Assistant Magazine Editor Job in Kenya

Our Client is recruiting an Assistant Magazine Editor

Job Specification

Bachelors Degree in journalism, English or related field.5 years minimum experience in editing, journalism or editorial research.Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills.Excellent personnel management skills.Diplomacy and conflict resolution.A team playerPossess leadership skills.Continuously maintain and improve the profile of the magazine in the market share.Oversee and co-ordinates the publication process including communicating with editors, authors and printers.In charge of ensuring the, magazine is up to the publishers standard and approving of proofs.Serves as a liaison between the department writers, printers or publishers.Ensure that the articles submitted by writers are timely and of high content. Quality.Continuously engage with publishers and enforce best publishing practices in order to remain competitive and profitable.Liaising with the management director or directors in coming up with new ideas to improve the mode of circulation to increase sales.Manage quality control of overseeing the artwork, design, illustrations, and photos that go with each article and occasionally attending photo- shoots.Overseeing the layout, appearance and content of articles to edit and review the work of writers.Coming up with new ideas on content, expanding revenue base for the magazine and exhibition.In charge of PR activities during the exhibitions and other duties assigned.The incumbent should be able to meet magazine deadlines for both print and advertising.Should be able to work on a yearly flat plan and stories.Selling both advertising and exhibition space.Ability to engage in sales and marketing activities for both exhibition and magazine.Be able to multitask and be able to bring prime clients and sponsorships to the group.Other duties may be assigned from time to time.If you feel you fit the above role,please send your CV to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke