Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week 

Pay rate: $50/hr 

AVIXA is looking for an Associate Editor (Contract) to support the Digital Content Manager with editorial tasks ranging from writing SEO content to supporting digital production. 

This is a mid-level editorial role, suitable for someone with several years of content writing and editing experience. Familiarity with the AV, IT, or Tech industries is a bonus.  

Note: This position requires set working hours each week. Schedule is flexible, but availability must stay generally the same each week.  

Responsibilities  

Content Creation 

• Research, pitch, and write original articles focused on trending AV topics in North America 
• Translate complex AV concepts into clear, engaging, and accessible content 
• Maintain awareness of industry developments, technologies, and market trends 

Editing & Quality Control 

• Edit internal and freelance content for clarity, structure, accuracy, and voice 
• Provide clear, constructive feedback and revision guidance to writers 
• Ensure content aligns with editorial standards and brand voice 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned freelance writers throughout the content development process 
• Review submissions and manage revisions to ensure content meets AVIXA editorial standards 

Editorial Coordination 

• Create detailed content briefs, outlines, and assignments for writers 
• Manage deadlines and track content through the editorial pipeline 
• Communicate with contributors to keep projects moving smoothly 
• Support the Content Manager in maintaining the editorial calendar 

SEO & Content Performance 

• Conduct basic keyword and search trend research to inform content development 
• Collaborate with the Content Manager to support organic traffic growth  
• Identify opportunities for content refreshes, optimization, and internal linking 
• Apply SEO best practices across editorial content while maintaining content quality  

Required Qualifications 

• At least five years of experience in editorial content, journalism, or digital publishing 
• Strong writing and editing skills, with a portfolio of published work 
• Experience working with freelance writers and providing constructive feedback 
• Comfort managing your own workload and proactively taking on new tasks 
• Knowledge of SEO‑aware editing and headline writing 
• Availability during established core business hours for team meetings and collaboration 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience translating technical information into audience-friendly content. 
• Experience working within a project management system 
• Familiarity with professional AV, enterprise technology, or related industries 
• Comfort working in a CMS-driven publishing environment 
• Experience supporting newsletters or recurring editorial programs 

To apply, please send your resume and your strongest writing sample to djelter@avixa.org. In your email, tell us why you selected this piece, what you would improve if you were editing it today, and one technology or AV-related trend you think deserves more attention.