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Job type full-time
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About us
Kiwico is an innovative ecommerce company that sparks kids’ creativity and curiosity through offline and online materials and inspirationWe offer kids a delightful, engaging way to explore, create, and learn; and arm them with the creative confidence and tools to change the worldOur core offering is a subscription service that delivers hands-on projects to kids of all agesWe also have an online store and a content hub for familiesWe take great pride and ownership in the products and experiences we design and in the community of parents and kids we serveOur office is located in mountain view, within walking distance to the caltrain stationCurrently, we are working remotelyAs guidelines permit, we will move to our plan of hybrid, remote/in-office work.
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Role and responsibilities: *
Kiwico is seeking an associate editorial director (or editorial director) to take on the responsibility for leading editorial content for our hands-on projects for kids of all ages and helping to deliver engaging, enriching, and inspiring experiences to our customers.
We are looking for an experienced leader who is passionate about developing creative teams and delivering inspiring content for kids and familiesYou are a strategic thinker who rolls up your sleeves to get things doneYou have a background in content, experience with cross-functional creative collaboration, and the ability to apply user feedback and brand standards to produce pieces that are educational, engaging, and, above all, fun! you continually look for ways to improve team processes, get energized by tough problems, and love collaborating with others to get things doneIn this role, you will:
Manage a team of editors and provide performance feedback, coaching, and support, as well as taking on responsibility for resourcing to meet production timelines for that team.
Define the editorial approach for new products, and lead the creation of pieces that support brand values and business goals, working closely and collaboratively with product designers and visual designers.
Set editorial standards and guidelines for your team and provide feedback to ensure standards are met.
Define improvements to standards and lead to change.
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Required qualifications*
As a start-up celebrating creativity and development, we believe and encourage the same in our teamWe seek team players with an infectious positive energy, great initiative, and a get-it-done attitudeCandidates must thrive in ambiguity, love a rapid pace, and see themselves as lifelong learnersRequired skills and qualifications include:
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10+ years of editorial content experience with progressive responsibilities and experience working within a fast-paced production environment.
Experience or interest in communicating steam concepts to young audiences in a fun, creative, engaging way.
Able to create and establish an editorial voice and guidelines from scratch, in addition to scaling an existing set of standards.
Innovative thinking and creative problem-solving skills, with a proven record of innovation and an understanding of how to balance business objectives with user needs.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to give and receive feedback well and to collaborate cross-functionally on creative projects.
Broad operating range with the ability to think strategicallyEnthusiasm both for directing others and for rolling up your sleeves and delivering creative work.
Achievement in building, mentoring, and leading a high-performing team of creativesAble to give direction and feedback to achieve desired outcomes and a consistent brand.
Leadership across the entire product lifecycle and multiple product launchesAble to prioritize and manage workload and meet project timelines and deliverable dates.
Experience with people management and coaching.
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Desired qualifications*
Experience in education, formal or informal.
Experience in an entrepreneurial startup environment.
Experience with children’s products, magazines, or other publications.
If you’re passionate about delivering innovative, delightful, and enriching products and experiences for kids, we’d love to hear from youPlease apply by submitting a resume and cover letter telling us why you`re interested in kiwico and what you think you`d bring to this specific position and our teamPlease note that this role is not eligible for full-time remote work.
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Diversity*
Kiwico is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employerIndividuals seeking employment at kiwico are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected category.
Job type: full-time
Work location: multiple locations
