Assistant Editor

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the publishing industry seeks an Assistant Editor to join their editorial team. The role involves commissioning articles, sub-editing copy, and contributing to the content of multiple publications. Ideal candidates will have a strong command of English and experience with Adobe software. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and a variety of benefits.

Benefits

Death in Service

Westfield cash health plan

22 days holiday plus bank holidays rising by 1 day every April, maximum of 27 days

Qualifications

• Proficient user of Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledgeable in Adobe InDesign and Photoshop.
• Positive and enthusiastic with excellent English command.

Responsibilities

• Commission and liaise with authors on articles.
• Sub-edit copy and guide content for RadCom publications.
• Develop the RadCom portfolio, including new media opportunities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Interest in technology

Knowledge of amateur radio

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

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Hours: 35 hours per week 8.30am to 4.30pm

My client is looking for an assistant editor to join the team that produces its suite of RadCom publications and manages its news desk.

The successful candidate will be involved in everything from magazine production and sub-editing, to writing articles and planning content. You will be a core part of the editorial team, working closely with (and being managed by) the RadCom Managing Editor.

What’s in it for you?

• Death in Service
• Westfield cash health plan
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays rising by 1 day every April, maximum of 27 days

What will you be doing in the role?

Reporting to the Managing Editor, you will:

• Commission articles and liaise with authors on their articles
• Sub-edit copy sent in by contributors and regular columnists
• Help to guide the content of RadCom Basics and RadCom Plus supplements
• Be part of the team that puts together a weekly news script
• Help to answer queries on technical and amateur radio licensing matters
• Help develop the entire co-ordinated RadCom portfolio, including new media opportunities

What we would like from you:

• You will be proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of applications.
• Knowledge and experience of using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop are extremely desirable.
• You must be positive, enthusiastic about technology and have an excellent command of English.
• A good eye for detail and be able to work to exacting standards, often under pressure.
• A wide range of radio and electronic knowledge, including amateur radio, is desirable.

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Osborne Appointments, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days.

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