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Freelance Health/Wellness Editor (Contract)

BDG is a global media company with a portfolio of digital and experiential brands focused on Millennial and Gen Z audiences, shaping culture through authentic storytelling.

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Employee count: 501-1000

Salary: 166k-166k USD

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Bustle Digital Group (BDG) is seeking a talented Health/Wellness Editor with experience in the pharma, wellness and health space to join our team. In this freelance role, you’ll collaborate closely with our branded editors to execute world-class pharmaceutical and wellness campaigns that resonate with BDG’s audience.This role requires experience in editorial and branded storytelling, with a strong focus on executing post-sale campaigns — developing article angles, managing freelance writers, and editing content to meet both client objectives and BDG’s editorial standards.

About the Role

    The Health/Wellness Editor owns branded content execution in post-sale, translating campaign strategy into compelling editorial content that aligns with both advertiser goals and BDG’s editorial standards.


    You will be responsible for coming up with angles for articles for each campaign, assigning work to a trusted roster of freelance writers, and editing all content to ensure it meets BDG’s voice, quality bar, and performance objectives. You will also collaborate with content strategists to ensure each campaign is properly aligned with both brand and client expectations from kickoff through final delivery.


    This role requires someone who is equally comfortable developing concepts, managing multiple assignments at once, and rolling up their sleeves to write and refine copy across formats.

Responsibilities

    • Own post-sale execution of branded and editorial articles for our pharmaceutical campaigns from assigning through final delivery with minimal oversight

    • Pitch and develop headlines and story concepts aligned with client objectives and BDG editorial brands

    • Assign articles to a curated roster of health and wellness freelance writers

    • Edit and refine articles and any other related copy to ensure clarity, tone, accuracy, and brand alignment

    • Collaborate with branded editors to ensure campaigns deliver on client goals and BDG standards

    • Input, manage, and update content within CMS systems as needed

    • Must be able to flex across a wide range of health topics, confidently editing content spanning areas such as migraines, injectables, breast cancer, and beyond

Requirements

    • 5–7 years of experience in editorial, content strategy, and/or branded content at a publisher, agency, or brand

    • Proven ability to conceptualize, pitch, write, assign, and edit content across digital and social platforms

    • Strong editorial judgment with experience managing freelance contributors

    • Portfolio of published branded or editorial work required

    • Deep familiarity with wellness, health, pharma, and/or personal care categories

    • Experience working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments with multiple concurrent campaigns

    • Strong collaboration and communication skills

    • Proficiency with CMS tools and digital publishing workflows

    • Familiar with MLR/ALR review process within pharmaceutical content is a plus

    • Enthusiasm for BDG’s audience-first, culturally driven approach to branded content

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Salary: 166k-166k USD

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5 years minimum

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About BDG

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We are BDG, one of today's leading global media companies, with a portfolio of distinct digital and experiential brands that are shaping culture through authentic and trusted storytelling. Audiences turn to our brands – Bustle, Elite Daily, The Zoe Report, NYLON, Inverse, Mic, W, Romper, Scary Mommy, Fatherly, and The Dad – to hear from a set of diverse voices around the interests engaging the next generation. We were founded in 2013 with the idea of creating Bustle, a women's magazine, and have since grown significantly. Our company now reaches over 223 million readers and social fans globally and serves hundreds of the world's largest advertisers. We're proud to have a dedicated team that helps us achieve this reach and impact.

Our mission is to create a dynamic and inclusive media landscape. We focus on delivering content that resonates with Millennial and Gen Z audiences, covering everything from news and politics to beauty, fashion, and entertainment. We have global offices in key cities like New York, Los Angeles, Miami, London, and Paris, allowing us to stay connected with global trends and voices. We're always looking for opportunities to expand and grow, acquiring multiple publications since 2019 to broaden our portfolio and reach. We believe in the power of storytelling and strive to provide a platform for diverse perspectives, ensuring our content is both engaging and reflective of the world we live in. Our commitment extends to fostering a supportive and innovative environment for our employees, encouraging strong engagement and connection with leadership and providing mentoring opportunities.

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Employee Assistance Programs

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Unlimited Paid Time Off

Unlimited paid time off for employees.

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