PHILADELPHIA: Editor in Chief for The Next American City magazine
POSITION: Editor in Chief for The Next American City magazine
Position Type: Full-time, permanent staff position
Position Location: Philadelphia, PA
Anticipated Start Date: August/September 2007
Position Summary:
The Next American City is a non-profit magazine for and by the next generation of urban thinkers, leaders and activists. We offer a fresh perspective on the people, projects and policies that are shaping the future of America’s cities and suburbs. In five years, The Next American City has grown from a few urban professionals with an idea into a magazine with a national presence. The magazine and other related initiatives focus on socially and environmentally sustainable approaches to economic growth.
We are seeking an Editor in Chief with vision, enthusiasm, management abilities and a grasp of urban affairs to grow our magazine.
The position demands strong leadership and excellent editing and interpersonal skills. The EIC will have an active role as the public face of the magazine and will be the sole full-time editorial staff. He/she will work closely with magazine staff to redevelop The Next American City’s online presence, and to plan and produce online content. Where possible, the EIC will work with writers and volunteers, to develop, pitch and place op-eds based on magazine content in major newspapers and on radio.
Responsibilities
— Develop and manage departmental budget, editorial calendar and long-term editorial plan.
— Manage paid and volunteer editorial staff, freelancers and interns to write, edit, fact check, coordinate and produce all magazine content.
— Provide overall editorial planning and execution ensuring accuracy and clarity of content.
— Solicit pitches and interact with writers to produce high-quality manuscripts to deadline and within a small editorial budget.
— Collaborate with Art Director in the development of content design to ensure consistency and appropriateness of magazine’s design.
— Oversee house style guide and ensure adherence to house style by all freelancers.
— Work with business staff to provide input and support for The Next American City’s related initiatives and projects and coordinate in-house content for magazine.
— Coordinate with business staff on marketing and promotion of magazine and Web site.
Required Experience
— Professional print journalism experience.
— B.A. or greater in English or related field.
— Proven background in effective team leadership and management, budgeting, project management, multi-tasking, organization.
— Demonstrated track record in high-quality editing, rewriting, and writing for a broad, popular audience.
— Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe InDesign 2 is essential.
— Knowledge of urban issues, planning, and related fields necessary.
Compensation: Current position salary is in the mid-40s and we expect a similar salary range for the successful candidate. Comprehensive medical/dental/vision and holiday/vacation packages.
To Apply: Email a cover letter, resume, clips and salary requirements to jobs@americancity.org
Seth A. Brown
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