
Chief Magazine Editor
(IMM Magazine)
Background:
IMM Magazine (Innovative Minds Media) is a digital media publication affiliated under IMM Branding Agency. IMM Magazine serves as a plethora of information and resources for the modern day entrepreneur. The magazine highlights entrepreneurs in several industries, such as fashion, entertainment, events, and lifestyle.
Summary:
We are currently hiring for a part-time Chief Magazine Editor to lead editorial functions for IMM Magazine and oversee the production of content for the publication. Specifically the Chief Magazine Editor will also lead a revamping of the magazine. This is a high-profile role which includes developing guidelines, determining content strategy, reviewing content, contributing to editorial pieces, and managing day-to-day operations for the magazine. This role offers the candidate a total immersion into a highly competitive branding market and the successful candidate will work closely with key members of staff, contributing writers, and photographers in a business-to-business environment.
Hours:
Virtual Position: The Chief Editor is expected to work part-time which could include a planned schedule of Monday through Friday, 15 hours/weekly. This position reports to Matia Johnson-Buggs, CEO/Founder. Position requires a face to face weekly virtual meeting.
Main Responsibilities:
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Approving the publication's layout, design, style, and tone
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Work closely with the CEO to develop editorial boards for upcoming publications, issues, and campaigns
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Make final decisions about which stories, articles and photographs to publish
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Collaborate with the IMM Graphic Designer to approve every layout, design, style, and tone
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Ensuring all copies have proper voice, context, balance and clarity and are in line with the editorial strategy
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Collaborating with the team's consultant photographer to collect photos for each quarterly issue front cover
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Ensuring all information in articles and stories has been properly fact checked
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Provide suggestions for edits when needed
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Writing editorial pieces to contribute to the publication
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Hiring and developing contributing writers and editors
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Monitor online subscriptions
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Work with the CEO on magazine events and highlights
Qualifications:
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A four-year university degree/diploma in Journalism, Communications or a related field
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A solid experience in leading editorial publications
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Strong editing skills
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An in-depth knowledge of AP and Chicago style
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A strong leader who possesses exceptional writing, interpersonal, communication, and research skills
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The ability to take lead and also work with an innovative team
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Strong attention to detail
Apply:
Please email your resume and cover letter, with the email subject: Chief Magazine Editor, and any additional relevant information to: mail@innovativemindsmedia.com.