GON Seeks Full-Time Editor

Job openings to work in the outdoor industry are rare and coveted, and even more rare is a full-time position at GON. People who work here just never leave! GON is growing, and currently we are seeking to expand our ability to deliver outdoor content to the GON Community with an additional full-time Editor. Please read the job posting below in full before emailing about this position.

Full-Time Editor

Georgia Outdoor News (GON) is seeking a skilled Editor to assist in sourcing and producing hunting, fishing, and related outdoor content for its monthly publication, website, social media, e-newsletter, and other media channels.  The successful candidate will be passionate about the outdoors, possess a strong work ethic, and have the ability to produce engaging outdoor content while meeting frequent deadlines.

Founded in 1987, Georgia Outdoor News (GON.com) is the oldest and most respected outdoor publication and online source of hunting and fishing news in Georgia. It publishes a monthly magazine received by thousands of loyal subscribers and is also sold at nearly 1,000 retail locations. GON also reaches hundreds of thousands of sportsmen and women each month through its active social, web, and digital platforms. Additionally, GON hosts an annual outdoor show called the “GON Outdoor Blast” that is attended by thousands of outdoor enthusiasts.

Position Type: Full-time with benefits
Reports To: General Manger
Position Location: Watkinsville, GA

Duties and Responsibilities                                                       

• Writing and producing feature and news articles, including research and photography, for print, social, web, and e-newsletter
• Meeting a monthly deadline for Georgia Outdoor News magazine
• Helping decide which articles, videos, and photos to publish and on which GON platform
• Working with other editors, freelance writers, and social media influencers
• Reviewing written content for factual and grammatical errors
• Serving as a brand guardian for GON’s written and digital content
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key individuals, companies, agencies, associations, and other core constituencies
• Attending and participating in hunts, fishing trips and events like GON’s Outdoor Blast, Antler Scoring Days and field days.

Desired Skills and Experience

• A passion for and experience with hunting, fishing, and the outdoors in Georgia
• A proven ability to create engaging and accurate hunting, fishing, or outdoor content
• A strong work ethic with the ability to manage a large workload and multi-task
• Experience with magazine/web layout, design, style, and tone
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and a familiarity with A/P style
• A solid background and understanding of social media and website management
• Proficiency with office applications and aptitude for learning new software and systems
• A willingness to reside in close proximity to Watkinsville, Georgia
• A willingness and ability for frequent travel (mostly in state while capturing content)

Salary and Benefits

• Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.
• Benefits include health, retirement, paid vacation, sick leave, and observance of major holidays.

Position Availability and Application Process:

The position is currently available. Interested candidates should forward a resume and cover letter to [email protected].

GON is an equal opportunity employer.