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American Oil & Gas Reporter

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Writer / Editor

Haysville, KS · On-site

$48K - $50K/yr

IN SEARCH OF WRITER / EDITOR The American Oil & Gas Reporter Magazine, e-Edition, and AOGR.com ... gas trade associations, as well as business, financial and government leaders. · Oversee the ...

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THE OPPORTUNITY The Trade Paperback Reprints Assistant Production Editor oversees production of ... classroom magazines, and award-winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest ...

Condé Nast

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As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for trade magazine editor in the United States is $64,031.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $72,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Trade Magazine Editor manages the content, tone, and editorial direction of a publication focused on a specific industry. They oversee article selection, edit submissions, and ensure accuracy and relevance for professionals in the field. Responsibilities include coordinating with writers, industry experts, and advertisers while maintaining deadlines. They may also develop editorial strategies to engage readers and grow the magazine's influence. Their goal is to provide valuable insights, trends, and news that help industry professionals stay informed.

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Trade Magazine Editors often face the challenge of staying current with rapidly evolving industry trends while delivering engaging, timely content on tight deadlines. Balancing the expectations of advertisers, readers, and contributors can require strong negotiation and prioritization skills. Editors may also need to juggle multiple articles and manage freelance writers, ensuring that all content aligns with editorial standards and publication schedules. These demands make the role fast-paced but also highly rewarding for those who enjoy dynamic work environments and are passionate about their industry.

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Writer / Editor

Haysville, KS • On-site

American Oil & Gas Reporter
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$48K - $50K/yr

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Medical, Retirement, PTO

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IN SEARCH OF WRITER / EDITOR

The American Oil & Gas Reporter

Magazine, e-Edition, and AOGR.com Website

American Oil & Gas Reporter Magazine Editor - Wichita, KS - onsite

· The ideal candidate will work with the executive directors and elected presidents of producer/operator associations AOGR serves as Official Publication to write content about legislative, regulatory, and general business news for each issue.

· Conduct phone and/or Teams interviews from the Wichita office for pre-convention Official Convention News.

· Cull online association newsletters, newswires, and other sources for standalone articles, as well as front-of-book Industry Digest news briefs.

· Interview association and government officials as well as business and financial leaders for multiple-source articles.

· Edit and proof other magazine content to AP and AOGR stylebook and format.

· Maintain regular contact with officers and their staff at state, regional and national oil and gas trade associations, as well as business, financial and government leaders.

· Oversee the Industry Calendar page.

· Occasionally travel to and attend conferences with coverage responsibilities including articles and photography of speakers and award presentations.

The Association Editor works primarily with the executive directors (who thereby are “contributing” editors), to produce relevant public policy updates as well as annual and periodic association, convention and meeting content for each monthly issue. This includes writing and communicating with industry leaders to produce in-depth articles that run the gamut of legislative, regulatory, business, technical, market, legal and financial matters, and obtaining source approvals of final copy according to the 65-year-old American Oil & Gas Reporter editorial policy. Each month’s issue cycle concludes with a final edit of the forthcoming edition, which also includes submissions from other AOGR editors, sources and contributors. Periodic convention travel and subsequent coverage of keynote and other convention speakers make photography skills a plus.

IMMEDIATE OPENING. $48K to $50K Annual Salary Negotiable and with Benefits.

*Please send Cover Letter, Resume and Work Samples.