Assistant Editor at American City Business Journals

Job Overview

The Assistant Editor is the critical player in planning and producing special sections and events content for the Atlanta Business Chronicle newsroom. As the Chronicle is a multi-media publication, the Assistant Editor is often responsible for editing and publishing content in both our daily newsletters and weekly print editions.

The Assistant Editor is highly organized and efficient, often working weeks or months ahead to plan and execute special publications including events content. The position requires proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets or similar programs. The Assistant Editor is also responsible for building and managing a team of freelance writers to deliver content on time. Meeting deadlines is a non-negotiable standard of the job.

This is a highly collaborative position that works under the direction of the Managing Editor and often in tandem with the Events Director to produce awards publications. The Assistant Editor is expected to collaborate with the Atlanta Business Chronicle events team and the National Design Desk to plan and execute weekly special sections and events content.

The Assistant Editor is also part of a team that routinely streamlines processes for proofing and editing content across all Atlanta Business Chronicle platforms. Thus, the position calls for a strong writer and copy editor who works with the Managing Editor to produce and edit the weekly print edition.

Job Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities, work schedules and/or location may change based on evolving business needs

• Conceive of and execute the production of special publications and focus sections, in collaboration with the Managing Editor.

• Source and coordinate with freelancers in the production of business journal content.

• Gather, format and repurpose online content for print.

• Edit and proof copy for style, clarity, spelling, grammar, consistency, context and accuracy.

• Put systems in place that ensure the Business Journal adheres to local Business Journal and Associated Press style.

• As called upon, contribute to editing of news items throughout the day for the Business Journal’s digital platforms.

• Manage awards publication production.

• Check and sign off on print pages, in coordination with editors.

• Write headlines, subheads, and cutlines, and other informational or graphics copy. As with all copy, the Business Journal’s goal is 100 percent accuracy.

• Paginate stories, in collaboration with Editors.

• Maintain and update local Business Journal stylebook at a minimum once a year and a target of once each quarter; communicate changes to editorial staff members.

• Perform variety of news, production and administrative duties.

• Regularly participate in and attend Business Journal sponsored events.
• Take on any other assignment made by manager(s).
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with all colleagues and professionally with sources.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience

• Minimum of 1-2 years associate editing experience in print or online

• Deep knowledge of AP Style

• Knowledge of basic financial concepts

• Creative planning skills

• Solid news judgment

• Experience with management of editorial projects

• Stickler for detail

Additional Job Information

The well-being of our employees is paramount. For that reason, ACBJ offers a variety of rich and competitive benefits including bundled health, dental and vision plans designed to meet our employees' needs. We also provide programs to support mental health and wellness and a generous time-off policy in support of taking the time needed to recharge.

Here are just a few of our programs:

* Paid Parental Leave
* 401K Plan with Employer Match
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* Employee Assistance Program
* Multiple Employee Dependent Scholarship Programs
* Commuter Flexible Spending
* Lifestyle Programs (Including incentives for healthy habits)
* Medical Infertility Services
* Corporate discount programs
* Employee Recognition/Service Awards
* And so much more!

(Benefits coverage indicated above may be based on employee participation in benefit programs and eligibility)

Salary Range

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