Posted 6/24/2026
JOB TITLE: Production Editor
JOB RANGE: 9
DEPARTMENT: Communications
REPORTS TO: Digital Engagement Manager
PURPOSE
Lead the development, quality, and consistency of all written and narrative content across APA channels. Ensure communications are clear, timely, audience-focused, and aligned with APA priorities while supporting member engagement and effective communication with internal and external audiences.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or related field
EXPERIENCE
- 3–5+ years of experience in digital content writing or communications
SKILLS
- Strong digital content experience
- Strong understanding of content strategy and digital engagement best practices
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills
- Experience managing editorial calendars and content workflows
INDEPENDENT ACTION
- Each staff member is to use their knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work outlined in this job description in accordance with the policies, procedures, and requirements developed for this position
- Staff members are expected to be proactive, to exercise initiative, to prioritize their work, and to offer constructive feedback while knowing that their actions are in keeping with the overall goals and directions established by their department
COMMUNICATION
- Interacts with National Officers, department heads, staff, pilots, vendors, and other internal and external stakeholders as necessary to support departmental and organizational objectives
TRAVEL
ENVIRONMENT
DUTIES
Content Strategy and Editorial Management
- Own and manage the editorial calendar across all communication channels, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and campaigns
- Oversee a dynamic content ecosystem, adapting messaging across channels and formats to include (but not be limited to) email, app, website, video & podcast topics, speechwriting, and social media themes
- Ensure all communication efforts and editorial priorities support APA objectives, member engagement, and strategic communications campaigns
- Lead campaign-based content development from concept through execution
Content Creation and Storytelling
- Produce high-quality, multi-channel content including email campaigns, website copy, social media campaign overarching narratives, scripts, and executive talking points
- Translate organizational priorities into content that American Airlines pilots understand, trust, and act upon in a manner that helps further the Association’s strategic goals
- Ensure content is optimized for readability, accessibility, and digital performance
- Ensure pilots remain the face, voice, and credibility of the Association
Messaging and Brand Consistency
- Ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistency of voice and tone across all communications
- Maintain and enforce editorial standards, style guidelines, and approval workflows
- Uphold brand messaging and positioning in all written materials
- Ensure communications maintain the highest standards of fidelity, credibility, professionalism, and responsiveness
Collaboration and Cross-Functional Coordination
- Support the Digital Engagement Manager with content distribution and amplification
- Coordinate with the Communications Committee Chair and other pilot volunteers to ensure communication initiatives prominently feature pilots’ perspectives, and pilot subject matter expertise whenever practical and appropriate
- Collaborate with the Multimedia Designer to integrate visual storytelling and enhance content impact
- Work with internal stakeholders to gather insights and align messaging with organizational goals
- Incorporate member feedback, engagement trends, and analytics into content planning and development
EXPECTED RESULTS AND MEASURES
- Increased member engagement and understanding of APA initiatives, programs, and priorities
- Improved content performance across all channels (open rates, click-through rates, shares, and conversions)
- Timeliness and consistency of content delivery
- Effective translation of organizational priorities into communications products that improve member understanding and engagement
- Quality, clarity, and appropriate tone of messaging across all channels
- Alignment of content with organizational priorities and campaign objectives
HOW TO APPLY: Send your cover letter and resume to Jonas Rios: [email protected].
