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Assistant Editor of Special Products
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Norfolk, VA, United States
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Overview
Pilot Media is looking for a smart editor who's passionate about life in Virginia, from the great craft beer scene to the four-star restaurants, from the incredible art scene to its natural resources and compelling stories. The Assistant Editor for Special Products will work with the Executive Editor and a team of designers and producers to put out Distinction magazine, VA Growler, VOW Bridal, Prime, OBX magazine, Military News and a collection of special sections.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Help the Executive Editor with management of freelance writers, keeping them on track and making sure stories are on time and invoices match the agreed upon fee.
• Help Executive Editor with the editing of all writing coming out of Special Products, including stories, sponsored content, events promotions, invitations and ads.
• Proof Military News products, including Warrior and Flagship.
• Occasionally create content for team websites, writing stories that need to be online, paying special attention to VA Growler.
• Work with creative director and art directors to ensure all products are proofed and look their best.
• This job requires eight-hour workdays, five days a week.
Responsibilities
A Bachelor’s degree and at least three years editing experience.
• Outstanding reporting, writing, and editing skills
• A familiarity with Twitter, Facebook, and other social channels
• Strong digital savviness, including awareness of industry trends and best practices
• A detail-oriented editorial eye
• Experience fact-checking both short blurbs and complicated features
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and phone and e-mail etiquette