Associate Editor

Overview

The associate editor will provide dynamic support across magazine products, including print, web, newsletters and social media. This role works closely with the head editor and digital editor to produce original content, support audience development and translate print content to digital channels. All applicants should include a resume, cover letter, and three published clips when applying.
Print

Writes print department pages as needed
Contributes to print issue production and editing duties
Oversees editorial process for 4-5 print/feature stories annually
Oversees two print department pages and collects answers to masthead and contributors questions each month
Writes 2-3 cover/feature stories annually
Compiles and tracks story ideas for print
Contributes to special editorial projects, including BOM, BOB, and City Guide

Website/Web-Exclusive Content

Translates all print content to madisonmagazine.com
Writes 3+ web stories per month
Reviews a share of web-exclusive stories written by interns and other staff
Compiles monthly website stats and keeps up to date on web trends.

Social Media

Writes and creates 5-10 original content pieces for Instagram each month (grid posts, stories, Reels)
Translates all web and print content to social media channels
Tracks newsletter audiencemetrics and summarizes analytics monthly

Newsletters

Curates and writes weekly In the 608 newsletter
Tracks newsletter metrics and summarizes analytics monthly

Misc

Assists with all-hands-on deck situations at the magazine, including events, Best of Madison and other promotions
Researches and recruits potential freelance writer talent

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a journalism-related field, preferably in print or digital magazine journalism
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communication arts or related field

Skills

Ability to balance several projects at one time and effectively meet multiple deadlines a month
Strong critical thinking skills and professional approach to communication with coworkers and outside sources/stakeholders, including confidence in making cold calls
Experience with pitching stories, interviewing sources and reporting with strong news judgement
Strong writing skills with experience in both creative voice reporting and hard news writing
Experience editing written work for voice, structure and clarity in a professional setting

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with writing and curating email newslettersExperience writing longform print or digital magazine stories
Basic photography skills and proficiency with image editing in PhotoShop or other photo editing software

Morgan Murphy Media is an equal opportunity employer

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