Senior Editorial Writer

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen im Bereich Design und Druck sucht einen kreativen Senior Editorial Writer, der die redaktionellen Prozesse leitet und die Qualität der Inhalte sicherstellt. Diese spannende Rolle umfasst das Generieren von fesselndem Content, die enge Zusammenarbeit mit Designern und die Führung eines kleinen Teams. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für das Schreiben haben und in einem dynamischen Umfeld arbeiten möchten, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie. Nutzen Sie Ihre Fähigkeiten, um die Leser mit hochwertigen Inhalten zu begeistern und die redaktionelle Vision voranzutreiben.

Benefits

On-site parking

Hybrid working

Qualifications

• Mindestens 2-3 Jahre Erfahrung in redaktionellen Rollen, idealerweise in Magazinen.
• Starke Schreibfähigkeiten mit der Fähigkeit, klare und ansprechende Inhalte zu erstellen.

Responsibilities

• Generierung ansprechender Inhalte und Leitung des Korrekturleseprozesses.
• Organisation und Pflege eines Redaktionskalenders zur Verwaltung von Fristen.

Skills

Schreiben

Korrekturlesen

Redigieren

Organisation

Teamarbeit

Education

Journalismus

Englisch

Medien

Job description

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Leeds (just outside centre) - MUST live within a commutable distance

Full time (Monday to Friday), Permanent, June 2025 Start

This is a full-time, hybrid role with office-based work required. Applicants must be within easy travel distance to Leeds.

• On-site parking
• Hybrid working (3 days in office minimum)

JLIFE Ltd has been providing design and print services since 2006, producing three successful lifestyle and community magazines, each published six times per year. We take pride in high-quality editorial and vibrant design that resonates with our loyal readership and client base.

We are now looking for an experienced and creative Senior Editorial Writer to join our team and take ownership of the editorial process, managing both content and people, and driving forward the quality and consistency of our magazines.

Duties include:

• Generating engaging written content and leading the editing and proofreading process to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with style guidelines.
• Conducting research for future editions and ensuring all content is accurate, relevant, and well-structured.
• Leading editorial meetings and working closely with the Editorial Assistant, helping to develop their skills and manage daily workflows.
• Organising and maintaining a content calendar to manage deadlines across multiple publications.
• Identifying and correcting editorial errors before production, upholding a high standard of quality and detail.
• Liaising with designers, clients, printers, and other team members to ensure written content complements visual design.
• Liaising regularly with community contributors and clients to chase content and meet print deadlines.
• Producing weekly editorial reports for the company director and helping coordinate wider departmental tasks.
• Working closely with the online team to manage competition content, data, and prize distribution.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience in editorial roles, ideally within magazines, publishing, or lifestyle content.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to produce clear, structured and engaging editorial and promotional content.
• Demonstrable experience in proofreading and editing, with strong attention to detail
• Confidence in managing or mentoring team members and tracking their productivity.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with experience working with clients and stakeholders.
• Relevant qualifications such as Journalism, English or Media.
• Knowledge of basic media law and editorial ethics.
• A creative, adaptable and proactive mindset.

To apply:

Send your CV in the first instance with a short cover letter explaining why you should be considered and some relevant work examples.