Freelance Editor

Freelance Editor Needed — Short Food & Lifestyle Publication

We are producing a short editorial-style food publication (approximately 10–12 pages) and are looking for an experienced freelance editor to help refine and shape the content.

The goal is to produce something that reads like a small food or lifestyle magazine, not marketing copy.

Most of the material is already drafted. We are looking for someone who can help elevate the writing, improve editorial flow, and ensure a consistent voice across the publication. Writers may need to be hired to fill in content openings

Responsibilities

• Edit and refine draft content
• Improve readability and editorial structure
• Ensure a consistent editorial tone
• Suggest headline or section improvements where helpful
• Coordinate with CMO for hiring writers to fill content gaps
• Provide final editorial polish before layout

Ideal Background
We are looking for someone with experience, such as:

• magazine editing
• food or beverage journalism
• cookbook or lifestyle publishing
• editorial storytelling

Experience working with food-related publications is a strong plus.

Project Scope

• Approximately 10–12 pages total
• Majority of content already drafted
• Editing and light structural guidance needed

Target publication timeline: early summer. Target date of June 1.

How to Respond
When replying, please begin your message with the word “Editorial” and include:

• One example of a publication you have edited or contributed to
• A link to an editorial or food-related piece you are proud of
• A brief note about your editing background
• Additional project details will be shared with shortlisted candidates during the first interview.

Note: Renée’s Popcorn is a small, founder-led gourmet popcorn company focused on elevating popcorn from a simple snack into a craft food experience. Known for creative flavor combinations and small-batch production, the company blends culinary inspiration with traditional popcorn making to create distinctive products enjoyed by customers across the United States. Renée’s is currently expanding its brand storytelling and educational content around popcorn culture, flavor pairings, and the broader appreciation of connoisseur popcorn.