Editor, The Morgan Horse Magazine

January 9, 2026

The American Morgan Horse Association (AMHA) is pleased to announce an opening for the position of Editor of The Morgan Horse magazine—one of the equine industry’s most respected and enduring breed journals.

Published continuously since October 15, 1941, The Morgan Horse magazine (TMH) is AMHA’s official publication and a cornerstone of the Morgan horse community. Owned and operated by AMHA, the magazine plays a vital role in advancing the Association’s mission to preserve, promote, and perpetuate the Morgan horse.

The successful candidate will step into leadership of a strong, thriving publication, following the retirement of a highly respected Editor who has guided TMH with distinction for the past 17 years. This is a rare opportunity to build upon a legacy of excellence while shaping the future vision of a publication that reaches a passionate and dedicated audience.

The Editor will join a small, collaborative, and highly committed team producing eight issues per year. TMH is widely regarded as one of the most vibrant and engaging breed journals in the equine industry, and we are seeking a motivated, skilled professional ready to assume the helm. This is a remote position, fully supported by the resources and infrastructure of both AMHA and The Morgan Horse magazine.

Compensation & Benefits

The Editor of TMH will receive a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package as outlined in the AMHA Employee Handbook, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Paid holidays and vacation time

Flexibility may be available for additional compensation through advertising sales commissions for appropriately qualified candidates who wish to assume expanded duties such as ad sales, travel, or invoicing. Travel expenses and per diem costs are paid directly by TMH when applicable.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to review the complete job description and submit an application package including:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter detailing relevant experience
  • A minimum of two letters of recommendation
  • Multiple writing samples

Please send application materials to Executive Director Carrie J. Mortensen at [email protected], or by mail to:

American Morgan Horse Association
4037 Iron Works Parkway, Suite 130
Lexington, KY 40511

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

Editor, The Morgan Horse Magazine

Reports to: AMHA Executive Director

The Morgan Horse magazine (TMH) is the official breed journal of the American Morgan Horse Association (AMHA) and has been published continuously since October 15, 1941. TMH is a respected, long-standing publication dedicated to preserving, promoting, and perpetuating the Morgan horse. AMHA is governed by a nine-member Board of Directors representing three established regions.

Position Overview

The Editor of The Morgan Horse magazine serves as the publication’s chief editorial authority, with final decision-making responsibility for all editorial content and production matters. This role provides leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the magazine while collaborating closely with the magazine team and AMHA leadership. The Editor ensures TMH remains a high-quality, engaging, and mission-aligned publication for its readership.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as primary liaison to the AMHA Executive Director
  • Provide overall editorial leadership and direction for TMH
  • Plan and manage annual editorial calendars, issue themes, layout (imposition), and production deadlines
  • Oversee magazine budget, financial planning, and adherence to approved expenditures
  • Write feature articles and editorial content
  • Provide limited show and event coverage as needed
  • Manage press relations and external communications related to the magazine

Supervisory & Support Responsibilities

  • Supervise and support the Senior Magazine Associate, including:
    • Advertising team leadership including advertising themes and covers appropriate to the official breed journal
    • Direction of show and event coverage
    • Scheduling and oversight of freelance correspondents and candid photographers
    • Coordination with in-house design resources
  • Actively support and advance the mission, goals, and objectives of both TMH and AMHA

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field preferred
  • Equivalent professional experience may substitute for formal education

Experience

  • Prior editorial experience preferred
  • Magazine publishing experience required (equine-related experience strongly preferred)
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated high-level writing proficiency
  • Working knowledge of Morgan horse history, bloodlines, an competition is ideal
  • Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred

Additional Skills & Attributes

  • Approachable, professional, and collaborative demeanor
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Proficiency with standard computer and publishing software (e.g., Microsoft Office)
  • Existing professional relationships within the Morgan horse community preferred
  • Self-motivated with the ability to meet deadlines in a remote work environment

Physical & Technical Requirements

  • Ability to sit, stand, use stairs, and lift items up to 25 lbs occasionally
  • Limited travel required
  • Reliable, high-speed internet connection required

Compensation & Benefits

The Editor of The Morgan Horse magazine will receive a competitive base salary. AMHA offers a comprehensive benefits package as outlined in the AMHA Employee Handbook, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Paid holidays and vacation time

Flexibility may be available for additional compensation through advertising sales commissions for appropriately qualified candidates who wish to take on expanded duties (e.g., ad sales, travel, invoicing). Travel expenses and per diem costs are paid directly by TMH when applicable.