I'm still on the hunt for an Editor-in-Chief at GROWN Magazine, drop a comment or send recs! 👀 💅🏾

GROWN is preparing for a new chapter, as we work to expand our storytelling for Gen Z to millennial Black women. I'm looking for someone who understands editorial, social, brand partnerships, our community, and who's open to being a visible leader working alongside me.

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This role is a part-time commissioned-based contract to start, but we're actively seeking funding and partners to help us grow this year. More on the role:

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Editor-in-Chief

(Commission-Based, Part-Time Leadership Role)

About the Role

The Editor-in-Chief is a core leadership role on our executive team at GROWN. This person will help guide the magazine’s editorial vision, operations, and growth, while also serving as a visible leader and representative of the brand.

This role is ideal for someone who sees editorial leadership as a platform and is excited by the intersection of storytelling, community, and brand partnerships.

Compensation

This is a commission-based role, with earnings tied to brand partnerships, sponsorships, and revenue-generating editorial initiatives you help bring in and close.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve GROWN’s editorial vision and voice working closely with our Founder
• Oversee the full editorial calendar & newsletter
• Manage staff writers, columnists, and contributors
• Review and manage incoming pitch submissions
• Collaborate on and help secure strategic brand partnerships
• Align editorial strategy with GROWN’s business goals
• Represent GROWN at events, panels, and industry spaces
• Serve as a visible leader and spokesperson when appropriate

This Role Is For You If

• You’ve led or managed editorial teams or publications
• You’ve helped pitch, negotiate, or close brand partnerships
• You’re comfortable with commission-based compensation
• You’re excited about visibility and leadership
• You want to build something long-term

Requirements

• At least 2 years experience as a Editor-in-Chief, managing editor, or executive leadership at a media brand is preferred
• Experience leading or managing an editorial team and publication (staff writers, freelancers, or contributors)
• A strong understanding of editorial strategy and calendar planning
• Experience working with or pitching brand partnerships, sponsorships, or paid editorial collaborations
• Comfort collaborating with founders, brand partners, and cross-functional teams
• A clear point of view and ability to maintain a consistent editorial voice across platforms

Bonus (but not required):

• Experience in digital media startups, independent publications, or creator-led brands
• Experience representing a brand publicly (panels, events, speaking engagements, social content, etc.)
• Existing relationships with brands, agencies, or cultural partners

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