Associate Editor, Branded and Sponsored Content

Afar produces branded content and custom programs for partners to help them connect with audiences in meaningful ways. Our work spans digital, print, and experiential formats, including articles, social media, email newsletters, audio, travel guides, events, and video.

We’re looking for a strong writer and editor who loves production to join the marketing team as an Associate Editor, Branded and Sponsored Content. This position will report directly to the Director of Branded and Sponsored Content, work closely across marketing and with the sales team, and be client-facing at times.

Responsibilities

• Project and Production Management

• Support content and other production, including timelines, assets, budgets, and vendor coordination

• Build and manage internal project timelines and workflows

• Track deliverables, invoices, and agreements

• Content Development and Execution

• Assist in developing ideas and proposals that align with client objectives and KPIs

• Produce content, spanning research, writing, editing, fact-checking, CMS publishing, formatting, photo research and editing, and optimization, including but not limited to email newsletters, custom articles, travel guides and itineraries, and social media posts.

• Partnership and Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and editorial teams

• Attend client and agency meetings as needed to support the sales and marketing teams

• Data and Operations

• Track, analyze, optimize, and report on performance and deliverables

• Organize and manage databases, including asset libraries and content creator rosters.

• Assist with sourcing, evaluating, and selecting freelance contributors, vendors, and talent

• Innovation and Industry Awareness

• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and team processes

• Stay current on trends in travel, media, and content marketing, including LLM visibility, GEO, and AEO

Requirements

• Sharp writing, story editing, copyediting, and line editing skills

• Meticulous and detail-oriented, highly organized, and proven ability to meet deadlines

• Must be a proactive self-starter and collaborative

• Ability to see the big picture, think critically, and take various stakeholders’ points of view into account

• Be open-minded and willing to test new things with a focus on metrics and results

• Excellent communication skills

• Expertise or strong interest in travel and culture industries

• Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite, and AI agents.

• 1-3 years of relevant experience in content, media, marketing, or publishing preferred