Editor (Film Criticism)

TL;DR

Editor (Film Criticism): Overseeing commissioning and editing for the English-language publication Notebook and the biannual print magazine with an accent on diverse film criticism and editorial workflow management. Focus on scouting international contributors, managing the digital publishing calendar, and developing new editorial initiatives.

Location: Hybrid; must be based in London (UK) or New York City (US). 3 office days per week required (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday).

Company

hirify.global is a global streaming service, production company and film distributor dedicated to elevating great cinema.

What you will do

• Commission and edit a range of feature types for the daily digital publication Notebook to shape its perspective on world cinema.
• Manage the digital editorial workflow, including the publishing calendar, editorial budget, and contributor payments.
• Scout and maintain a network of international contributors, from emerging talent to established voices.
• Act as a contributing editor for the print editions of Notebook, overseeing the process from issue development to final proofreading.
• Monitor analytics and audience insights to set growth targets and coordinate promotional strategies with the social media team.
• Represent the publication on the ground at film festivals, screenings, and industry events.

Requirements

• At least three years of professional experience in an editing capacity within a cultural publication.
• Deep passion for cinema beyond mainstream releases, with rich knowledge of historical and contemporary international film.
• Exceptional writing, copy editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to effectively coordinate an international roster of contributors.
• Proven capacity to multitask, manage simultaneous projects, and work under tight deadlines.
• Must be based in London or New York City to meet hybrid office requirements.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid-remote work model with 3 required office days and flexibility on the remaining two.
• Opportunity to work within a global team of cinema enthusiasts across multiple international hubs.
• Access to beautiful office spaces in Soho (London) and Midtown (NYC).
• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment for candidates of all backgrounds.