Networx Seeking Assistant Editor

Networx Communication

Job Title: Assistant Editor

Reports to: Editor

Location: Kansas City, Mo.

Full Time; 37.5 hours; Monday-Friday

Job Summary
The Assistant Editor collaborates with the Editor to write and edit articles and news stories that appear in the print editions, e-newsletters and other e-media related content for four B2B and association magazines.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in editing, proofing and writing short departments
• Write features that appear in the news and features sections of the print editions by conducting interviews and acquiring art.
• Help coordinate the art/production stage of the print edition, including tracking assigned articles, editing and proof-reading pages.
• Assist editor by providing material for web, including but not limited to, news items, articles, tradeshow reviews and photo galleries.
• Follow up on requests from readers and vendors for PDFs or extra issues
• Assist with marketing, circulation, webinars and special issues
• Assist with tracking materials for production, including ads, photographs and copy
  

Education, experience and skills:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks / projects
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Proven proofing, editing, and writing skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication (spoken & written) skills
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word
• Familiar with Microsoft Outlook / E-mail
• Familiar with Microsoft Excel
• Familiar with database and content management systems
• Familiar with social networking initiatives
• Self-motivated and team-oriented
• Outstanding relationship building and ability to interview sources, organize and write feature articles, news stories and execute good note-taking skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English or related field of study
• 1-2 years experience working in a similar capacity; project management, writing and editing a plus

Salary: Commensurate with experience
Forward resume and cover letter to jody@robstan.com or fax to 816.472.7765.