Editorial Assistant

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About us

Loop Publishing exploded in to the publishing arena in 2004 and have since won awards for its Commitment to the Community. A family company, Loop prides itself on its regional publications within print and online.

Are you a natural writer looking to join an innovative and exciting publishing and digital team, where you have the flexibility and autonomy to help shape editorial and enhance our communication strategy? If so, we have the perfect role for you!

Loop Publishing is looking for a highly-efficient, well-organised and enthusiastic Editorial Assistant to join its busy team. Collaborating closely with senior members of the team, the editorial assistant will write copy, research and offer editorial support across all Loop platforms.

The role of Editorial Assistant is varied (incredibly) and exciting (absolutely mind-blowing). You will be working on different resources depending on the needs of our clients and our wider team. You’ll help to shape our content strategy, be responsible for the creation of articles, feature ideas, digital content, publications and much more. You will also have the creative freedom to shape the content and suggest new ideas.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Assist the editorial team in defining a strong, multimedia editorial offering for Loop’s publications -Northern Life, Family magazine, Colne Life, Craven and Valley Life

The ability to research and transcribe interviews, as well as write and edit short copy

Create Product showcases online and in print

Keep abreast of global and local events, forthcoming projects and new talent

Assist the Managing Editor with the daily running of the editorial department

Be able to take a ‘reet good picture’

Researching industry-related topics and suggesting ideas for content

Writing clear marketing copy to promote our services

Use SEO guidelines to increase web traffic

Ensure all-around consistency (style, fonts, images and tone)

Support the wider marketing team

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Above all, a calm attitude and a can-do mentality

Ability to manage heavy workloads and prioritise appropriately to meet deadlines

Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of cultural trends and social movements, and the ability to harness their editorial instinct to generate content appropriate for Northern Life online.

An exceptional writer of both editorial and marketing copy

Understanding of social networks and their functionalities and experience of managing social media

Acute attention to detail

Excellent communication, presentation and creative writing skills.

A high level of initiative and the confidence to ask for support when required

Loop Publishing provided the following inclusive hiring information:

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £19,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (preferred)

Experience:

• creative writing: 2 years (preferred)

Work remotely:

• No