Director, Managing Editorial [Remote]

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in? We've got the brands, we've got the stars, we've got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we're missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture. Overview: The Director of Managing Editorial will lead the executive team in planning and production of all publishing processes. This role includes overseeing the vision for metadata. This dynamic, solution-minded person will manage all operations and make sure timelines, budgets, workflows, and quality expectations are met. They will also collaborate closely with editorial, design, sales, marketing, and external partners, marketing, and external partners. The Director will play a strategic role in creating and developing scalable workflows and supporting the department's publishing goals. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee all managing editorial processes across the business, from manuscript handoff through publication.
• Establish and maintain production schedules to ensure deadlines and launch commitments are met.
• Monitor workloads, prioritize projects, and allocate resources appropriately.
• Ensure adherence to editorial standards, brand guidelines, and quality benchmarks.
• Define and own metadata strategy, standards, and governance, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and scalability across all editorial content.
• Partner with product, SEO, data, and technology teams to optimize discoverability
• Coordinate with authors, freelancers, and vendors as needed.
• Oversee editorial and production budgets, including freelance costs and vendor expenses.
• Negotiate and manage relationships with freelancers and external service providers.
• Track costs and identify efficiencies without compromising quality.
• Evaluate and improve publishing workflows, tools, and systems.
• Develop best practices to support growth, new formats, and changing business needs.
• Contribute to publishing planning, forecasting, and strategic initiatives.
• Resolving complex production or workflow challenges tranquilly and successfully.

Basic Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in managing editorial or editorial operations within publishing.
• Proven experience building and managing complex publishing schedules.
• Deep comprehension of the publishing process from manuscript to finished product.
• Experience managing budgets and working with freelancers and vendors.
• Preferred experience at a publishing imprint or multi-list environment.
• Knowledge with production workflows, digital publishing, and metadata standards.
• Experience leading operational change or scaling editorial systems.

Additional Qualifications:

• Operational excellence and attention to detail.
• Strategic thinking and process optimization.
• Great communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic studios, networks and streaming services, Paramount's portfolio of consumer brands includes CBS, Showtime Networks, Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon, MTV, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount+, and Pluto TV, among others. Paramount delivers the largest share of the US television audience and boasts one of the industry's most important and extensive libraries of TV and film titles. In addition to offering innovative streaming services and digital video products, the company provides powerful capabilities in production, distribution and advertising solutions. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Hiring Salary Range: $135,000.00 - 150,000.00. The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York City, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible. What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount's most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

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