A globally renowned travel and tourism publisher is looking
for an Editorial Assistant to
add to its already existing team of writers and journalists.
Individuals Requirements:
§ University or Media school graduate with degree.
§ Minimum 3yrs experience in journalism.
§ Aged between 27 – 35
§ Have a passion for writing, especially travel and hospitality
related articles.
§ Good knowledge of photography and proficient with handling
and taking excellent photos with digital camera.
§ Self-motivated, excellent communication skills, adheres to
deadlines, understands team concept and works well with other members of the
team
§ Must be proficient with e-mail, internet, MS Word, MS Excel
and Powerpoint.
§ Contact potential advertisers via e-mail, telephone or
personally visiting them.
§ Expected to help ideate, work on story structure, and elevate
the standards of stories that run in the publication – whether it’s suggestions
for text, layouts, and overall packaging
§ The candidate will also be expected to manage and edit
dedicated sections within the magazine.
§ The candidate must have a strong understanding of and command
over the contemporary international English magazine style, with impeccable
grammar and spelling; an exceptional attention to detail; first-rate
line-editing and rewriting skills; excellent proofreading skills
§ Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
§ Highly developed organizational skills.
§ Ability to work well under pressure and meet publishing
deadlines.
§ Able to work long hours to meet deadlines.
§ Own laptop with 24hr Internet Access
§ Mobile phone (own airtime).
§ Able to travel at any time without any obligations.
§ The Assistant Editor will report into the Managing Editor.
Only serious candidates need apply.
Interested candidates should provide *Covering letters,
*CV’s, *recommendation letters & certificates (stating minimum requirements
shown above) at the earliest, by email to: hreditorlnt@gmail.com (Subject:
Editorial Assistant LNT), as well as providing hard copies (not hand
written) to P.O. Box 38086 00623, Nairobi – not later than 20th September 2011.
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