Temporary Associate Editor, Runners World
Rodale
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 11/15/2017 2:05:00 PM PST
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Full Time Job
Runner’s World, the world’s leading running magazine, seeks a smart, energetic, and creative self-starter to join our staff as an Associate Editor in either New York City or Emmaus, PA. The ideal candidate has proven journalistic capabilities, can juggle several tasks at once, turns around copy quickly, and enjoys collaborating with writers, editors, and designers. The candidate should also be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for running.
Responsibilities
include:
• Assist the Deputy Editor in managing and producing a monthly 30-page feature well
• Maintain features lineups, write art memos, and issue contracts
• Assign/edit freelance stories for monthly departments, such as Human Race, and selected features
• Write engaging and effective display copy, sidebars, and captions as needed
• Assist freelancers with research and reporting
• Cultivate and work with top-notch freelance writers
• Generate story ideas for the magazine and website
Ideal qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English or related field
• Passion for innovative storytelling
• Genuine interest in running
• 3 years’ experience at a consumer magazine or website
• Strong editing/writing skills
• Superior communication skills
• Top-notch researching, reporting, writing, and editing skills
• Willingness and ability to pitch in and help wherever is needed