Job Opening: Associate Editor/ Writer for Asian Journal Publications (Manila office)

04 May 2012
Job Opening: Associate Editor/ Writer for Asian Journal Publications (Manila office)
Looking for Jobs in Journalism? We are Asian Journal Publications and we have a job opening for ASSOCIATE EDITOR / WRITER who can work in Taguig City.

A publishing firm serving the Filipino-American community for 20 years and with offices in Manila, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas and New York is now hiring.

The company is gradually expanding into more diverse fields such as fashion and entertainment. Its travel and lifestyle magazine, Balikbayan, dishes out stories under theme "love of country is back in style".

ASSOCIATE EDITOR / WRITER

Responsibilities:
  • The Associate Editor/ Writer is responsible for writing stories, features, reviews, PRs, advertorials, and other print and online materials for both Balikbayan Magazine and other publications / special projects under Asian Journal Publications.
  • Duties also include proofreading and editing all written content and assisting the EIC and Managing Editor in all work-related activities and special events.
  • Must be able to designate writers and photographers to obtain coverage of matters of news or interest.
  • Able to review and copy edit materials and choose photos to make sure that they follow the required style and format of the publication.
  • Assist in the preparation of a publication section.

Requirements:
  • Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor's/College Degree in Journalism, Art/Design/Creative Multimedia, Mass Communications or equivalent.
  • Applicants must have excellent leadership and time management skills.
  • Applicants MUST have extensive work experience already gained from a publishing industry.
  • Applicants must be well versed and highly interested in travel, lifestyle, arts, culture, and entertainment issues.
  • At least one (1) year of working experience in handling a team of writers and managing the over-all content of a magazine.
  • Knowledge in copywriting is an advantage.
  • Applicants should be Filipino citizens or hold relevant residence status.
  • Preferably 1-4 years experienced employees specializing in Journalist/Editor or equivalent.
  • Full-Time positions available.

Preference will be given for those who apply online so please check your email regularly.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For submissions: apply here

Website: http://www.asianjournal.com/
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