Job Description

Role Summary We are seeking a Features Editor with a strong editorial vision, storytelling expertise, and a deep passion for travel and luxury. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on curating compelling narratives, securing exclusive interviews, and shaping the voice of Travel + Leisure India South Asia across print and digital platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong network in the media, lifestyle, and luxury industries and will play a key role in shaping the magazine s features, special issues, and long-form storytelling. Key Responsibilities 1. Editorial Vision Content Development Curate and commission features that align with Travel + Leisure s editorial direction, ensuring a mix of destination coverage, culture, luxury, and experiential travel, both profiles, industry features, and opinion articles. Develop deep-dive, narrative-driven pieces across print, digital, and video formats. Lead special editorial projects, including special supplements, themed issues, anniversary editions, and multi-platform storytelling campaigns. 2. Industry Engagement Story Sourcing Maintain and grow relationships with writers, photographers, content creators, and thought leaders in travel, hospitality, and luxury. Secure exclusive interviews with global travel icons, hoteliers, designers, and cultural influencers. Identify emerging travel trends, ensuring the brand remains ahead of the curve. 3. Cross-Platform Integration Brand Growth Work closely with digital and social teams to ensure that print features translate seamlessly to digital and social media. Support editorial IPs, such as roundtables, video series, and podcasts, expanding the brand s storytelling footprint. Oversee native content and branded features, ensuring they maintain editorial integrity while meeting client objectives. 4. Live Events Special Initiatives Collaborate on high-profile industry events, including the Delicious Dining Awards, Indias Best Awards, roundtables, and luxury brand partnerships. Represent Travel + Leisure India South Asia at global travel conferences, fashion weeks, and hospitality summits. Drive editorial curation for live panels, interviews, and special projects that elevate the brand s thought leadership. 5. Editorial Calendar Performance Tracking Ensure the editorial calendar is aligned across print, digital, and social platforms, reflecting seasonal, industry, and cultural moments. Collaborate with data and insights teams to track reader engagement, using analytics to refine editorial strategies. Key Skills Competencies Editorial Content Expertise Strong experience in writing, editing, and commissioning long-form travel and luxury features. A deep understanding of narrative journalism, luxury media, and experiential storytelling. Network Industry Knowledge Established relationships with writers, photographers, PR teams, and cultural tastemakers. Knowledge of global travel trends, hospitality, FB, fashion, and luxury lifestyle. Strategic Cross-Platform Thinking Ability to craft multi-platform content strategies that extend across print, digital, video, and events. Experience with SEO, CMS platforms, and audience engagement strategies. Qualifications Experience Bachelor s or Master s degree in journalism, communications, or related fields. 4-5+ years of experience in editorial roles within luxury, lifestyle, or travel media. A proven ability to deliver impactful, high-quality editorial content. What We Offer A dynamic and fast-paced work environment at the intersection of travel, luxury, and media. Opportunities to work with leading global brands, industry pioneers, and creative visionaries. Competitive salary, travel opportunities, and a platform to shape premium travel journalism in India South Asia.