Guidebook Development Editor | Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet is creating the exciting new role of Guidebook Development Editor to fill its guidebooks with great ideas. This role will work with our new Consumer Insight function to continually improve the content and design of our guidebook series (working with a designer and cartographer) to meet the changing needs of travelers. This means reviewing the content each series delivers, and in what format (words, maps, photos, infographics, etc). You’ll create the templates and guidelines our Commissioning Editors use to create individual destination guides.

We are looking for a creative thinker who understands the changing needs of travelers globally, has a keen eye for information design and is a great editor. Journalism or editing experience is required, as is a passion for travel. 

What You’ll Do:

• Continually improve Lonely Planet’s guidebook series, reviewing content and design, to make sure they remain relevant through the 2020s
• Work with Consumer Insight to rigorously test new concepts, and get ahead of emerging consumer needs
• Create templates, guidelines and training for our commissioning and production teams to ensure consistent excellence in every guidebook

What We’re Looking For:

• An understanding of complex information design in print, gained from working in magazine, newspaper or illustrated non-fiction publishing
• Trained editor with at least 3 years’ experience
• Solid background of writing for consumers
• Ability to analyze and interpret market trends and other external perspectives to identify content and product opportunities
• A commitment to quality and continuous improvement – including a willingness to question current practice, to be hands-on and with strong attention to detail

Compensation

• New York City Compensation Range: $84,000 - $96,000 
  • *Note actual salary is based on geographic location, qualifications, and experience. 
    

Additionally, the following benefits are provided by Red Ventures, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Health Insurance Coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program

Who We Are:

Founded in 2000, Red Ventures (RV) is home to a diverse portfolio of industry-leading brands and businesses, strategic partnerships and proprietary technology – including Bankrate, Lonely Planet, The Points Guy, BestColleges and more. Together, RV helps millions of people worldwide make life’s most important decisions, accelerates digital adaptation, and innovates the online consumer experience by improving every step of the consumer journey – from first discovery of information, throughout the decision-making process, to transactions. Headquartered south of Charlotte, NC, Red Ventures employs thousands of people across the US and Puerto Rico, with international offices in the UK and Brazil. For more information, visit https://redventures.com and follow @RedVentures on social platforms.

At Red Ventures, we believe diverse, inclusive teams are better. To help you better understand our core values and beliefs, we encourage you to watch this brief YouTube video: Our Belief Statements. This will give you insight into the principles that guide our work and our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.

We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, 401(k) plan and a paid parental leave program.

Red Ventures is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or any other basis protected by law. Employment at Red Ventures is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications. 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. This includes providing reasonable accommodation where appropriate. Should you require a reasonable accommodation to apply or participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected]. 

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.