Our "About Us" page http://society805.com/about-us
This "hands-on" opportunity to learn about the online media publishing industry will give you a real look inside creating editorial content, advertisements, and marketing campaigns.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:
-Updating the content for the website and blog
-Editing stories and photos as well as creating headlines
-Scheduling appointments for Editor-in Chief and journalists(writers)
-Updating & maintaining the Assignment Boards for upcoming projects.
-Keeping track of deadlines for writers(journalists) & photographers
-Working with PR companies to publicize local events
-Administrative duties such as creating contact lists and filing reports etc (may be require sometimes)
-Attending social events to representing the magazine
-You are the point of contact person for PR firms working with us.
-Liaison between interns and Editor
-Additional point person for planning events
PRIOR TO JUNE 1ST, YOU ARE EXPECTED TO INTERN IN THE OFFICE FOR TRAINING.
AFTER MAY 31ST THIS WILL BE A VIRTUAL POSITION DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS (JUNE-JULY-AUGUST) YOU WILL BE EXPECTED TO WORK IN THE OFFICE FOR ONE WEEK A MONTH DURING THE ENTIRE SUMMER INTERNSHIP- NO EXCEPTIONS- (Lunch will be provided)
YOU WILL MEET WITH THE EDITOR IN CHIEF ONCE A WEEK FOR A WORKING LUNCH.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be able to obtain school credit
Experience with an Internet publishing company, a plus.
Excellent creative writing skills, attention to detail, grammar, and spelling. Prefer a BA/BS in journalism, English, or communications, but not necessary.
Experience with Photoshop or other image editing programs.
Creative & resourceful, a go-getter who does whatever it takes to get things done.
Self-managing/self-directed - Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication
Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
Has own laptop and Smartphone - Professional phone and email etiquette.
If you are up to the challenge, please submit your resume and a brief statement about yourself and your goals to EditorAsst@society805.com with ASSISTANT EDITOR in the subject line.
For more inormation on our publication visit www.Society805.com.