07 July 2011

Job Opening: Managing Editor for Topco Media (South Africa)

Managing editor for publications, newsletters and websites under the Topco Media stable, as well as editor for the Top Women in Business and Government under the direction of the group editor.

Oversee all phases of the production process ensuring production happens in a timely manner, coordinating efforts with other editors, designers and freelance writers.

Requirements
  • budgeting, production schedules
  • setting up and maintaining flatplans
  • outstanding copy editing
  • managing process to achieve editorial deadlines
  • all relevant info communicated to team
  • working under pressure, good writing and organisational skills
  • background in magazine production essential
Advantageous
  • in production and design
Personal Skills/Attributes
  • assertive yet diplomatic
  • works well under pressure
  • can multitask
  • adaptable
  • good communicator
  • keen eye for detail
  • effective time management
  • proactive
  • questioning and listening skills
  • problem solving ability
Contact Information:

For inquiries: janine.salick@topco.co.za

For submissions: janine.salick@topco.co.za

Website: http://www.topco.co.za/
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