IT Pro is part of Future B2B IT, which also includes Actual Tech Media and SmartBrief Tech & Leadership. Future's wider B2B portfolio includes AV Tech, M&E, wider SmartBrief, and Tech & Learning.
As Features and Special Projects Editor, you will manage the long-form output on ITPro. This includes commissioning internal and external writers, planning publication schedules, editing, and promoting audience engagement to this content. You will work with other team members to ensure long-form content has maximum effect. You will maximise the content's reach through multiple channels, including SEO, LLMs, direct traffic, newsletters, social media, and more. You will assist with commercial and special project-related tasks as requested by your line manager/partners. This includes working with other teams to develop commercial content campaign ideas and delivery (traditional content and multimedia), and creating audience surveys and research reports, and more. Lastly, you will represent the brand at industry events. At these events, you will interview industry experts and reporting on important trends. You will share your insights by creating different content types, including news, long-form content, reviews, and other content types, such as video, podcasts, and updates.
What you'll doYou will report to the Global Content Director, B2B IT
- Use knowledge of the tech industry, strategy, and competition/industry to create exciting and engaging long-form content across multiple platforms and distribution channels
- Ensure the brand position and editorial voice for long-form content remains important. Follow Future's ESG around fake news and misinformation.
- Work with management, tech, development, and audience teams to develop the most compelling long-form content opportunities for IT Pro/B2B
- Assist the senior editorial team in developing a successful B2B long-form content portfolio.
- Help deliver commercial partnerships through high-trafficked long-form and custom content
- Assist partners with reactive and proactive ideas generation that is both news-related and news adjacent to the benefit of our audience and commercial partners
- Use knowledge of the tech industry, strategy, and competition to help develop a portfolio sell for both audience and commercial
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Experience planing and implementing long-form and special projects content strategy
- Experience developing individual writers and long form content teams
- Experience leading by example, inspiring colleagues, and setting a clear vision for success
- Experience working with the team and other partners and brands to develop a successful B2B division
The expected range for this role is £29,000 - £36,000
This is a UK, Remote-based role
… Plus more great perks, which include;
- Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
- When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
- Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
- Well-being support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
- Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan
Internal job family level Editorial 5
Who are we…We're Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.
We've got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we're looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!
Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at FutureWe embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.
Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That's why we're building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It's not just about what you bring to the table — it's about making sure the table has room for everyone.
Because a diverse team isn't just good for business. It's the Future.
Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.
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