Deputy Editor

Immediate Media Co; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Birthday day off

Hybrid working option

Pension plans

Job summary

Immediate Media Co is seeking a Deputy Editor for Pokémon on a 3-month fixed-term contract. You will steer content direction across Pokémon magazine and MEGA, coordinating with editors, writers and designers to deliver compelling editorial that fits the brand.

You’ll lead editorial decisions in the editor’s absence, manage staff and freelancers, and help grow profitability and audience by delivering timely, creative content across print and digital platforms.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Pokémon brand and gaming.
• First-class writing skills for print and digital content.
• Organisation and time-management with ability to prioritise tight deadlines.
• Experience on a children's magazine/brand is preferable.
• Ability to foster a positive working environment and build sources for features.
• Willingness to learn new skills, including AI tools.
• Knowledge of the children’s media market in all forms (film, TV, gaming, apps).
• Understanding of media law and picture copyright is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Make editorial decisions and direct content across Pokémon magazine and MEGA.
• Collaborate with editor and staff to meet deadlines and quality goals.
• Manage staff and freelancers to produce engaging, reader-focused content.
• Origin and develop new ideas for each magazine/brand while maintaining brand integrity.
• Ensure all content is on-brand and on deadline; follow brand guidelines.
• Monitor trends and digital opportunities to stay ahead of competitors.
• Oversee production process from concept to final product.

Skills

Pokémon brand knowledge

Editorial decision making

Content strategy

Leadership

Writers & freelancers management

Tools

CMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Deputy Editor, Pokémon - 3 month Fixed-Term Contract (Up to £39,000)

At Immediate, we're home to some of the biggest and most loved consumer brands in the UK, including Radio Times, Good Food and Gardeners World. Our trusted, quality content reaches millions of people a month across digital, print, video, podcasts, apps and live events.

We're the destination for people looking to get more from the things they love. We help inspire them; deepening their knowledge, skills and fuelling their passions, to enjoy more of what life has to offer.

Whether it's the big things, or the little things; from reaching fitness goals to savouring good food, cultivating outdoor, or indoor, spaces, or enjoying the latest TV sensation with loved ones – we help bring our audiences joy!

About the role

As Deputy Editor you'll organise and make decisions on the direction of content, working across our ever-changing portfolio of magazines (and potential digital content). You'll primarily be working on the official Pokémon magazine and MEGA, while keeping an eye on Minecraft and some LEGO titles.

You'll be making editorial decisions alongside the editor and autonomously in the editor’s absence. Helping to implement the editorial focus, content and material of the magazines while managing staff and liaising with other departments internally and externally. You will help promote the development and profitability of the magazines within the marketplace. Along with the editor, you will be responsible for ensuring that the editorial vision of the magazines and covermounts are maintained. Deputy Editor experience is an advantage, but this position is a great opportunity for someone freshly stepping up to this level.

As a Deputy Editor you will;

• Stay on top of Pokémon brand and general gaming developments
• Work closely with senior members of the editorial team including the editor, art and production to help meet all deadlines
• Where/when relevant, help manage members of staff and freelancers - ensuring that writers are able to produce exciting, creative content for readers within a busy, deadline-focused environment
• Take responsibility for originating and generating new ideas for each magazine/brand. Ensure they have a current, relevant feel and you always deliver high quality editorial while staying true to the brand where appropriate
• Make sure that all content is on-brand, to deadline and complies with the brand’s guidelines
• Keep on top of trends and what’s popular with 7-11 year-olds
• Flatplan issues in conjunction with the editor
• Manage and motivate staff alongside the editor
• Keep abrest of market developments and digital opportunities, coming up with new ideas to keep ahead of competitors
• Maintain specialist knowledge, potentially keeping in regular contact with rights owners
• Manage enquiries and complaints
• Attend internal and external meetings, promotions and exhibitions, which may on occasions fall outside of normal working hours
• Become familiar with the production process from start to finish

Requirements

• An in-depth knowledge of the Pokémon brand and gaming
• Evidence of first-class writing skills, for both print and digital content. Clear and accurate communication skills, both written and verbal
• Organisation and time-management skills. Ability to prioritise work according to tight deadlines
• Experience on a children's magazine/brand is preferrable
• Ability to foster a positive working environment, taking all stakeholders into account, and create new contacts and find relevant sources to help with features/projects
• A willingness/flexibility to learn new skills, often utilising AI, to move with the times and create content for whichever platform that our audience would like
• Knowledge of the children's media market in all its forms: film, TV, gaming, apps
• Knowledge of media law is preferable. Understanding of picture copyright issues would be an advantage

Benefits

• A relaxed working environment with regular socials including a summer festival
• Supportive well-being initiatives and benefits, talks & workshops, and Mental Health First aiders & Champions
• 25 days holiday plus a day for your birthday. Our offices will be closed between Christmas and New Years which are in addition to your annual entitlement
• Tailored training and development through both our inhouse learning platform and LinkedIn Learning
• A progressive and transparent culture focused on your development
• Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced Family Policies including paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave. We also provide a pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers policy
• Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance
• A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces

At Immediate, we pride ourselves on our open, inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic culture that empowers our people to thrive and give their best. We care deeply about our people, our local communities and the impact we have on the environment. Our active Diversity & Inclusion network, comprehensive well-being programs, and clear sustainability strategies reflect this commitment.

People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. We'll never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. We're also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.

Immediate is a place you can grow, be supported, and make a difference.