Junior Editor

Popsa; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative media company is seeking a Junior Editor to manage the editorial calendar and support the production of impactful stories. The role involves conducting research, coordinating with teams, and writing features for the platform. Ideal candidates will exhibit strong writing skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in content management tools. This full-time position emphasizes collaboration and creativity, aiming to enhance the storytelling experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for storytelling
• Organisational and multitasking skills suited to a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Google Workspace; familiarity with CMS tools is a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to support article development and storytelling
• Assist in managing the editorial calendar across multiple projects
• Coordinate with internal teams to support smooth content production
• Track published content and compile regular reports
• Maintain editorial documentation and provide general administrative support
• Support the commissioning process and lead when required
• Contribute ideas for Perspectives and write regular features

Skills

Proofreading

Research Experience

Copy Editing

Writing Skills

Content Management Systems

Creative Writing

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Premiere

Final Cut Pro

Wordpress

Job description

The mission for the role :

Popsa exists to help people capture and celebrate the stories that shape who they are. As Junior Editor youll help build Perspectives into a global destination for unforgettable human stories spanning travel, family, culture, creativity and the memories that define us. Youll support the Head of Editorial to develop thoughtful editorial that inspires people everywhere to rediscover the moments that matter. From research and planning to idea generation and publishing youll help bring editorial concepts to life and ensure our content has real emotional impact.

What success looks like in your first 6 months

• Confidently manage the editorial calendar and ensure deadlines are consistently met
• Support the commissioning process and step up to lead tasks when required
• Contribute story ideas and write regular features for Perspectives
• Maintain accurate editorial documentation and provide smooth administrative support
• Track published content and deliver clear performance reports to the team
• Collaborate effectively with writers, designers and marketing partners to deliver great work
• Work with the sub editor and designers to deliver 100 articles
• Build a contributor network by onboarding 20 new contributors
• Pilot 1-2 new content franchises

What you bring to the team

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and a passion for storytelling
• Organisational and multitasking skills suited to a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with Google Workspace; familiarity with CMS tools is a plus

Your responsibilities

• Conduct research to support article development and storytelling
• Assist in managing the editorial calendar across multiple projects
• Coordinate with internal teams to support smooth content production
• Track published content and compile regular reports
• Maintain editorial documentation and provide general administrative support
• Support the commissioning process and lead when required
• Contribute ideas for Perspectives and write regular features

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.

Required Experience : Junior IC

Key Skills: Proofreading, Taleo, Content Management Systems, Copy Editing, Research Experience, Journalism, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Creative Writing, Wordpress, Writing Skills

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1