Senior Editor

Senior Editor Floor Covering News (FCNews) About the role Floor Covering News (FCNews), the industry’s leading publication serving flooring retailers, distributors and manufacturers, is seeking a Senior Editor to join its editorial team. This role is ideal for a versatile journalist with strong reporting instincts, sharp editing skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The Senior Editor will be responsible for producing high-quality editorial content across print and digital platforms while contributing to the overall voice and direction of FCNews. Key responsibilities • Write and develop a wide range of editorial content, including breaking news, long-form features, Q&As and company spotlights. • Edit and refine raw copy for clarity, flow, readability, style and punctuation. • Clean up and adapt press releases for publication in print and online. • Manage multiple assignments simultaneously in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment. • Conduct interviews with high-level executives across the flooring industry, including manufacturers, distributors and retailers. • Proofread pages prior to final production to ensure accuracy and consistency (AP Style familiarity needed). • Pitch and develop creative story ideas for both print features and digital news coverage. • Post and promote content across social media channels. • Publish and optimize content via WordPress with an understanding of SEO best practices. • Source and coordinate artwork and visuals for editorial content across platforms. • Travel as needed, including overnight trips for industry events and on-site coverage. (About 3-6 times per year) Qualifications • Strong writing and editing background with the ability to adapt tone across formats • Experience in journalism, publishing or a related field • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills • Confidence in interviewing and engaging with senior-level industry professionals • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment • Familiarity with CMS platforms (WordPress preferred) and social media publishing • Understanding of AP Style • B2B experience preferred What we offer • Base salary starting at $60,000 • Health insurance • Bonus structure