Spirits Editor, Men’s Journal

Job requirements

• Work under the direction of the Editor-in-Chief to write, assign, and top edit spirits content with a focus on whiskey.

• Pitch, plan, and help coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly coverage—including a fall whiskey special interest publication (SIP).

• Establish and maintain editorial franchises, including Spirits and Whiskey Awards.

• Write relevant news coverage, essays, or profiles as needed.

• Brainstorm and assign Discover- and SEO-targeted stories.

• Cultivate a stable of freelance writers.

• Helm our weekly Whiskey Wednesday and Deals newsletters with a bespoke Letter From the Editor.

• Provide editorial support for burgeoning Men’s Journal Whiskey Shop and subscription model.

• Lean in on AI tools to drive day-to-day efficiencies and more. (It’s a digital world and changing fast—so do our responsibilities.)

Job responsibilities

• 5-7 years’ experience working in a fast-paced digital environment.

• Strong connections and reputation in the spirits industry, including a breadth of knowledge among different types of spirits (e.g. whiskey, mezcal, tequila, beer, etc.).

• Proven track record of traffic growth.

• Experience writing, assigning, and top-editing spirits content, including SEO-optimized evergreens and op-eds for Discover.

• Deep knowledge of digital content best practices, plus analytical and research tools such as Google Analytics, ahrefs, etc.

• Strong knowledge of and prompt building experience in and around AI agents.

• Excellent communication, organization, leadership, and time-management skills.

• Collaborative and team-oriented.

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or related field.

Job benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company match