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Good Samaritan Hospital

CLS II Micro

San Jose, CA · On-site

$65.90 - $84.97/hr

Among these accomplishments, our facility is a Bay Area Parent Magazine Hall of Fame recipient for "Best Place to Have a Baby", complete with a CCS certified Level III neonatal ICU with pediatric ...

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As of Jun 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for parent magazine in the United States is $21.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Magazine Editor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Magazine Editor, you need strong editorial judgment, writing and editing skills, and typically a background in journalism, communications, or English. Familiarity with content management systems (CMS), Adobe Creative Suite, and SEO tools is highly valuable. Excellent communication, creativity, and leadership skills help editors manage teams and shape compelling content. These abilities ensure the magazine consistently delivers engaging, high-quality material that resonates with its audience and meets publication standards.

What is Parent Magazine?

Parent Magazine is a publication dedicated to providing information, advice, and resources for parents and families. It covers a wide range of topics including child development, health, education, parenting tips, and family activities. The magazine aims to support parents at every stage, from pregnancy to raising teenagers, by offering expert guidance and real-life stories. Parent Magazine is available both in print and online, with articles, reviews, and community forums for parents to connect.

What is the difference between Parent Magazine vs Child Development Specialist?

AspectParent MagazineChild Development Specialist
CredentialsNone requiredDegree in child development, psychology, or related field; certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentMagazine offices, media production settingsEducational settings, clinics, research facilities
Industry UsageMedia, publishing, parenting resourcesChildcare, education, healthcare
Search & Comparison IntentParenting advice, media contentChild development, educational strategies

Parent Magazine focuses on providing parenting tips, articles, and media content for parents, while a Child Development Specialist is a professional with expertise in child growth, often working in educational or healthcare settings. The two roles differ in credentials, work environment, and industry focus, but both serve the broader goal of supporting children's well-being.

What are some common challenges faced by editorial staff working at a parenting magazine, and how can applicants prepare for them?

Editorial staff at a parenting magazine often face challenges such as managing tight publication deadlines, ensuring content accuracy and sensitivity, and staying up-to-date with evolving parenting trends. Applicants can prepare by developing strong organizational skills, being adaptable to last-minute changes, and cultivating an awareness of diverse family experiences. Collaboration with writers, designers, and subject-matter experts is also key, so effective communication and teamwork are highly valued in this environment.
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Infographic showing various Parent Magazine job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 31% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,167 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Managing Editor - Lifestyle & CT Magazine

Hearst Newspapers

Norwalk, CT • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Managing Editor

Hearst Connecticut Media Group's journalists cover communities all over the state, serving readers across platforms, including through our websites, app, newsletters, social media accounts and more for eight daily and 14 weekly newspapers and a magazine.

Who you are: 

We're looking for an enterprising, audience-focused and collaborative Managing Editor to lead Connecticut Magazine as well as topics, including food, culture and lifestyle. 

The editor should be experienced at elevating the work of reporters with varying levels of experience, working with Hearst Connecticut Media Group staff and freelancers to produce entertaining and engaging coverage of Connecticut's restaurant scene, things to do, local entertainment and more.

The editor should be adept at managing daily and long-term story flows. They should be able to use audience data to inform coverage decisions, while evolving content with depth, interactivity and reach through a digital lens.

Duties and responsibilities:

Works collaboratively with other editors, reporters, photographers and audience team members to tell impactful stories across platforms

Elevates reporters' stories by seizing opportunities for in-depth features and guides including those with statewide reach

Communicates quickly and effectively with reporters to break news online and follows up when appropriate with more in-depth enterprise pieces

Demonstrates a high comfort level with analyzing and interpreting metrics and uses them to inform coverage decisions in real-time and the long-term

Conceptualize and assign stories aimed at growing digital subscriptions, guiding staffers through the reporting process and editing their work with excellent command of grammar, usage and AP style

Develops the talents of staffers, offering constructive criticism of their work. Coordinates with managers in other newsrooms and non-editorial departments on projects

Qualifications: 

Demonstrated experience managing newsroom personnel and producing high-quality breaking news and enterprise journalism across digital platforms

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in journalism, English, communications or related field preferred 

Demonstrated success working in a deadline-driven environment

Highly organized and detail-oriented with a proven ability to effectively juggle multiple tasks

This full-time job with benefits is based in Connecticut and is not eligible for remote candidates. 

To apply: 

Send a cover letter, resume and clips for review.

HCMG is committed to growing and retaining a more diverse workforce that better reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage all people of working age, who are traditionally underrepresented in media to apply, including women, people of color, applicants with disabilities, those from the LGBTQ+ community and veterans.

Some great candidates may not check all the boxes for this role. If you're a passionate, dedicated worker who's interested in Hearst Connecticut Media Group but don't have all the skills listed here, please still reach out and tell us more about what you bring to the table.  


Our Benefits: At Hearst Newspapers we not only support our employees through personal and professional development, but we also believe in promoting each individual's physical, financial and emotional wellbeing (and that of their family).  Our industry-leading benefits include:

  • Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy.

  • Invest for the Future: Competitive retirement plan with matching program in most markets.

  • Generous Paid Time Off: Recharge with ample time off, including holidays and vacation.

  • Paid Parental Leave: Support for growing families, with paid leave for new parents.

  • Monthly Child & Dependent Care Reimbursement: Financial support for the care of your loved ones.

  • Emotional Wellbeing: Be your best self with our mental wellness benefits.

  • LGBTQ+ & Inclusive Health Services: Inclusive healthcare designed for every individual's unique needs.

  • Fertility Coverage & Menopause Support: Helping you along every step of your family journey.

  • Pet Wellness Reimbursement & Rover Credits: We care about your pets, too - helping you keep them happy and healthy.

  • And more, click here for additional benefits and details.

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Hearst Connecticut Media Group is the leading news organization in the state, serving readers across all platforms through its news portfolio - including CT Insider, the Connecticut Post, New Haven Register, Danbury's News-Times, Greenwich Time, Stamford Advocate, The Register Citizen, The Middletown Press, The Norwalk Hour, Connecticut Magazine and more. With the largest news gathering team in the state, Hearst Connecticut has a serious journalistic commitment to provide local, watchdog and investigative reporting that informs, educates and entertains the communities they serve. In addition to its journalism, the organization provides innovative, unique advertising and marketing solutions for local and regional businesses to grow and succeed.

Recognizing the diverse needs of our candidates, if you are interested in applying for employment and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or regarding the application process, please contact us by email at hnpemployment@hearst.com.  Please do not use this email address to inquire about the status of applications. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests for a reasonable accommodation through this email address.

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