Job description
We are looking for a young, energetic and committed individual to join the team as an editorial assistant. the main purpose of the role is to assist in the administration of the planning and production of the magazine. you need to have strong writing skills, a keen interest in woman's issues and the ability to work well with tight deadlines.
1. Support editorial staff in the day to day operations as per the production schedule
2. Liaise with other in-house teams, writers, photographers, printers, designers and production staff.
3. Deal with the administration of work commissioned to freelance writers, photographers, stylists, etc.
4. Organise and research projects to tight deadlines.
5. Assist in conceptualising of content.
6. Write copy and other general admin duties.
A full job description will be available to the candidates who are short listed and interviewed.
these candidates will be given a practical editorial test to complete within a specified time.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will be a graduate looking to pursue a career in the industry. Although a degree in journalism / media is not a requirement, it would be helpful.
- Computer literate
- Good communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Interest in woman's issues
- Ability to write concisely
- Independent and professional work ethic but with the ability to work in a team
Personal Skills/Attributes
- Must have a strong, outgoing personality
- Passionate
- Hard working
- Honest
- Reliable
- Attention to detail
- Assertive
- Confident
Contact details
Lauren Atkinson
Carpe Diem Media
lauren@soulmag.co.za
More information here.
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