Assistant Editor

JR United Kingdom; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in publication is seeking an assistant editor to join its editorial team. In this role, you will engage in magazine production, sub-editing, content planning, and develop the portfolio of RadCom publications. Ideal candidates should be detail-oriented, proficient in Microsoft Office, and have a keen interest in technology and radio.

Benefits

Death in Service

Westfield cash health plan

22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day every April, up to 27 days

Qualifications

• Experience with Adobe InDesign and Photoshop is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of radio and electronics, including amateur radio, is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Commission articles and liaise with authors.
• Sub-edit copy from contributors and regular columnists.
• Help develop the entire co-ordinated RadCom portfolio.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Positive attitude towards technology

Excellent command of English

Good eye for detail

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

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, increasing by 1 day every April, up to 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:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop is highly desirable
• Positive, enthusiastic about technology, with excellent command of English
• Good eye for detail and ability to work under pressure to exacting standards
• Knowledge of radio and electronics, including amateur radio, is desirable

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, advertised by Osborne Appointments, acting as an employment agency. Your application will be considered alongside others, and we will contact you within 3 working days.

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