Freelance Editor - Summit Recruitment in Nairobi

Job Title: Freelance Editor

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Freelance Editor

Advert Details

Recruiter: Summit Recruitment
Contract Permanent
Location: Nairobi
Available: Immediately
Category: Media Offer: Ksh 70,000


Introduction
Main purpose
Manage the editorial and creative process of an up market quarterly (four issues per year) print publication as per the look, feel, style and theme of the publication. Ensure that the publication meets the client’s approval in regards to look, content and deadline.

Minimum Requirements

Skills, Experience and Abilities

· Ability to write articles and features in a descriptive but concise style.

· Experience in independent travel

· Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Power Point and Excel)

· Willingness to travel as required, at times on short notice

· Formal qualification in writing / journalism / English or English Literature

· Works well under pressure and with minimal supervision

· Excellent research skills

· Passionate about the magazine industry

Other requirements:

· Own computer and internet access

Own means of transportation

Job Specification

Main Duties & Responsibilities

· Use your own specialist knowledge to contribute ideas to the publication

· Responsible for writing, in conjunction with appointed freelance writers, all the content for the publication

· Ensure that images for corresponding articles are received from the responsible sources on time and that photo credits, captions and contact information is correct.

· In conjunction with the client, research new story ideas and receive client approval on what features to run.

· Communicate, liaison and organize with the client on planned or desired visits to different venues.

· Review and propose submitted articles for publication. Revise articles, write headings and captions and ensure that the articles are the right length and fit publication’s writing style.

· Manage and oversee the graphic designer and the whole graphic design process

· Proofreading and revising of laid out articles before they go to print.

· Fact checking: check for the accuracy of facts by researching and contacting individual, places or companies to verify accuracy of information.

· Produce thoroughly researched and well written features for the publication

· Identify suitable writers and photographers for the publication.

· Participate, contribute and plan for the publications content planning sessions and be available to meet client when required.

· Required for in office face to face time during the critical time when publication is being put together

· Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Managing Editor


How to Apply:

http://www.myjobsinkenya.com/job/100074,1735995,54/Freelance%20Editor

Closing Date;15/05/2013