Assistant Editor - Trade Journal

Direct Selling News Assistant Editor



Assistant Editor

International trade journal serving the direct selling industry is seeking an Assistant Editor to help manage the day-to-day development and production of our monthly publication.



Essential Functions:

• Provide research assistance using online and other resources to compile industry news

• Assist in managing editorial flow, guiding copy through copyediting process

• Help ensure content delivers desired message to designated audience

• Write news and feature articles as required (including interviewing subjects)

• Manage subscriber database, including helping to expand readership

• Manage online order processing of ancillary products



Education and Qualifications:

• BA/BS in English, Journalism or Communication

• Excellent spelling, grammar, punctuation, proofreading and editing skills

• Excellent writing ability and 1-2 years writing/editing experience, familiarity with AP Style

• Two or more years experience working in a fast paced/high energy, deadline driven environment

• Strong organization and problem-solving skill

• Proven ability to produce quality work within timelines

• Self-motivated personality with the ability to work in a flexible, entrepreneurial, team-based environment with little supervision

• Demonstrated ability to adapt to change

• Impeccable time management skills

• Strong oral communication skills

• Strong research skills

• Excellent grasp of a variety of computer software, including Excel and Filemaker Pro

• Multilevel marketing or direct selling industry experience a plus





We are an equal opportunity employer, offering competitive salaries and benefits including a bonus plan and a generous matching 401(k) plan. We also offer a business-casual work environment.



To respond to this opportunity, please send your resume along with salary expectations to: hr@videoplus.com or fax to 940-497-9990.