Editorial Operations Specialist

Location: Des Moines, IA — 1716 Locust Street; remote work is specified in the pay information

Salary: $20.00–$25.00 per hour

Company

hirify.global is a large digital and print publisher operating nearly 40 brands, including PEOPLE, Better Homes & Gardens, Verywell, Food & Wine, The Spruce, Allrecipes, Byrdie, REAL SIMPLE, Investopedia, and Southern Living.

What you will do

• Manage contracts and tax forms for independent contractors across digital and print brands.
• Track 1099 contractor compliance in coordination with HR and compliance teams.
• Process contract changes, new contracts, freelancer invoices, payments, and accrual tracking.
• Lead onboarding processes and maintain related documentation.
• Assess and resolve issues involving compliance, contracts, and compensation, escalating complex cases when needed.
• Create and track releases, maintain asset rights metadata, and support editors and designers with special projects.

Requirements

• Exceptional troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate data-entry skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
• Ability to manage shifting priorities and take ownership in a fast-moving environment.
• Familiarity with online publishing, including content creation and curation, is preferred.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with Salesforce, Airtable, Agiloft, and Adobe Sign.
• Proactive, flexible team-player attitude with entrepreneurial energy and a sense of humor.

Culture & Benefits

• Inclusive, equal-opportunity workplace committed to a diverse community.
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, health savings, and flexible spending benefits.
• Unlimited paid time off, 10–12 paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match, life and disability insurance, and commuter benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement, adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, and family care benefits.