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FEATURES EDITOR, BG+H — Chicago, IL
Posted: 1/28/10

Chicago’s fastest growing trade magazine publisher is seeking a Features Editor in its Chicago Loop office.

About Us:

BG+H creates over ten advertising-driven business-to-business magazines geared towards top-level executives across North America. Our publications stand out from the rest by offering stunning design, high-end printing, immaculate copy, and editorial focused on leaders and success stories across several different industries.

Job Description:

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working Features Editor to work as a valued member of our editorial staff. This position requires a motivated editor with excellent writing, editing, and management skills. The editor will be responsible for working with the editor-in-chief, receiving assignment details, recruiting/managing a body of freelance correspondents, and submitting final copy by deadline.

This position is located in our Production Office in the Loop. The Features Editor will work alongside our small design and editorial staff in a casual environment. This position will also work closely with our sales and business development office located a few blocks away.

Most importantly, the Features Editor must continually improve our relationship with our readers and advertisers — providing effective and useful editorial that exceeds our clients’ expectations. We’re looking for innovators!

Skills We’re Looking For:

• Bachelors degree in Publishing, Communications, English, Technical Writing, or a related field;
• At least 2 years of professional experience as an editor, features editor, managing editor or equivalent;
• Strong knowledge of business-to-business publications;
• Strong editing skills and knowledge of the Chicago Manual of Style;
• Attention to detail, flexibility, and excellent communication and multitasking skills;
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people;
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Compensation:

$30,000 - $35,000 DOE. This position offers health/dental benefits and over three weeks of paid vacation time.

To Apply:

Please email careers @bgandh.com with the subject line: FEATURES EDITOR

(Submissions without this subject line will not be viewed)

Please submit your cover letter and resume with salary history. Resumes without salary history will not be considered.

Only applicants under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

www.bgandh.com

STAFF WRITER, National Apartment Association— Arlington, VA
Posted: 1/28/10

The National Apartment Association (NAA), America's leading advocate for quality rental housing, seeks a Staff Writer to help develop and produce NAA’s monthly magazine units, and various communications products for NAA.

This position reports to the Director of Communications.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Develop, research, collect, edit and write departments sections of units magazine and at least one industry-related feature article covering 1,000 to 2,000 words for publication in each monthly issue through own initiative, and using all available sources.
• Identify, write and edit industry-related fresh content for www.naahq.org site and NAA’s social media devices (blogs, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn) on a weekly basis.
• Assist with editing and proofreading all other content for units magazine and other Communications Department projects.
• Provide customer service and accept administrative responsibilities related to these efforts and seize opportunities to provide excellent value-added customer service to members and potential members by responding to telephone inquiries, offering prompt responses to requests and conducting thorough follow up.

Required:

Bachelors Degree; minimum of 1-2 years experience working with a professional, printed publication. Position requires researching, interviewing, writing, editing, computer and organizational skills. Incumbent is expected to develop an understanding of the apartment and real estate industry and the issues that affect it.

Preferred:

Familiarity and skills in Quark Express and the Adobe Suite software. Knowledge of InDesign and PhotoShop recommended. Experience working for a monthly trade or newsstand magazine or daily newspaper or as a page designer for a daily newspaper or as Editor and Chief of a college newspaper or periodical.

Interested candidates, please reference 0001-09, Staff Writer and forward your resume, cover letter and salary history to: Human Resources, National Apartment Association, 4300 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 400, Arlington, Virginia 22203 or e-mail to resumes@naahq.org. No phone calls, please. E.O.E.

NAA offers a generous benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, life, long and short term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), parking/commuting assistance, flexible spending account, vacation and sick leave.

WEB DEVELOPER II, ESPN — New York-NY, Bristol-CT, NY
Posted: 1/22/10

Working on web development and passionate about International and/or U.S. Sports?

Consider turning your passion into a CAREER!

ESPN is looking for web developers to join their Digital Media and Mobile delivery teams

Consider some of these exciting opportunities:

• Play a leading role in the creation of industry-leading, robust web applications that are used by millions of sports fans across the globe, every single day
• Lead development of mobile websites, downloadable applications, data feeds and integration of community and fantasy games around major sporting events

Members of the team must possess the below qualifications.

• Bachelor's degree
• Hands-on development experience with a structured programming language such as C/C++, Javascript, ASP, JSP, PHP, etc
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming fundamentals, multi-tier web architectures, benefits and constraints of current Internet technologies and familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, Flash, and DHTML
• Strong understanding of working with third party social network APIs, ad network integration, and analytics systems
• Experience working with web or cell Phone applications

If you are passionate about sports and interested to work with the digital media/mobile delivery team, we’d love to hear from you!

For immediate consideration, please email a copy of your updated resume and phone number to charles.goodwin@kggroup.com.

Positions are located in Bristol, CT and New York, NY

ASSISTANT EDITOR, Sosland Publishing — Kansas City, MO
Posted: 1/11/10

Candidates should be self-starters who are well-versed in AP Style and have an interest in web and video editing. Position includes work on two food-related trade magazines—Baking Buyer and InStore Buyer—as well as e-newsletters and custom publishing projects. E-mail editor John Unrein at junrein@sosland.com or editor Joanie Spencer at jspencer@sosland.com.

MANAGER OF COMMUNICATIONS, National Apartment Association — Arlington, VA
Posted: 1/6/10

DUTIES:

EDITORIAL:

• Work with Director of Communications to plan and evaluate the content, printing, distribution, circulation and marketing of UNITS magazine, with primary focus on assigning, editing and writing articles.
• Assist with managing duties and responsibilities of the Manager of Production and Design and Staff Writer.
• Serve as head of Communications Department in Director of Communications’ absence.
• Manage planning, content and production of special publication projects, including UNITS Today , Connect with NAA, NAA Annual Report, marketing materials and other projects.
• Perform general editing and proofreading and comply with all editorial quality-control procedures for the Communications Department and UNITS, as well as other NAA departments.
• Write stories, features, columns, special sections and departments for UNITS magazine and other NAA publications in accordance with deadlines, as needed, on a regular basis.
• Monitor and contribute to NAA social media efforts by posting links to NAA and UNITS magazine content, blogging, initiating discussion topics, relaying pertinent information back to Director of Communications and repurposing content for UNITS magazine, as needed.
• Assist in the development of editorial content and editorial calendar.
• Plan and write or edit copy for design and printing materials needed for all other NAA departments.
• Respond to inquiries about UNITS magazine, Industry Insider and Connect With NAA column.
• Attend select NAA meetings, meetings of Communications Advisory Board when feasible, and select industry-related education seminars and conferences, some of which may involve overnight travel.
• Monitor coverage of the multifamily housing industry news beat.
• Develop resource relationships with NAA members and industry members.

PRODUCTION/DESIGN:

• Ensure that assembly of ad and Quark Express files to be included in UNITS and other NAA publications are executed; make final edits and production flow of materials in coordination with Manager of Production and Design, UNITS page designer and printer.
• Contribute to short- and long-range planning, designing and constructing house advertising and marketing materials and online promotional materials primarily for Communications Department and UNITS magazine.
• Plan, design and create graphics, charts and logos for UNITS and other NAA publications, as needed.
• Assist with Web site content and online video production, as needed.
• Fulfill logo and other artwork requests.
• Maintain an index of UNITS articles and images and production records of projects.
• Assist in maintaining ongoing relationships with vendors, including developing and maintaining ongoing base of knowledge of individual printers’ specialization, schedules, competitive pricing, quality, dependability and capabilities.
• Research current and new magazine production technology and software products.
• Assist in maintaining National Supplier’s Council (NSC) directory in UNITS.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills Required: Proficiency with MacIntosh computer system; Quark Express; Microsoft Office; Adobe suite, including PhotoShop.

Skills preferred: Understanding of a digital workflow production process; digital photography; social media platforms; basic understanding of video editing for Web site posting.

Other requirements: B.S. Degree in Communications; One year of experience in monthly magazine publishing; experience with a daily newspaper or daily news gathering operation preferred.

Contact:

Michele Jackson, HR Advisor
Units
National Apartment Association
4300 Wilson Blvd, #400
Arlington, VA 22203
E-Mail: hr@naahq.org
URL: naahq.org

ASSISTANT EDITOR, Construccion Pan-Americana & Mineria Pan-Americana — Miami, FL
Posted: 1/6/10

We are currently the leading Spanish-language trade publications for the construction and mining industries in Latin America and are seeking a new Assistant Editor to join our team. The candidate we are seeking should be a highly motivated individual able to develop and write feature stories for our monthly & quarterly magazines, guide others to write stories, along with a strong interest in new media such as Internet and electronic newsletters. The Assistant Editor will have a key role in the continued editorial development of our website.

Responsibilities:

• Write original copy, repurpose, and edit content in Spanish from outside sources and contributors for a variety of print and online use including e-mail newsletters, web pages, and print.
• Pitch and develop new online features and ideas.
• Assist the team with writing/research support and respond to requests in a fast and efficient manner.
• Responsible and accountable for proofreading of magazines prior to going to press for maximum quality control.
• Ensure consistent voice across all communications and equally uphold the mission of the brand.
• Maintain constant awareness of competitive brands and content sources.
• Ability to oversee the entire editorial operation of a magazine and take over the editor in chief functions in times of travel or absence.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university (preferably in journalism or related field)
• Fluent in English and Spanish. Excellent Spanish writing skills necessary.
• 2-3 years copy writing/editing experience, preferably for a business publication. Upon interview, candidates will be required to submit writing sample under Editor’s guidelines.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills, solid grammar skills, ability to multitask and meet strict deadlines a MUST.
• 1-2 years online publishing or web experience a PLUS.
• Knowledge of QuarkXPress, Dreamweaver , Photoshop and HTML preferred

Contact:

Jaime Mejia, Editor-in-Chief
Construccion Pan-Americana & Mineria Pan-Americana
International Construction Publishing
4913 SW 75 Ave
Miami, FL 33155
Fax: 305-668-7774
E-Mail: spanisheditors@gmail.com
URL: www.cpa-mpa.com

MANAGING EDITOR/FINANCIAL WRITER, SS+K — New York, NY
Posted: 1/5/10

SS+K (www.ssk.com) seeks a managing editor with financial writing experience to join its New York professional staff. The successful candidate will have a deep knowledge and understanding of financial issues, and the ability to clearly and simply communicate complicated financial concepts to the public. The candidate will also have experience with social media from blogging to Facebook and Twitter and beyond. He/she will be able to think outside the box and contribute in a substantive way to the development and execution of big ideas, as well as have excellent written and oral communication skills. He/she should have solid sense of financial and corporate news and the ability to develop story angles, blog posts, and tweets on a variety of topics. For this position, a minimum of 7-10 years of related experience is necessary, ideally including some mix of work at a 1) a financial publication [online or off], and (2) previous agency/corporate experience in investor relations, corporate reputation or corporate communications.

Overall/Strategic Responsibilities:

• Develops communication strategy and editorial calendar for client’s corporate Web site
• Leads weekly taskforce meeting to identify trends and determine site content
• Curates content from guest contributors
• Manages appropriate tone of site, blogs and postings
• Manages internal review process of blog entries and comments

Financial Writing Responsibilities:

• Writes 5-7 blog entries a week based on original ideas as well as commenting on current events
• Edits and publishes all site content, including blog entries, tweets, etc.

Project Management Responsibilities:

• Leads editorial meetings to determine site and blog content
• Interacts with agency partners to develop site assets including video, images, creative updates, etc.
• Manages day-to-day client relations

This is a six-month position with the potential to extend the relationship to a permanent position based on the performance of the candidate and client need.

Contact:

Danielle Tracy, VP
SS+K
dtracy@ssk.com

DEPUTY EDITOR, Southern Poverty Law Center - Intelligence Report — Montgomery, AL
Posted: 1/5/10

The Intelligence Project of the Southern Poverty Law Center, a leading civil rights organization, is seeking an experienced editor with excellent editing, supervisory, investigative and writing skills. This individual will edit and supervise a skilled investigative writing staff, as well as produce his or her own major articles, news items and special reports on extremism, domestic terrorism and hate groups for the Project’s quarterly Intelligence Report, website and blog. The Report has won a series of major investigative awards, including 2007’s prestigious Utne Independent Press Award for best magazine in the “In Depth/Investigative” category, and has a circulation of more than 300,000. This is a regular, full-time position that requires relocating to Montgomery, Ala. Send a resumé, editing and writing samples, three references and a cover letter to Human Resources, Southern Poverty Law Center, 400 Washington Ave., Montgomery, AL, 36104 or e-mail to humanresources@splcenter.org The Center is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact:

Samuel Whalum, Jr., Director of Human Resources
Intelligence Report
Southern Poverty Law Center
400 Washington Ave.
Montgomery, AL 36104
E-Mail: humanresources@splcenter.org
URL: www.splcenter.org

ASSOCIATE EDITOR, Stagnito Media — Deerfield, IL
Posted: 1/4/10

The open position is for Stagnito Media’s Structural Engineering & Design (www.gostructural.com) and Sustainable Engineering (www.sustainableengineering.com) magazines and websites, and associated products and services.

Stagnito Media announces a position opening for Associate Editor in its Media Department, which provides business to-business resources on multimedia platforms, including magazines, e-newsletters, and websites.

Position responsibilities include the following:

• Planning and writing and/or editing articles for magazines, websites and e-newsletters, and posting content online
• Tracking and processing copy through production process, working with art directors and production to layout print articles, fit copy, and incorporate edits
• Helping to build continuity between the print magazines and the websites
• Contributing to the creative development and execution of special projects and websites
• Pursuing cross publication and reverse publishing opportunities with our various products and brands

Position qualifications include the following:

• The candidates we seek must have a strong editorial background, including knowledge of and experience with writing for print and the Web, copywriting, article writing, and proofreading. Position requires experience working with art directors and managing copy through the production process; experience with website administration systems; and basic knowledge of posting, sharing, and linking photos and online content. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organization skills. Position requires a bachelor’s degree in journalism or communications and prior work experience. Experience with business-to-business publishing a plus.

Please provide cover letter and stating salary requirement with attached resume.

Contact:

Shanon Fauerbach, Editorial Director
Structural Engineering & Design, Sustainable Engineering
Stagnito Media
570 Lake Cook Rd., Ste. 106
Deerfield, IL 60015
E-Mail: sfauerbach@stagnitomedia.com
URL: www.stagnitomedia.com

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