Employment Opportunities
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6/27/08 – Columbus Monthly

Columbus Monthly, an award-winning city magazine covering everything from politics to poverty and bars to boutiques, is looking for two staff members.  

Writer: Produce heavily researched, well-crafted stories on a variety of topics. Some editing may be involved, as well as contributing to team projects and participating in the nuts-and-bolts of getting a magazine out each month. The ideal candidate has a solid journalism background, a great sense of curiosity (and humor), the patience and persistence to do long-form pieces, the ability to meet deadlines, a distinctive and versatile writing style and a willingness to play well with others. This is not a job for wannabes; writing for your church or company newsletter doesn’t count.

Special sections editor: Coordinate numerous special sections on topics ranging from health to education. Consult with advertising department to figure out content, work with freelance writers, edit stories, oversee copy through the production cycle. Also involves various responsibilities for the magazine’s regular issue and niche publications, including proofreading and assigning/collecting photos.

These are two great opportunities for journalists with at least a couple of years of experience to shine for a magazine that’s built a sterling reputation for the past 33 years as an independent voice in a dynamic city. (See columbusmonthly.com.)

Send cover letter, resume and five clips to:

Ray Paprocki

Editor

Columbus Monthly

P.O. Box 29913

Columbus, Ohio

43229

rpaprocki@acncolumbus.com

No phone calls. Thanks.

5/27/08 – St. Louis Magazine 

• Manage at least one section of the magazine each month—generating the section's story ideas, assigning and editing stories, and writing others
   
• Write compelling, in-depth articles for the magazine's feature well
   
• Collaborate with other editors on conceptualizing and writing the magazine's monthly service packages (e.g., best-of lists and city guides)
   
• Take ownership of a handful of these packages each year
   
• Line-edit all monthly content at least once, in typescript, layout and/or PDF
   
• Contribute to blogs and podcasts when they begin to appear at stlmag.com
   
• Represent the magazine in the community through event attendance and possible media appearances
   
• Possibly manage other staff, depending on experience

• A bachelor's degree in journalism or English
   
• 5-10 years of experience reporting, writing and editing in a magazine or newspaper environment
   
• Impressive writing chops and a talent for finding and working with freelancers
   
• An ability to manage a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment
   
• A sense of humor and an ability to package content with wit and originality
   
• Knowledge of the St. Louis region, or the ability to attain that knowledge quickly and remain abreast of what’s happening across a range of areas
   
• Adeptness at balancing fun and professionalism, creativity and focus
   
• Management and budget experience would be desirable

• A brief introduction describing who you are, what work you've done, and how your background and interests overlap with this position at this publication
   
• A PDF of your resume
   
• PDFs or links to 5-7 of your finest clips (with a range in length and tone)
   
• Optional: Salary history or ballpark salary requirements

· 5/8/2008 - Hampton Roads Magazine

Hampton Roads Magazine, the regional lifestyle magazine for Southeastern Virginia, is seeking a motivated and outgoing full-time assistant editor to join its editorial staff.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Write various short- and medium-length pieces for Hampton Roads Magazine and its supplements. 

• Serve as staff writer for Vista Graphics Visitors Guides. Write and update a variety of copy for the Visitors Guides in ten geographic markets, including features, advertorials, listings, captions, etc. 

•  Assemble the Datebook calendar of events for each issue. Acquire art and coordinate Editors’ Picks. 

• Assist with obtaining and/or scheduling photography/images that correspond with editorial. Prepare for and assist at photo shoots.

• Coordinate and manage survey material/results for special projects (i.e., Best Of, Top Docs, Singles).  

• Create and update an ongoing list of public relations personnel and media contacts.  

• Manage press releases/story pitches/determination of future editorial.  

• Answer questions/concerns from our readers.  

• Serve as primary contact for freelance writers, organizing meetings, addressing concerns, managing invoices, etc.  

• Research, copy-edit and fact-check as needed.  

• Manage internship program.  

• Handle any administrative tasks for the Editorial Department, including sending issue copies, preparing meeting materials, mailings, etc.    

Job Requirements:
College degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field.   We’re looking for a self-starter with strong writing skills, a superior attention to detail and creative mindset. Ideal candidate must be able to work independently and as a team, manage multiple priorities and deadlines, and show enthusiasm for his or her work on a daily basis.    Knowledge of AP Style a plus.   This can be an entry-level position for the right candidate.  

Send cover letter, resume and three writing samples to Melissa Morgan at Melissa@hrmag.com or Hampton Roads Magazine, 1264 Perimeter Parkway, Virginia Beach, VA 23454.

· 4/16/2008 - St. Louis Magazine

Title: Art Director, St. Louis Magazine

Company: St. Louis Magazine LLC

Benefits: Dental, Health, 401K

Job Duration: Full time

Job Location: St. Louis, MO USA 

Duties

The Art Director, a senior leadership position within this growing company, will have responsibility for all art content for St. Louis Magazine and additional materials produced under the SLM brand. He or she will

• ·       Set and maintain the magazine's high standards of design, photography, illustration and production.
• ·       Either design or review/approve the design of all monthly magazine content.
• ·       Assign photography and illustrations; edit photographs for publication.
• ·       Motivate and manage 3 additional designers; recruit and manage interns.
• ·       Manage and oversee design of marketing materials, sales proposals, direct mail, etc.
• ·       Manage workflow to ensure that deadlines are firmly set and consistently made.
• ·       Locate and maintain positive relationships with talented photographers and illustrators.
• ·       Collaborate on a daily basis with the editorial and production teams.
• ·       Review designs for bi-monthly AT HOME magazine.

Qualifications

• ·       Bachelor's degree in related field
• ·       Minimum of 6 years of publishing experience in designing or art-directing magazines, newspapers, or books.
• ·       Minimum of 2 years of experience in hiring and managing designers and creating and maintaining a budget.
• ·       Minimum of 2 years of experience in photo art-direction and coordination (still, portrait, event, fashion).
• ·       Expert-level skills in InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop for Mac.
• ·       Sophisticated knowledge of photography, illustration, and typography.
• ·       Exceptional organization skills and ability to multi-task.
• ·       An ability to manage a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment.
• ·       A desire to lead and mentor others to help them perform and grow.
• ·       Adept at balancing fun and professionalism, creativity and focus.

Please email a note of introduction, résumé, and PDF portfolio (or URL for online portfolio) to Stephen Schenkenberg, Editor-in-Chief, at sschenkenberg@stlmag.com. Please put “Art Director” in the subject line. No phone calls.

About Our Company

St. Louis Magazine is the smart, stylish and sophisticated guide to St. Louis. Winner of three City and Regional Magazine Association awards in 2007, the magazine brings readers revealing profiles, discerning dining and cultural guides, in-depth features, informed commentary and authoritative best-of lists. The company also publishes AT HOME, the city’s premier resource for people who love beautiful design. In 2007, AT HOME  earned CRMA’s gold medal for ancillary publications.

Updated 6/27/2008