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Managing Editor - Madrid based

Fever - Madrid, Madrid, Spain - Hybrid - posted 2026-10-05

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Fever is a global tech platform for culture and live entertainment, operating the Secret Media Network—a digital media group with outlets across major cities worldwide (Secret London, Secret NYC, Secret LA, Secret Sydney, Paris Secret, Madrid Secreto, Barcelona Secreta, and more). The network focuses on recommending plans, discovering places, sharing things to do, and breaking news in different cities. You will join as Managing Editor, reporting directly to the VP of Media. This is a hands-on leadership role managing a growing team of editors, writers, video producers, and social media creatives. Your primary scope covers the French and Belgian markets, with responsibility for crafting and executing a creative vision across the Secret Media Network. Key responsibilities include: - Direct 1-on-1 management of team members, ensuring clear workflows and providing individual feedback - Establishing and maintaining high editorial standards aligned with brand identity and tone of voice - Collaborating with editors, writers, video, and social teams to elevate content quality - Analyzing regional performance data using internal KPIs to inform strategy - Identifying editorial partnership opportunities to broaden content reach - Coordinating, assigning, and prioritizing editorial work; collaborating across Fever departments - Developing and analyzing audience-growth strategies; sharing best practices network-wide - Taking a hands-on approach to key content-creation initiatives - Understanding business operations and translating that into content strategies supporting revenue, audience growth, and company objectives - Building and optimizing content-driven conversion funnels, ensuring storytelling, formats, distribution, and audience insights drive measurable conversions You will work in a hybrid setup with a central Madrid office location. Requirements: - Proficiency in English and bilingual/native-level French - 5+ years of experience in a newsroom, content agency, creative agency, or digital media property - Minimum 2 years of team management experience - Deep passion for journalism (especially local), social media, and digital marketing - Expertise in media mapping and ability to collaborate with external partners (advertising agencies, media agencies, TV/animation companies) - Digital fluency and hands-on knowledge of current social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, X, etc.) - Strong presentation skills and ability to inspire creative teams - Data-driven, business-savvy mindset with excellent writing skills and creative flair - Solid understanding of optimization technologies, AI-driven processes, workflow automation, and performance outcomes - Ability to convert content creators' economy into growth opportunities - Team player attitude - Preferred: WordPress proficiency, familiarity with Photoshop and Canva, knowledge of image/video editing software, and strong media network contacts

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