Associate Editor

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Job description

The Associate Editor for Fort Wayne Magazine will:

• Assist with development of editorial ideas
• Conduct interviews and write features and departments for monthly magazine
• Assist in sourcing images for editorial content
• Copy edit, fact check and proofread all editorial content
• Provide final proof and approval of PDFs prior to production
• Maintain editorial content spreadsheet
• Assist designers with page layout production
• Contribute to ongoing development of best practices for editorial
• Assist freelancers and contributors with any support needed

For Special Sections/The Journal Gazette (Lake Escape, Reader's Choice, etc.)

• Oversee editorial calendar
• Coordinate editorial assignments with freelance writers and Indiana DNR
• Generate additional editorial material as needed
• Copy edit, fact check and proofread all editorial content
• Approve final PDFs prior to production
• Assist designer in sourcing images for editorial content
• Assist with relationships between advertising sales rep and niche team

For Fortwayne.com/social media

• Oversee social media posts and uploading of new content
• Coordinate planning calendar/deadlines for editorial posts with designer
• Generate, edit, proof read copy prior to posting
• Develop ideas to increase engagement and readership
• Establish/maintain style guide for fortwayne.com and other social media outlets

Recommended Skills/Considerations

• Proficient copy-editing skills using AP style
• Proficient writing skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel); InDesign; Photoshop
• Good working knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram), including writing compelling, call-to-action copy and crating posts with eye-catching image(s)
• Ability to work on deadline, both independently and in team environment
• Ability to work after-hours and one weekend per month as needed pending deadlines prior to print production

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to wear masks in common areas and when working in close proximity to others. Social distancing and hand washing.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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