Dynamic Editorial Coordinator — Magazine Production & Research

Smithsonian Institution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Smithsonian Institution invites applications for an Editorial Coordinator within Smithsonian Enterprises in Washington, DC. You will assist magazine staff with editorial and administrative duties, manage contracts and invoices, and help research and write articles for print and web.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years’ related editing experience, strong writing and research skills, proficiency with Word, Excel, Docusign, and Adobe products, and the ability to work both

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university and 1–3 years of related editing experience.
• Understanding of basic journalism practices and ethics
• Excellent attention to detail
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Docusign and other Microsoft and Adobe products
• Prior experience with InDesign / InCopy is helpful
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and how to use library reference material
• Ability to organize information in an established style of presentation so that it is clear and concise
• Ability to interact positively with Smithsonian staff and the public
• Experience and talent working both independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to be flexible during times of change, shifting priorities, demands and timelines

Responsibilities

• Research and write online news briefs, digital features, print sidebars, and other short-form articles, often under tight deadlines.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions for editorial packages, historic anniversaries, and other timely story opportunities.
• Generate original story ideas for all Smithsonian website content verticals.
• Produce and publish articles within the magazine’s content management system.
• Fulfill research requests for editors, including online, library, and photography-related research.
• Assist with production of magazine content for the tablet app and Apple News+, including gathering editorial feedback for the digital production team.
• Occasionally fact-check magazine articles.
• Perform other duties and special assignments, as assigned.

Skills

Journalism ethics

Editing

Research skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Four-year college degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Docusign

InDesign

InCopy

Adobe products

Job description

The Smithsonian Institution invites applications for an Editorial Coordinator within Smithsonian Enterprises in Washington, DC. You will assist magazine staff with editorial and administrative duties, manage contracts and invoices, and help research and write articles for print and web.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years’ related editing experience, strong writing and research skills, proficiency with Word, Excel, Docusign, and Adobe products, and the ability to work both