Senior Manager, Editorial & Content
Fora
About Fora
Fora is the modern travel agency, redefining what it means to be a travel advisor in today’s world. We’re a next-generation platform that provides a comprehensive, business-in-a-box solution—combining cutting-edge technology, personalized training, a vibrant community, and exclusive industry partnerships—all designed to empower anyone with a passion for travel to turn that passion into a thriving business. Whether you're a travel enthusiast or an experienced professional, Fora equips you with everything needed to launch and scale a successful travel advisory business, making it the ultimate way to align work with your lifestyle.
At the heart of Fora is our mission: to power the next generation of travel entrepreneurs to transform their love for travel into a fulfilling full-time or part-time career, offering unparalleled flexibility, autonomy, and support. We believe that everyone, from seasoned travel professionals to first-time entrepreneurs, can build a career that’s both profitable and aligned with their passions.
Our platform combines innovative technology with the human touch, offering:
- Best-in-class training programs to help agents develop expert knowledge, no matter their starting point.
- A powerful suite of tools for booking, client management, and marketing, ensuring agents can focus on delivering exceptional travel experiences.
- Access to an engaged community of fellow advisors, fostering collaboration, support, and shared learning.
- Exclusive partnerships with top travel brands, providing access to competitive rates, perks, and experiences that elevate advisors’ offerings.
Since our founding in 2021 by experienced travel entrepreneurs Henley Vazquez, Jake Peters, and Evan Frank, Fora has experienced rapid growth, expanding to a team of 130+ full-time employees based in downtown New York City. Earlier this year, we announced our $60 million Series B and C investment rounds, led by Thrive Capital and Insight Partners, with participation by previous investors including Forerunner and Heartcore Capital. This funding represents a vote of confidence in the enduring power of entrepreneurship, and secures our ability to build a category-defining travel brand. We have a vision for the future that leverages the best of humans and the best of technology to create the first truly unified platform for all travel needs - from staycation to the safari.
We're proud of the recognition we've received, including:
- LinkedIn’s Top Startups List 2024
- Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2025 and 2023
- Built In 2025 Best Places to Work
- And several "top agency" awards from our fantastic partners including Virtuoso, IHG, Four Seasons, and more
Fora is a mission-driven company that believes in the power of entrepreneurship, community, and passion. As we continue to grow, we are looking for more talented and like-minded individuals to join our team - people who are excited about transforming the travel space and helping us scale our vision globally.
About The Role
As Fora’s Senior Manager, Editorial & Content, you will oversee all traveler-facing content, shaping this growing brand’s voice and approach to storytelling from the ground up. Reporting to the VP of Brand & Content, you’ll have the rare opportunity to build and scale our nascent editorial presence across channels, with the twin goals of fueling traveler loyalty and demand and establishing Fora as a leading voice in travel content.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategy and operations for all of our traveler-facing content, including inspirational editorial storytelling, destination content, and special projects such as data-driven reports and the annual Hot List
- Extend our brand reach by developing signature editorial franchises and tentpoles that attract readers, email subscribers, social followers, backlinks, and media coverage
- Own strategy and content for our new traveler-facing newsletter, including A/B testing roadmap
- Write, assign, and edit all of the above, evolving Fora’s editorial voice and always raising the bar on quality
- Manage a roster of freelance contributors and industry experts
- Track and report on content performance and use data insights to inform strategy
- Collaborate cross-functionally both within the marketing team (social media, production) and with other teams (product, product operations, design, PR/comms, partnerships) to ideate and produce high-quality content experiences and other campaigns that delight and engage travelers and the travel-obsessed
- Responsibly use AI to support your workflow while keeping human creativity at the forefront
Requirements
- 7+ years experience in editorial, journalism, or content marketing, with extensive experience managing freelancers
- Deep familiarity with the travel space—whether as a writer, editor, marketer, or industry insider—and a network of travel writers and subject matter experts
- Sharp writer and editor with a finely-tuned ear for voice and a rigorous focus on editorial excellence
- Creative powerhouse who can dream up a new idea and spin out a dozen different ways to package and execute it
- Knowledge of current SEO best practices and deep curiosity for how AI is transforming the world of SEO
- Highly collaborative, organized, and adaptable; the pace of change at a startup doesn’t scare you, it excites you
- Curious about and excited to explore how emerging AI can support content functions
- Proficient with SEO and analytics tools; our current stack includes Ahrefs, Google Search Console, GA4, and Omni
Compensation
Compensation for this role varies based on experience, with an indicative range of $100K–$150K + equity. Final compensation will depend on the level at which the candidate is hired, as we’re considering multiple levels for this role.
Other benefits include:
- Unlimited vacation
- Health Insurance (including an option completely covered by Fora HQ)
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Wellhub Memberships
- 401k plan with company match
- Commuter Benefits
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Stock Options
This role is based in our beautiful New York City office (Tribeca/Fidi) with lots of natural light and great views.
Our Values
We’re forging our own path
Fora has always been about driving change within the industry. We’re not interested in maintaining the status quo.
We’re stronger together
Community is our cornerstone and collective power is our strength. We believe we can all go further when we operate together, using our combined leverage to unlock better opportunities and outcomes for our advisors, partners, and travelers.
We believe in technology
We believe technology is an answer to some of the most fundamental challenges the travel industry faces. We believe advancements in AI, bold investments in our platforms, and a world-class data infrastructure will transform the work of our advisors and our partners, while creating better travel experiences for travelers.
We’re here to serve
We operate in service of our community and believe that when they’re empowered to focus on what they do best, we all win. It’s why we relentlessly advocate for our advisors and prioritize their best interest every step of the way.
We mean business
Fora is equal parts fun, meaningful work and serious travel business. We’re unlocking opportunities for thousands of travel entrepreneurs, delivering a stream of high-quality guests at scale for our partners, and providing a superior travel experience for our travelers. It’s a better equation for the future of our industry.
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WORK AUTHORIZATION
You must have authorization to work in the United States. Fora is unable to assist applicants with obtaining work authorization.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Fora is committed to an equitable hiring process and an inclusive work environment. BIPOC and traditionally underrepresented candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. We will not discriminate and will take action to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.