Senior Editor

Accountabilities:: Report on, edit, and fact-check expedition reports, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and editorial quality. Edit longer-form articles in collaboration with volunteer climber-writers and the Editor-in-Chief. Conduct research for the journal, podcast, newsletter, website, and other editorial channels. Collect, organize, and prepare photographs and captions for publication. Upload, edit, and maintain stories for online publication. Support print publication planning and production as needed. Take on additional editorial responsibilities assigned by the Editor-in-Chief while meeting agreed timelines and quality standards. Requirements: Extensive climbing experience and strong knowledge of alpinism and mountaineering. Deep knowledge of and enthusiasm for climbing history, mountain exploration, and climbing journalism. A demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of the organization. Proven experience reporting and editing climbing news or other specialized subject-matter journalism. Strong long-form editing skills and experience preparing articles for publication. Experience with print publication planning and layout in collaboration with an art director. Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines. A collaborative approach and the ability to respond positively to feedback and constructive criticism. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with colleagues, external contractors, and climbers from diverse backgrounds and with varying levels of English proficiency. Demonstrated ability to work comfortably within demanding publication schedules and consistently meet deadlines. Competency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop and InDesign, as well as Google Workspace and Slack. Benefits: Compensation of $40–$45 per hour. Part-time contract averaging approximately 30 hours per month. Remote work arrangement. Contract duration from November 2026 through April 2027. Opportunity to contribute to a respected publication focused on alpinism, climbing, and mountain exploration. Potential for contract renewal with an expanded scope and compensation following successful completion of the initial contract.