Content Director, National Geographic Kids & Family (national Geographic)

National Geographic

Washington, DC, United States
Base: $168,400 to $225,800; bonus/equity: may be p...
Children's media leadership
Editorial direction and decision-making
Content creation across platforms
Lead all editorial direction and decision-making for National Geographic Kids and National Geographic Little Kids, including approving story lineups, writing assignments, layouts, and all published text

Job Summary

  • Lead all editorial direction and decision-making for National Geographic Kids and National Geographic Little Kids, including approving story lineups, writing assignments, layouts, and all published text.
  • Manage and mentor a team of editors, guiding story development, editorial judgment, and professional growth, as well as external contributors, identifying top-tier talent who we can work with across media types and platforms.
  • Help identify and develop creative storytelling opportunities connected to the broader Walt Disney Company ecosystem.

Matching Summary

Lead all editorial direction and decision-making for National Geographic Kids and National Geographic Little Kids, including approving story lineups, writing assignments, layouts, and all published text.

Salary

Base: $168,400 to $225,800; Bonus/Equity: May be provided; Benefits: Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Children's media leadership
  • Editorial direction and decision-making
  • Content creation across platforms
  • Team management and mentorship
  • Accuracy and age-appropriate content
  • Cross-functional collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic vision and entrepreneurial temperament
  • Deep understanding of children's media
  • Ability to influence without direct authority
  • Fresh ideas for legacy brands

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years children's media leadership experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience
  • Experience leading and mentoring content teams
  • Deep understanding of early childhood development stages

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