Publications Specialist II - Magazine EditorLevel: Senior | Work Location: Hybrid - McLean, VA⚠ This position is contingent upon contract award.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Oversee the complete magazine production lifecycle, including schedules and article version tracking
- Provide high-level editorial support, assisting with content development and promotional materials
- Serve as primary liaison between writing/author teams and layout/design teams
- Manage complex, multi-stakeholder review processes involving authors, technical reviewers, and legal counsel
- Ensure all articles and the completed magazine adhere to the GPO Style Manual, Chicago Manual of Style, and Section 508 requirements
- Confirm all necessary sign-offs and approvals are secured before public release
- Manage administrative and formatting aspects of distribution to ensure professional final release
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in Communications, English, Journalism, or a closely related field; Master's degree or equivalent professional certification highly desirable
- 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in editorial and publication management
- Proven track record overseeing production of a periodical, preferably technical or specialty
- Deep understanding of Section 508 compliance and Federal publishing standards
- Ability to obtain a USDOT Personal Identity Verification (PIV) credential
Benefits at Red Carrot: At Red Carrot, we empower you to be a leader. We attract and develop talent from all backgrounds because we believe there's strength in diversity, offering different perspectives and skills. Together, we can solve our client's biggest challenges. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Training and Development - Tuition reimbursement and professional trainings for eligible employees.
- Healthcare - Top-tier medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) Plan - 401(k)-retirement and Roth plan with company matching and no vesting period.
- Profit Sharing - Discretionary profit-sharing plan to all eligible employees after one year of employment.
- Paid Time Off - Provides flexible work hours, paid time off, and 11 federal holidays.
