Editorial Assistant, Destinations (Condé Nast Traveler)

As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel. We understand that time is the greatest luxury, which is why Condé Nast Traveler mines its network of experts and influencers so that you never waste a meal, a drink, or a hotel stay wherever you are in the world.

Job Description

Location:

New York, NY

The Editorial Assistant, Destinations, is a key support role in Condé Nast Traveler’s daily content workflow, helping produce and publish service and SEO content around places to stay and things to do in our audience’s favorite locations around the world. This role reports to the Articles Director, while also regularly assisting the Editor, Destinations, and the Global Digital Director.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Compile and regularly update a database of listings (hotels, restaurants, bars, activities, shops, cruise ships, etc.) in key destinations around the world.
• Produce, assign, write, and edit listings, articles, and all Guides content in a brand-appropriate voice
• Help ensure all venues have photos of appropriate quality and diversity
• Support editors in article creation and digital rollout for destination-related global brand franchises, including the Readers’ Choice Awards
• Pitch, write, and edit occasional digital news and SEO content
• Assist with website and newsletter production as needed
• Support editors on travel bookings for reporting assignments
• Support Global Digital Director and Articles Director on production needs for key digital packages
• Manage contributor database as needed
  
  

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Excellent writing, editing, copy editing skills, and attention to detail
• Strong fact-checking and research skills
• Ability to learn and operate digital content management system
• Prior experience in travel or publishing fields is preferred but not required
• Interest in travel and service journalism is essential
  
  

The expected base salary range for this position is from $56,500.00-$60,000.00. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to relevant skills, training, experience, and education.

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.