Job Description – Editorial Assistant
IMPORTANT This role is only open to those applying for or receiving Universal Credit.
Do you want to work in media and have what it takes to become a journalist, then this job, as an editorial assistant, at Great British Mag is for you!
We are an award-winning lifestyle magazine for international students. Our content illuminates and entertains our readers and gives them an authentic insight into what it is really like to live and study in the UK.
Responsibilities
* Researching articles, preparing content to be published, sourcing images, reaching out for comment from outside organisations
* Researching and writing articles for the website and content for our social media channels
* Designing elements of the weekly e‑magazine
* Managing the editorial calendar
* Writing guest blogs to promote Great British Mag
* Contributing to our YouTube videos and podcasts
* Attending industry events as an ambassador for the magazine
Attributes
* Excellent at generating ideas that will appeal to our readers and drive clicks
* Fastidious about producing high quality work and pays close attention to detail
* A team player
* Works well under pressure and can cope with daily deadlines
* Is a clear and confident communicator in person, during meetings, via email and over the telephone
* Manages time effectively
* Is not camera shy
Skills required
* Working knowledge of WordPress, Mailchimp, Hootsuite, Canva, Google Docs, Dropbox and Google Analytics
* Training or some experience of journalism
* Good command of spelling and grammar
Training
* On‑the‑job learning with supervision from a member of the team
* Weekly one‑to‑one meetings with a senior team member
* Monthly review meetings to set new learning objectives
How to qualify for this post
Applicants must be a graduate who is claiming Universal Credit.
How to apply
Apply by 3 May 2021 by submitting your CV, samples of articles (published or otherwise) and a covering letter outlining why you are a good fit for Great British Mag.
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