to share data and best ...

Condé Nast

Commerce Editor, Allure

New York, NY · On-site

$80K - $94K/yr

Manage a roster of freelancers, inclusive of pay scales, keeping all deadlines on track, and ... Coordinate closely with the Commerce and Audience Development teams to share data and best ...

Mosaic.tech

Video Editor

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$120 - $140/hr

Maintain relationships with trusted freelance editors, motion designers, colorists, sound mixers ... Highly developed instincts for narrative structure, interview-driven storytelling, pacing, use of b ...

Peregrine Technologies

Video Editor

New York, NY · On-site

Maintain relationships with trusted freelance editors, motion designers, colorists, sound mixers ... Highly developed instincts for narrative structure, interview-driven storytelling, pacing, use of b ...

Peregrine Technologies

Video Editor

New York, NY

Maintain relationships with trusted freelance editors, motion designers, colorists, sound mixers ... Highly developed instincts for narrative structure, interview-driven storytelling, pacing, use of b ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for freelance development editor in New York is $90,095.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,900.00 and $106,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a freelance development editor do?

A Freelance Development Editor helps authors refine their manuscripts by focusing on structure, clarity, coherence, and overall effectiveness. They provide feedback on elements like plot, pacing, character development, and argument strength, depending on the type of writing. Unlike copy editors, they concentrate on big-picture issues rather than grammar and syntax. Working independently, they collaborate with writers, publishers, or businesses on a project basis to improve content. Their goal is to enhance the manuscript’s impact and readability before it moves to the next stage of editing.

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To thrive as a Freelance Development Editor, you need expertise in substantive editing, a keen eye for story structure, and a firm grasp of grammar and style, usually supported by a background in English, journalism, or publishing. Familiarity with editing tools such as Microsoft Word (track changes), Google Docs, and project management platforms is common, while certification from organizations like the Editorial Freelancers Association can be beneficial. Excellent communication, time management, and the ability to give and receive constructive feedback are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential for ensuring manuscript quality, meeting client expectations, and managing multiple projects efficiently in a freelance environment.

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Senior Commerce Editor, GQ Recommends

Condé Nast

New York, NY • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 6 hours ago

Key responsibilities

  • Write, assign, edit, and publish a daily lineup of commerce content including buying guides, product news, and roundups.

  • Manage and oversee the performance of staff, freelance writers, and producers, including hiring, coaching, and performance management.

  • Develop and implement content strategies that optimize search, social, and newsletter distribution to meet revenue and audience growth goals.

Job description

Condé Nast is one of the world's most renowned media publishing companies, creating and distributing every type of media today, spanning print and digital publishing in all formats. With a portfolio of some of today's most influential brands, the company continues to grow its audience through a global operational and content infrastructure across its 12 owned and operated markets. Headquartered in New York City, the company's owned and operated markets include China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico & Latin America, Spain, Taiwan, UAE/Dubai, the U.K., and the U.S., with additional local license partners in over twenty additional markets across the globe. Lead brands include Vogue, The New Yorker, GQ, Architectural Digest, Condé Nast Traveler, Vanity Fair, Wired, Allure, Ars Technica, Bon Appétit, House & Garden, Pitchfork, Tatler, and Vogue Business.
Job Description
Location:
New York, NY
GQ is looking for a Senior Commerce Editor to help lead and grow GQ Recommends across grooming, wellness, fitness and the broader lifestyle universe. This person will write, assign, edit, and publish a daily lineup of commerce content, from deeply reported buying guides to punchy obsessions to timely product news.
The role will work across every corner of the GQ Recommends ecosystem, with an emphasis on visual storytelling through video, social, newsletter, and other emerging formats. The ideal candidate is as comfortable shaping a story behind the scenes as they are stepping in front of a camera. and audience engagement across newsletters, video, and social.
Reporting to GQ's Commerce Director, the Senior Commerce Editor will work with editorial, cross-functional departments, external partners, and a team of dedicated writers and editors, to develop high-impact content that drives performance to meet ambitious revenue growth. The role requires exceptional editorial judgement, strong management skills, deep familiarity with commerce publishing and SEO, and a sharp understanding of how shopping content performs across platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Revenue and Team Management
  • Manage toward brand-level revenue targets and margin, using performance against goals to direct content strategy and resource prioritization
  • Oversee day-to-day management of staff, freelance writers, and producers, including hiring, coaching, and performance management
  • Manage freelance budgets and allocation across production, photography, freelance writers, and editors

Content Strategy & Quality
  • Pitch, write, edit, and update seasonal shopping guides, roundups, and single-item odes across grooming, wellness, fitness and lifestyle in addition to potential growth categories
  • Partner with SEO to implement best practices and optimize content for search, newsletter, and social
  • In collaboration with priority merchant partners, help develop, plan, and execute content lineups to support those partnerships and help us meet our revenue goals
  • Work cross-functionally with editorial, audience development, social, and video teams to maintain GQ Recommends' authority, humor, and editorial point of view across every platform
  • Build a holistic content strategy that maximizes CTR, AOV, and ARPU
  • Continually experiment with new formats, visual storytelling approaches, and creative ways to make shopping content feel fresh, useful, and distinctly GQ

Audience Growth & Distribution
  • Build growth strategies that diversify traffic sources across search, email, social, creator, and direct
  • Assist with the newsletter strategy ideation and execution for the brand, including vertical growth, content quality, and acquisition
  • Assign resources against each channel based on opportunity size
  • Foster innovation in multi-modal content distribution

Partnerships & Innovation
  • Facilitate and execute partnership content at the brand level, working closely with directors, brand leads, and the partnerships team to ensure deliverables strengthen relationships and drive revenue
  • Take a leadership role in the conception and execution of new shoppable multi-modal content formats across various channels, collaborating with cross-functional partners to create engaging and monetizable content experiences for audiences
  • Champion experimentation with new formats, distribution models, and revenue approaches across the team

Key relationships will include
  • Senior Commerce Director, Commerce Director
  • GQ Editors
  • Partnerships Team
  • Cross functional teams (Edit, SEO, Newsletter, CRM, Social, Analytics, Technology, Finance)
  • Third Parties (Coupons, Content Production, Data)

Skills & Qualifications
  • 6-7 years of editing experience in a digital media environment, with a background in service journalism and product recommendations preferred
  • Familiarity with affiliate platforms and programs (i.e., Skimlinks and Amazon)
  • Strong understanding of web analytics, SEO, and commerce best practices
  • Proven experience managing several editorial staffers at different levels, from top-editing to one-on-one performance feedback.
  • An understanding of and enthusiasm for style as it relates to all categories of shopping coverage.
  • Ability to produce conversational, approachable commerce stories that are factually accurate, and that motivate and inspire readers.
  • Experience collaborating cross-functionally with editorial, advertising, design, video, and engineering teams
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Serve as on-camera talent, demonstrating a strong presence and the ability to engage audiences in an authentic, credible, and compelling manner.
  • Create and present product reviews and editorial content across multiple formats, including video and social-first platforms.
  • Capture, produce, and edit high-quality, social-first video content optimized for digital platforms.
  • Candidates for roles with on-camera responsibilities may be required to complete an on-camera/screen test as part of the interview process.

The expected base salary range for this position is from $90,000 - $100,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.
This is a guild position.
What happens next?
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.
Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics.

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