At WhirlSpot Media, we understand that one size doesn’t fit all. We build strategic partnerships, crafting bespoke solutions to fuel your sustainable growth. Whether you require strategic communication, targeted market entry PR, impactful media support for launches, integrated marketing programs, or authentic influencer collaborations, we’re dedicated to delivering tangible outcomes.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Lead Editor and Operations Coordinator to play a dual strategic and operational role. You will:
- Shape our editorial voice and ensure content excellence across platforms.
- Coordinate day-to-day editorial and production workflows efficiently.
- Build and lead the editorial team from scratch.
- Refine content that reflects WhirlSpot’s distinctive voice across all communications.
This role is perfect for someone passionate about telling unique African music and film stories, combining strategic thinking with hands-on editing and content management.
Key Responsibilities
Editorial Leadership
- Lead and manage writers, editors, contributors, and content producers.
- Develop and maintain editorial standards for quality, tone, and style.
- Curate, review, and edit multimedia content — articles, videos, podcasts, features — focusing on film, music, and cultural narratives.
- Oversee content planning and calendar management aligned with brand campaigns and trends.
- Foster creativity and support contributors in producing innovative stories.
Operations & Coordination
- Manage day-to-day editorial operations, ensuring timely production and publishing.
- Liaise with marketing, partnerships, and design teams to streamline workflow.
- Monitor production timelines and ensure deliverables meet deadlines.
- Maintain operational efficiency through documentation, reporting, and performance metrics.
- Support budgeting, resourcing, and logistics for content shoots, interviews, and media projects.
Strategy & Growth
- Align editorial content with overall brand and growth strategy.
- Use analytics to assess content performance and inform future decisions.
- Contribute to audience engagement strategies across digital platforms.
- Drive continuous improvement in editorial processes and team productivity.
Project Management
- Oversee website projects, brand guidelines, and content guidelines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Media, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
- 5+ years of editorial experience in digital media, publishing, or creative industries.
- Proven experience in content management and operational coordination.
- Deep understanding of contemporary film, music, and pop culture landscapes.
- Demonstrated success in leading editorial teams and managing fast-paced projects.
- Experience in the entertainment industry is a plus.
- Familiarity with digital publishing tools, project management platforms (e.g., Trello, Asana), and analytics dashboards.
Key Competencies
- Strong editorial judgment and storytelling ability.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
- Strategic thinker who can translate creative ideas into structured execution.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills.
- Knowledge of the African music and film industry.
Method of Application
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