Salary
- IOM3, the leading membership organisation for the materials, minerals and mining communities, is recruiting a Staff Writer to join the Content Team. IOM3, the leading membership organisation for the materials, minerals and mining sectors, is currently hiring for a Staff Writer to join our Content Team in London on a hybrid basis. The role comes with an excellent benefits package, including:
1. Hybrid working policy (2 days per week at the London hub)
2. Generous holiday ( days + bank holiday)
3. Life assurance
4. Health benefits, including flu jabs and eye care vouchers
5. Shopping and cinema discounts
6. Gym discounts or online classes
The Staff Writer will play a key role in our editorial team, working on Materials World magazine and digital content. Reporting to Magazine Group Editor Rupal Mehta, you'll produce news pages, contribute to digital content, and take ownership of regular magazine sections, including events listings and book reviews. You'll be expected to attend events and site visits for reporting, maintain the magazine’s social media presence across Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn, and support the production process through to print. As you develop in the role, there may be opportunities to contribute to podcast production. Responsibilities
7. Source and write news stories, special reports, profile pieces and long-form articles
8. Take ownership of regular magazine sections, including Events Listings and Books
9. Proactively search for stories and develop new content ideas
10. Source high-quality images and liaise with the design team
11. Proofread copy and check layouts for print and online content
12. Maintain social media channels and upload magazine content to the website
13. Participate in the weekly digital news coverage rota
14. Meet editorial and production deadlines consistently
The ideal candidate has:
15. At least two years' experience working as a journalist
16. Confidence working with scientific material and interest in science journalism
17. Proven ability to write incisive, well-structured news and features
18. Strong interview and reporting skills
19. Excellent command of the English language and grammar
20. High attention to detail and strong proofreading skills
21. Ability to work on multiple tight deadlines with accuracy under pressure
22. Experience with InDesign for sub-editing
23. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms
24. Self-starter attitude with ability to work independently and as part of a small team