GorkanaPR - Journalist Job Listings

Mother & Baby / Pregnancy & Birth, Shopping Editor

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Bauer Media’s market-leading parenting magazines are looking for a creative, highly organised, and commercially savvy shopping editor. This is an exciting and key role.
The successful candidate will oversee the product and fashion pages of Mother and Baby and Pregnancy and Birth.
You will need:
·        an interest in babies and baby products (experience in this field would be an advantage, but not essential)
·        solid experience of photo shoots
·        flexibility in dealing with stylists, art editors and photographers
·        fantastic organisational skills
·        confidence when meeting senior industry and commercial figures

This is not a first job position.
Please send your CV and covering letter to Ellie Hughes, editor of Pregnancy & Birth: ellie.hughes@bauermedia.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 26th March

Oxygen 10, Editorial Internships

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Editorial internships available at leading publishing house
Innovative London-based publishers Oxygen 10 Ltd are looking for candidates to do an internship of 4 weeks on a portfolio of news-stand magazines guest-edited by celebrities and the accompanying website. Work will include feature writing, online writing, picture research, subbing, liasing with PR’s and the opportunity to be published both in print and online. Expenses are provided

Solicitors Journal, Features Editor

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Solicitors Journal, the independent weekly magazine and online resource for mid-tier law firms, is looking for a features editor to run and develop its features agenda.
As features editor, you will need to keep on top of developments across all major areas of the law. You will be able to spot feature material for our readers, set out a unique features agenda, and develop a rolling, sustainable long-term programme for the weekly magazine, its monthly supplements and website.
The role involves intense commissioning so excellent communications skills are required to get the best out of our external authors. You will also need strong writing skills as the role involves regular writing too.
The role also involves commissioning and editing for Solicitors Journal’s younger brother, Young Lawyer, the quarterly magazine for budding lawyers.
Experience in the legal and regulatory environment would help though this is not a prerequisite.
Please apply with a CV, examples of your work, and expectations to: Jean-Yves Gilg, jean-yves.gilg@solicitorsjournal.co.uk

Managing Partner, Editor

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Managing Partner, the leading monthly magazine for senior lawyers, is looking for an editor to take it to the next stage of its development.
With 12 supplements a year, a revamp in the pipeline, and a new website later this year, you will need outstanding editorial and project management skills.
As part of your day job, you will be expected to keep on top of developments across all major areas of legal business. You will be able to spot news and feature material for your readers, set out a unique agenda for the magazine, and develop a rolling, sustainable long-term programme for the title, its supplements, and web-based channels.
The role involves intense commissioning, so excellent communications skills are required to get the best out of external authors. You will also need strong writing skills as the role involves regular writing too.
Experience in the legal and regulatory environment would help though this is not a prerequisite.
Managing Partner is published by Waterlow Legal and Regulatory, publishers of a wide range of legal magazines including Solicitors Journal.
Apply with a cv, cover letter and your expectations to Jean-Yves Gilg, at jean-yves.gilg@solicitorsjournal.co.uk.

LS:N Global, Visual Trends Researcher

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Vacancy: Visual Trends Researcher, LS:N Global
Starting salary: £18k-£20k depending upon experience
Vacancy date: immediate

The Future Laboratory is recognised internationally for its innovative approach to trend forecasting, consumer insight and brand strategy. We are now seeking a talented Visual Trends Researcher to join our LS:N Global team.
LS:N Global is a consumer insight portal designed to make businesses in the lifestyle industries more effective in shaping and responding to new and emerging consumer needs, by providing them with frequently updated news, insights, case studies, trends, market analyses and innovations. Our Trends Researchers contribute to the daily online output of trend and insight stories. They are highly proficient at researching visual culture in any number of subjects or lifestyle remits.

Key responsibilities:
: Acting as the main source of visual research and knowledge for the LS:N Global team
: Tracking and monitoring global visual research from a variety of sources e.g. blogs, websites, magazines, press releases
: Develop a foundation of global visual research on key areas, including retail, technology, fashion, food and beverages, automotive, leisure and hospitality, beauty, interiors, luxury, packaging and architecture, all which can be used for LS:N Global content
: Delivering visual trends and editorial content on a daily and weekly basis
: Attend and report on relevant trade shows, exhibitions and events
: Establishing and maintaining industry relationships with PRs, designers, creatives etc
: Organise and maintain the visuals database, filing information in a user friendly manner

Essential skills and experience:

: An intuitive ability to identify and monitor global trends in the lifestyle industries, from retail to branding, marketing and communications to innovation and design.

: A creative eye - an excellent aesthetic awareness and ability to edit information and visuals

: Excellent communication skills, and able to build and develop relationships with external agencies

: Pro-active and forthcoming with ideas and information

: Ability to communicate ideas and information within the LS:N Global team

: Journalistic sensibility – always on the pulse and interested in what’s new and next

: Excellent desk and field research skills

: Ability to work at pace – daily deadlines

Interested?

Please email us your CV, covering letter and details of two work referees, plus up to three samples of work demonstrating your fit for the role:

James Wallman, editor, LS:N Global

james@thefuturelaboratory.com

+44 20 7870 1954

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to present portfolios and trends research. Overseas applicants must have a valid work permit to work in the UK.

LS:N Global, Visual Editor

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Vacancy: LS:N Global, Visual Editor
Starting salary: £TBC
Vacancy date: immediate

The Future Laboratory is recognised internationally for its innovative approach to trend forecasting, consumer insight and brand strategy. LS:N Global is our consumer insight portal designed to make businesses in the lifestyle industries more effective in shaping and responding to new and emerging consumer needs. LS:N Global provides businesses with frequently updated news, insights, case studies, trends, market analyses and innovations.

We are now seeking a talented visual editor to join our LS:N Global team.

The LS:N Global visual editor is key to ensuring that LS:N Global is a visually compelling network designed to drive our clients’ businesses forward in a powerful, innovative and visually impactful way. The appointed candidate will work with, and report to, LS:N Global’s editor to generate visual stories, ideas, trends and angles that address new and emerging shifts in the lifestyle industries that are relevant and useful to network members.
He/she will also be expected to create, develop and pitch their own visual stories for sections such as Innovate, Markets, Tribes, Seed, Inform and Inspire etc, and to work with the other network editors, writers and trend researchers to visually bring this work to life.

Key responsibilities:

: Oversee and manage the output of the LS:N Global visual team, including its visual trends researchers, section heads, design writers, freelance correspondents and contributors

: Ensure that all work is delivered on time and to the agreed brief

: Ensure that all visual content articulately explains and unpacks the network’s (often visually driven) case studies, news stories, market features, trend and inspire sections, in a way that adds extra insights and meaning to the written content it contains

: Ensure that all ideas are market-driven and focused on the key aims of LS:N Global

: Provide members with visual insights that challenge accepted views, set agendas and, most importantly help our members to be more attuned to consumers, be more profitable and more innovative by presenting them with brands, products, or innovations they can learn from or imitate to gain market traction

: Develop a strong lifestyle-industries contact list, with a view to generating unique, original, sometimes exclusive story leads – via industry contacts, trade shows, conferences, lifestyle events, design fairs etc – and a body of visual work that distinguishes LS:N Global visually from competitor networks and sites
: Contribute to the overall LS:N Global team output with a view to delivering lifestyle trends analysis, design forecasting and visualisation of trends that strengthens the network’s overall authority and impact
: Monitor, identify and analyse trends as they develop globally
: Work on presentations / client projects and other client-related image requests as and when required to ensure that all LS:N Global presentations and associated products and services, such as our bi-annual Trend Briefings and our Futures and Market reports, are of a high visual standard, and of a calibre that add further layers and insights to the textural insights and information these reports contain

: Be responsible for the excellent organisation and management of materials in use by the team (e.g. tears, press visuals, etc), and to present research findings and analysis internally.

: Manage, mentor and oversee the output of LS:N Global’s Trend Researchers and Picture Assistant/Uploader to ensure that all uploading, picture research and contributions to stories fit the remit of the network

Essential skills and experience:

: Research, analytical and visual planning knowledge in order to conduct in-depth research for presentations and LS:N Global-related projects identifying trends across a wide range of sectors including (but not limited to): retail, interiors, luxury, packaging, beauty, fashion, design, culture, art and architecture

: Effective project management skills

: Highly proactive in nature

: A strong visual-editing background in print and/or online publications

: A comprehensive lifestyle-industries contact list

: An awareness of how and what makes a good visual news story, and how visuals should be used to add value (as opposed to merely illustrate) and added insights

: An aptitude for understanding and appreciating the role of trends in brand strategy and product innovation

: A proven track record in working with visual ideas that enhance a client’s understanding of how trends impact on their profitability or the long-term viability of their brands

Highly desirable backgrounds:

: Previous experience as a trend analyst

: Visual planning e.g. senior visual planner at major design, branding, publishing or visual planning agencies

Interested?

Please email a CV, covering letter and details of two work referees plus up to three samples of your best work to:

James Wallman, editor, LS:N Global

james@thefuturelaboratory.com

+44 20 7870 1954

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to present portfolios, trends research or other evidence of visual editorial skill. Overseas applicants must have a valid work permit to work in the UK.

Inside Soap, Paid Internship

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Britain’s no.1 soap magazine is looking for an enthusiastic intern who knows their soaps inside out!
Working on a fast-moving weekly title, your job will be to assist the features team with a variety of duties including filing, administrative tasks, transcribing and dealing with newspaper cuttings. More exciting responsibilities include dealing with competitions, researching features and writing a weekly soap column. The perfect candidate will be a graduate or postgraduate in media or similar, who is super organised, has a great writing style and a passion for soaps. This is a paid internship.
Please email a CV and covering letter to to hr@hf-uk.com

Telegraph Media Group, Fashion Editor

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Are you a Fashion Editor with experience of writing online fashion content on behalf of a leading media owner or fashion website?
Telegraph Media Group is one of the UK’s leading multi media groups. We are renowned for delivering world class content across the Daily Telegraph (UK’s biggest selling quality newspaper), Sunday Telegraph and Telegraph website (one of the UK’s fastest growing newspaper websites).
Our editorial team currently have a requirement for an Online Fashion Editor to write and edit fashion copy across the Telegraph main website and up and coming niche fashion websites the group has launched.
Applicants should have a proven track record in writing about the UK and international fashion sector and will have a wide range of contacts and a limitless supply of ideas for the Telegraph website and print products.

Abchurch, Account Executive

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Abchurch is a leading financial, investor and corporate communications consultancy advising 60+ clients, 50+ Listed on the LSE with an aggregate market capitalisation in excess of £2 billion. We place a strong emphasis on training and promoting from within the organisation.
We are looking for graduates (2:1 or 1st class honours) with relevant industry experience, in-house or consultancy to join our team. Candidates need to be team players and have a good knowledge of how the City operates.
Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications. Candidates will benefit from an outstanding benefits package including private health insurance, full gym membership to one of London’s top health clubs with nationwide access, and eligibility to join our significant Employee Share Option Scheme.
Please send your CV in strict confidence to recruitment@abchurch-group.com. For further information on Abchurch, visit: www.abchurch-group.com

ES magazine, Shopping Editor

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

The Evening Standard's glossy Friday supplement, ES, needs a new shopping editor. The job involves editing the beauty and shopping pages every week, compiling ES's comprehensive and much-loved Christmas gift guides and additional shopping and beauty features throughout the year. The sucessful candidate needs an excellent eye, good contacts in the worlds of fashion and beauty, the ability to work to short deadlines and superior writing skills. At least two years experience is required. Please supply a CV and three fashion or beauty feature ideas to Hannah Bort (hannah.bort@standard.co.uk) by Friday 19 March.

Heat, Head of Production

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

The ideal candidate will lead heat’s production desk & create a market-leading production team delivering a consistently high quality magazine in terms of deadline adherence, creative tone of voice and accuracy. This is a senior role which will require you to contribute fully to the development of the title creatively and in terms of smooth working processes as well as spotting and dealing with areas of legal risk. Applicants must have production experience at a senior level on a national magazine or newspaper and be confident, organised and have a thorough understanding of the heat brand.
Apply with a covering lettering and CV to Anita Pyne, Managing Editor heat, 189 Shaftesbury Avenue, London, WC2H 8JG. Deadline for applications is Friday 19th March.

Laing & Buisson, Assistant Editor - Health and Social Care

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Talented all-rounder needed to hit the ground running on two hectic health & social care business newsletters.
Published by Laing & Buisson, the leading authority on independent health and social care provision in the UK, Community Care Market News and Healthcare Market News are valued for the accurate, independent and authoritative information they provide their niche subscription base on a monthly basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic journalist who has cut their teeth in a b2b or news environment to hone their skills in a small but highly respected organisation.
You will have experience in a similar role and will be fully conversant with QuarkXpress. You may have knowledge of the health and social care sectors, but if not, you will make up for it with your eagerness to learn, your can-do attitude and your ability to turn out high volumes of clear, accurate and informative copy for a specialist audience to tight deadlines.
A genuine multi-tasker, the successful applicant will assist the editors in all aspects of newsletter production and administration, providing in-depth news stories and subbing copy one minute and laying out pages or handling the mailout the next. They will also develop a solid understanding of the independent health and social care markets and will soon be confident deputising in the editors' absence.
A friendly atmosphere, competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, potential to work flexibly and the opportunity for genuine career progression await the right individual.
Apply with a covering letter and CV and two or three appropriate examples of your work to Justin Merritt, Laing & Buisson, 29 Angel Gate, City Road, London, EC1V 2PT or email to justin@laingbuisson.co.uk
Deadline for application is midday Monday 22nd March.

Sourcingfocus.com, Writer

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Sourcingfocus.com is the UK’s leading portal for outsourcing industry news, covering a range of cutting edge topics from offshoring destinations across the globe, to the latest issues in green IT. The website, which runs in conjunction with the National Outsourcing Association, is looking for a full-time writer to cover industry breaking news, write features and analysis pieces, commission blogs and opinion articles, and attend industry events to build relationships with contacts. This role requires proven editorial and writing skills, and the ability to produce engaging content across all media for the outsourcing market, from sourcingfocus.com's Soho-based offices. Responsibilities: - Writing compelling news, analysis and features on the outsourcing industry - Uploading articles and images - Producing ideas for the website’s development and growth - Developing content across a range of media, including podcasts, video and social media outlets - Editing and proofing material produced by members of the team - Copywriting for the NOA - Networking at industry events and attending NOA events Person specification: - At least one year’s journalism/copywriting experience - Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills - Accuracy and attention to detail - An interest in outsourcing would be an advantage, but an enthusiasm for business and willingness to learn are even more important

Buffalo Communications, B2B and Technology PR Account Manager

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Buffalo Communications, a specialist business-to-business and technology PR consultancy, is seeking a creative, press-savvy PR senior account executive with a minimum of three years’ experience to join our team at account manager level.
Buffalo has excellent industry credentials having been established for over 16 years and having received numerous industry accolades for its work. Buffalo has a long history of developing and delivering industry-leading campaigns for clients across the B2B space. The successful candidate will help the team build on this heritage and continually raise the bar for Buffalo’s new and existing clients.
If you are an experienced senior account executive with three years B2B PR agency experience looking for the next step on the career ladder, we want to hear from you. Working on a number of new and existing clients, this is a challenging position with ample scope for progression for the right individual.

We’re looking for someone who has the following attributes:
• An able account handler with client management , team management and campaign management experience
• Strong writing skills
• Highly organised - able to manage accounts on a day-to-day basis and oversee account executives working in your team
• Good communicator – from presentation skills, through to maintaining day-to-day contact with clients
• Able to juggle tasks across a number of accounts, and have the ability to pick up and run with projects very quickly
• Analytical, yet creative, with the ability to conceptualise and expand upon campaign ideas, in addition to implementing them
• Able to work on your own initiative and provide create the momentum that drives projects forward
• Able to defy convention and inject new ideas into client accounts
• Have excellent media contacts

Additional Information:

Location: London, UK
Status: Full Time Permanent
Salary: GBP £25k – 30k according to experience + performance related bonus + private health care
Holidays: 24 plus 2 duvet days

The Telegraph, Editorial Foreign Desk Manager

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Here at Telegraph Media Group we require a strong Desk Manager to join our fast paced newsroom and support our Foreign Desk Team. Telegraph Media Group is one of the UK’s leading multimedia groups. We are renowned for the Daily Telegraph - the UK’s biggest selling quality newspaper and our website is one of the UK’s fastest growing newspaper websites.

The successful candidate will report to the Group Foreign Editor and must liaise between Editorial Management, HR and most importantly, Finance. They will be responsible for the desk's annual budget and therefore strong numerical and accounting skills are important. They will support the members of the desk, the Foreign Correspondents and other reporters that travel overseas.

Core duties and responsibilities will include:

• Managing the Foreign budget (Daily, Sunday and overseas bureaux) including preparing expenditure reports and analysis

• Verifying and processing contributor lineage, expenses and retainers, and checking overseas office expenses

• Managing the relocation process for foreign correspondents, including building and maintaining relationships with external suppliers

• PA duties for the Group Foreign Editor

• Setting and managing the Foreign Desk rota

• Overseeing HR details, including absence records, medical plans, payroll advice and training for the desk and correspondents

The Individual

The successful candidate will be an organised individual with experience gained as a Desk Manager, Personal Assistant to more than one individual or Office Manager.

Strong numerical skills and previous budget responsibility is essential.

They are likely to have experience gained within a fast paced editorial environment and will have an understanding of how a newsroom operates.

A passion for news and media is also highly desirable.

Informa, Commissioning Editor

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a major international player in the specialist information industry. Informa UK Ltd are currently seeking an experienced Editor to join their Law division.

Purpose of Role:
- To manage and develop the finance & tax and food law portfolios by ensuring that all are running to schedule and budget and that the content continues to reflect evolving market needs.
- To proactively research and develop new and innovative content for the portfolio, particularly with regard to online services.
- To build and maintain industry contacts and keep up to date on market developments
- To manage and motivate one member of staff.

Knowledge and experience required for the role:
- Relevant Editorial training and experience is essential
- Formal qualifications or certificates are desirable
- Other professional qualifications and management courses would be an advantage
- Proven experience in an editorial management role is required

Core competencies required:
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Creativity, coupled with a drive for results
- Good team working skills are also essential

To apply for this role, please send a CV and covering email to rachel.madelin@informa.com

Informa, Editor - IFW/LLL

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Editor – IFW/LLL
Informa plc is the leading international provider of specialist information and services for the academic and scientific, professional and commercial business communities. Informa has over 150 offices in more than 43 countries and employs 8,500 staff around the world.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Informa as Editor of two market leading titles in the global freight and logistics sector
IFW is a market leading news service for the global freight and logistics sector
It is almost unique as it covers all modes of cargo transport including air, sea, road and rail, as well as the business of freight forwarders and logistics providers, including issues such as corporate strategy, human resources, property, IT and other break-through technologies.
Recently re-launched from a weekly print newspaper, as a digital-only news service. www.ifw-net.com now supports the information needs of over 20,000 users each month, an audience that is growing every day.
The core product is complemented by supplements and an annual Awards ceremony
IFW now requires an editor to build on our commitment to high quality content, service development and innovation.

For more please visit www.ifw-net.com

Lloyds Loading List was first published in 1853 and has been providing UK importers and exporters with information vital to their day to day work ever since.
The publication has 2 distinct channels:
- A weekly print directory containing ‘Freighting update’ editorial section (news and features)
- An on demand web based directory and twice weekly news alert service
This market leading publication has huge potential for growth in both domestic and international markets.
for more please visit www.lloydsloadinglist.com
Lloyds Loading List now requires an editor to build on our commitment to high quality content, service development and innovation.

Key Accountabilities for the role
-      Writing and managing content for IFW/LLL ensuring content is of a high quality with a focus on exclusive stories
-      Developing new web content delivery strategies to i) drive sustainable and increased usage of services to key target audience and ii) generate more revenue via advertising/subscriptions
-      Managing, mentoring and coaching a team of in house journalists and external contributors
-      Being an ambassador for IFW/LLL in the market and to inspire readers, contributors and advertisers
-      Taking responsibility for the success and integrity of the IFW Awards – in particular, encouraging entries, driving the judging process and co-presenting the event
-      Working with the sales team to drive revenues, attending client meetings where relevant
-      Working with the marketing/PR teams to help promote IFW/LLL
-      Acting as an ambassador for the titles by speaking at relevant Informa or external events
-      Budgeting and cost management – particularly in relation to contributor spend and travel expenses
-      Report writing for management purposes
Experience of writing for and management of digital news services would be of benefit and editorial experience in freight or similar sector is desirable but by no means essential

Based in London, the Editor will report directly into the Publisher and manage a team currently comprising of 3 journalists, a production editor and external contributors

Please provide CV and covering email to the address given
Closing date 12 March 2010

Peak Consulting, Internship

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Internship – Business Intelligence Consultancy Seeks Writer
Expanding international BI Consultancy based in Central London is looking to provide a 3 month internship for a polished writer, this is a perfect opportunity to gain professional experience. You will be writing articles, white papers, updating the website and conducting research about the business intelligence space.
You will also support the Sales and Marketing Director with general marketing tasks, updating materials and participating in e-mail campaigns.

The Role:

Skills and Requirements:
* Qualifications: Enrolled or graduated University – Marketing or Communications degree a Plus.
* The ideal candidate will be motivated, reliable, have strong research and writing skills, be able to think outside the box and has a keen interest in Technology.

Benefits:
* Vibrant environment with a very friendly team.
* First hand work experience.
* Flexible hours.
* You will be required to work from home on occasion.
* Travel and lunch will be reimbursed up-to £10 per day.

This is an ideal opportunity for an individual to gain work experience in a fast growing industry.

Please submit a cover letter, your CV and samples of your writing projects.

BBC Homes & Antiques, Designer – Temporary Contract

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

BBC Homes & Antiques, the glossy monthly interiors magazine, is looking for a talented designer to fill a temporary contract (3-6 months), starting in April. You will be based at our offices in Bristol, will be used to tight deadlines and will also be used to all aspects of the design process from photography to layout to print. A keen interest in interiors, antiques and vintage would be an advantage and superb attention to detail would be essential. We are looking for someone with plenty of experience at designer level and a good working knowledge of InDesign CS3 and photoshop is vital.
To apply please forward your CV and covering letter with examples of your work.
BBC Magazines Bristol is an award-winning specialist magazine publisher based in Bristol city centre, and a wholly owned subsidiary of BBC Worldwide. For further details visit www.bbcmagzinesbristol.com

Hubert Burda Media UK , Web Designer/Developer

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Hubert Burda Media UK in Colchester is seeking an enthusiastic Web Designer/Developer to work across our various sites.
Key skills and experience required include:

- Ability to write raw code.

- Experience working with database-driven sites.

- Good knowledge of XHTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL and Javascript.

- Good knowledge of Flash, plus working with video within Flash.

- Experience working with FTP programs.

- The ability to take cross browser compatibility and accessibility into consideration.

- The ability to take SEO requirements into consideration.

Required software knowledge includes Dreamweaver, Flash, Photoshop, Fireworks, FTP, phpMyAdmin and some knowledge of InDesign and Quark Express. Knowledge of Wordpress and JQuery/Json applications would be advantageous.

Key responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to:

- Day-to-day maintenance and improvements to our various websites, and liaising with editorial teams regarding content updates.

- Providing statistical reports to editorial and marketing team.

- Managing and sending regular newsletters (content will be provided by editorial teams)

- Re-design of websites as required.

- Website design for corporate clients, working to a tight brief.

To apply please email your CV to rachel.taylor@burdamagazines.co.uk or post to Rachel Taylor, Hubert Burda Media UK, The Tower, Phoenix Square, Colchester, Essex CO4 9HU.

International Life Magazine, Online Editorial Intern - Beauty

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

To join our existing writing team, we are now looking to recruit an intern Beauty writer (unpaid/home based/part-time), who with their quirky, original and intelligent written style will have the opportunity to publish their material via the website.
Are you passionate for writing about Beauty and/or Fashion?
If so you will have the opportunity to publish trend features, reviews on events and products, Beauty opinion articles and more.
Writers who provide an ongoing commitment will be given greater responsibility with the possibility of editing sections of the website.
Super keen applicants should prove their worth by contacting:
damien@internationallife.tv

ABOUT US - International Life is a luxury lifestyle media brand that produces high-quality content across a variety of different platforms.

Our website (www.internationallife.tv) is an exhaustive resource for the intelligent, affluent and internationally minded London based individual. We create engaging and informed news, reviews, features, videos and blogs revolving around high-quality products, services and experiences.

The Telegraph, Editorial Politics Desk Manager

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Are you an office or desk manager with experience gained within a fast-paced editorial environment? Have you had budget responsibility and would you like to put your skills to the test and work within a leading-edge newsroom at one of the UK’s leading daily newspapers?
Here at Telegraph Media Group we require a strong Desk Manager to join our fast paced newsroom and support our industry renowned Politics Desk Team. Telegraph Media Group is one of the UK’s leading multimedia groups. We are renowned for the Daily Telegraph - the UK’s biggest selling quality newspaper and our website is one of the UK’s fastest growing newspaper websites.
The successful candidate will report to the Political Editor and must liaise between Editorial Management, HR and most importantly, Finance. They will be responsible for the desk's annual budget and therefore strong numerical and accounting skills are important. They will support the members of the Politics team who are based in Westminster.

Core duties and responsibilities will include:
• Managing the Politics budget (Daily, Sunday and overseas bureaux) including preparing expenditure reports and analysis
• Overseeing Political admin and liaising with the Home News admin staff
• Verifying and processing contributor lineage, expenses and retainers, and checking overseas office expenses
• Managing the relocation process for correspondents, including building and maintaining relationships with external suppliers
• PA duties for the Politics Editor
• Setting and managing the Politics Desk rota
• Overseeing HR details, including absence records, medical plans, payroll advice and training for the desk and correspondents

The Individual:
The successful candidate will be an organised individual with experience gained as a Desk Manager, Personal Assistant to more than one individual or Office Manager.
Strong numerical skills and previous budget responsibility is essential.
They are likely to have experience gained within a fast paced editorial environment and will have an understanding of how a newsroom operates.
A passion for news and media is also highly desirable.

Mydeco, Internship

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Exciting new editorial internship
Can you write compelling and heroic copy about furniture/product design?
Do you come from a journalistic/advertising/marketing related background or have a similar relevant degree?
Can you save the day with your general copy genius and ambitious sense of initiative?
Do you want to join a vibrant team, bursting with energy to create a best of breed furniture dot.com start up?
This is initiallly an internship but a true hero will have the opportunity to find a permanent position in the team.Please send your CV and 2 - 3 samples of writing that demonstrate copy stand out and flair if you would like to join us to jobs@mydeco.com.

Future Publishing, Web Designer - Digital

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

About The Role:
Are you a Web Designer looking for a fixed term role? We are looking for a talented Web Designer to join our creative team.
Working alongside the Head of Digital Design you will create website designs, microsites, events sites and newsletter templates across Future's online portfolio. You will work to briefs from Sales, Marketing and Editorial teams to design and produce creative sales solutions and a wide variety of advertising formats, including banners and buttons.
This is a fixed term role for three to six months.

About You
You will have experience of web design and/or have a graphic design degree or equivalent qualification. Good interface and interaction design skills are essential alongside a current portfolio demonstrating a strong understanding of online design.
With solid experience of using Photoshop, you will have an appreciation and flair for design and branding. A good knowledge of HTML, JavaScript and CSS is essential. Organisational skills and flexibility are essential in this role alongside the ability to work well in a team.

What We Can Offer You
In addition to a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and comprehensive training programmes you will have the opportunity to work as part of a passionate team across a number of high-profile websites.

About Us
Future is an international special-interest media company creating over 180 publications, websites and events, with strong portfolios in the technology, games, music, automotive and sports sectors.

How To Apply
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Goal.com, Freelancer

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Goal.com, the world's biggest and still most rapidly growing football website, is recruiting for its UK edition.
For those based in or very close to London, the post available is one to work as our Chelsea correspondent.
It is ideal for a freelancer who is able to supplement their day-to-day work for Goal.com with other projects.

Content:
* Exclusive interviews
* News stories
* Comment and debate ranging from analytical to witty
* Player ratings
* And more

Requirements:
* Availability to write a piece per day (plus matches), though requirements from day-to-day vary depending on current events
* Top-quality writing in both news and comment styles
* Contacts with clubs (particularly Chelsea) and sponsors (particularly Chelsea's, ideally Adidas) are ESSENTIAL
* Absolute expertise first and foremost of Chelsea and the whole of English football as a must
* A wealth of expertise on football from a tactical perspective
* Historical and worldwide knowledge of the game would be a very welcome bonus

Salary variable depending on experience.
While vast experience is not a necessity, contacts, experience in and a neverending hunger to secure interviews and news stories is an absolute must.
We also welcome any other applicants (based anywhere) who may be able to provide freelance work; but again, only in the form of exclusive news or interviews involving high-profile and UK-related football personalities.

Sugar, Sub Editor

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Sugar magazine – Britain's best-selling teen magazine – is looking for a super-sharp Sub Editor.
We need someone someone with a talent for writing dead pan headlines and captions, who can also spot the difference between Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner, quote extensively from Glee, and even untangle the web of who's dating who in Teen Hollywood.
Maybe you've just finished a journalism degree or NCTJ course and are ready to enter the world of magazines. Or maybe you've got some experience and are looking for more responsibility and the chance to work on a number one selling title and flex your creativity. Either way, you'll have basic Indesign skills, but, perhaps above that, you'll be so keen to learn and progress, even the Editor will be worried you're after her job.
So if you love fashion, celebs and all things magazine and this sounds like you, please send a covering letter explaining why you are perfect for the job, your CV, and new head, sells and captions for three features in the latest Sugar magazine to hr@hf-uk.com by Friday March 19th

Tatler Editorial, Managing Editor

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Tatler is looking for a Managing Editor in a million.
The successful candidate will be calm under pressure, and able to juggle numerous tasks, including ensuring that the magazine comes out on time and on budget. You must be able to keep tabs on staff, pages and potential problems at all times and be fazed by nothing and able to solve problems calmly and efficiently, as and when they happen.
An ability to motivate the team, at the same time as gaining their respect, is the key to success in this position. Knowledge of magazine production, editorial budgets and team management are essential.
Experience as a Managing Editor on a monthly magazine is important.
Applications to recruitment@condenast.co.uk

ITV, Investigative Journalism Course

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

So you want to be an Investigative Journalist?
Which means you want to write for newspapers or magazines and see your work published. Or you want to get a job as a researcher and work on programmes like Panorama or Dispatches or Secret Millionaire. And maybe one day direct a film yourself.
But how do you achieve those personal goals? Learn the real trade secrets of investigative reporting and film making from working professionals.
BOOK YOUR PLACE NOW www.journalismworkshop.co.uk
This intensive one day crash course in journalistic TV research survival skills is the gateway to the media career you have always dreamed of. The course is led by Emmy-nominated director Kevin Toolis - director of the acclaimed Channel 4 series Cult of the Suicide Bomber.
manyriversfilms is a leading UK production company who produce exceptional high-quality documentaries, dramas and films for broadcasters including Channel 4, BBC and the Discovery Channel.

www.manyriversfilms.co.uk
10% discount if booked within the next 7 days.

LEARN MORE AT www.journalismworkshop.co.uk

Origin Hair Portfolio, Editor

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Origin’s Hair Portfolio is looking for an experienced and talented editor to join the team as maternity cover. You will be bursting with ideas, have an eye for great design, a passion for magazines and the ability to craft exciting, quality titles. You will have experience of managing a team, be proficient in working to budgets and knowledge of running photoshoots would be an advantage. PR skills are a must, as is a willingness to attend industry events at evenings and weekends. This is a senior role and you must be willing to hit the ground running!
Start date June/July
To apply please forward your CV and covering letter
Origin Publishing is a dedicated specialist publisher based in the heart of Bristol, producing market leading and award-winning magazines and websites.
www.originpublishing.co.uk
www.loveyourhair.com

UBM Medica , Medical Events Producer

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

UBM Medica – publisher of Pulse, Practical Commissioning and C+D - is looking for an Events Producer to join the expanding events team to produce must-attend educational programmes for a demanding audience of healthcare professionals.
You will be responsible for researching and putting together engaging event programmes for both medical and business events for GPs, hospital doctors and NHS managers. We also produce bespoke events for pharma and other clients and for leading medical associations. A key part of your role will be to manage those client relationships and project manage events from conception to delivery.
This is an exciting but challenging opportunity to take on a role that is genuinely cross-functional, encompassing both content production and client liaison.
The successful candidate might be someone with solid experience as a medical journalist who is looking for a new challenge or it could be an experienced healthcare events producer who is looking for a step up the career ladder. S/he will definitely have proven experience of producing strong content for a healthcare professional audience and knowledge of primary care/GP issues would be an advantage. Experience of producing content to a commercial brief and managing client relationships is desirable though not essential.
Whatever your background, you will need to convince us that you have

the initiative and intellect to identify and research hot topics and get to grips quickly with key NHS policy and clinical issues
the confidence, diplomacy and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with commercial clients
strong project management skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks to meet tight deadlines
proven writing and editing skills
a good commercial sense and bags of ideas for how we can make our events even more successful

You will join a talented editorial and events team based at UBM’s Thameside offices located on Blackfriars Road. You will be required to attend events on a regular basis so some overnight travel may be required.
To apply for this role, please send your CV and covering letter stating why you are perfect for the position, to:
Careers-UK@ubmmedica.com by March 26, 2010.

Desi Circus, Researcher/Writer Internship

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Are you itching to report the truth and do you have a sense of humour?
Desi Circus, a radical shiny new 'alternative' yet reflective South Asian entertainment website are looking for a bright, enthusiastic, forward thinking and often sarcastic intern to join their London team.

Headed by well known market leaders in the industry; Desi Circus insists on being an exceptional powerhouse in providing the best quality content in shocking news, entertainment, reviews and industry truths.

We are inviting one person to share this once in a lifetime opportunity to be part of something BIG.

The role will include:

Research, editing articles, organising interviews and attending press and other social events, support to the Editor and Directors of Desi Circus.

If you have a keen interest in cutting edge media formats. Some previous knowledge and experience in the multimedia field would be beneficial but not essential.

The selected candidate will be given the opportunity to climb the ladder of success within the group and liaise with A-List stars, music artists and other public figures.

Ideally you should be a London based recent graduate or someone wanting to take their first steps into the world of online publishing.

To apply, please send your CV along with a 500-word article on any subject of your choice, be as creative as you can!

All applications should be sent to: editor@desicircus.com

‘You must be the change you want to see in this world’- Mahatma Gandhi

Time Out GCC, Freelance Writers

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Time Out GCC is looking for freelance writers to contribute to three of its Middle East publications – Time Out Bahrain (monthly), Time Out Doha (monthly) and Time Out Muscat (quarterly).
Applicants should be based in the region, with a proven track record of writing for the consumer lifestyle industry. Please send covering letter, CV and two or three relevant writing samples to chris.anderson@itp.com.

Telegraph, Commissioning Editor - Health and Science

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Are you an experienced Commissioning Editor who would relish the opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading newspapers and multi media groups?
The Daily Telegraph, the UK’s biggest selling quality newspaper, currently requires a Commissioning Editor to join its Features Desk and take responsibility for the weekly Health and Science pages.
Applicants should have a proven track record in writing about the Health and Science sectors and will have a wide range of contacts and a limitless supply of ideas for the newspaper and Telegraph website.
The successful candidate will have features desk experience, will be able to handle copy for daily deadlines and will be involved in the design of pages from concept stage to final proof.
Applicants should email their CV to cv@telegraph.co.uk. They should also include a covering letter consisting of three potential ideas suitable for the Telegraph's Health and Science pages and a detailed outline of how the Telegraph can improve these pages to better serve both our print and online readers.

Dods, Reporter

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Interested in how government works? Want to get to the policy behind the politics? Find the power-play of Whitehall as fascinating as the flash and flummery of Westminster?
Civil Service World, the independent newspaper for the senior civil service, is looking for a new reporter.
Produced fortnightly by the political publishing specialists Dods, CSW enjoys unrivalled access to top officials across government departments and quangos. Using interviews with civil service mandarins and frontbench politicians plus investigative research, in-depth features and daily news bulletins, CSW examines how policies, personalities and politics play out in this vast, complex and vitally important organisation.
The new reporter will work across the newspaper’s news, analysis, feature and culture sections, and produce digital content for our successful social media website www.civilservicelivenetwork.com. The ideal applicant will be a qualified journalist with some relevant job experience, a keen interest in the operation of government, a good understanding of new media, and the ability to work rapidly across different topics and formats – but this is an open-minded operation, and we won’t disregard your CV just because you don’t tick every single box.
The position is based at the Dods offices by Lambeth Bridge, close to Westminster. Some evening work is involved, and very occasional weekends when required for interview travel or party conferences. Salary up to circa £20,000, with 25 days’ holiday.

For more details about CSW, please visit http://network.civilservicelive.com/pg/groups/271546/civil-service-world/

To apply please send a CV, and a covering letter in which you explain why your skills, interests and experience make you a good fit for the job, to matt.ross@dods.co.uk by 24 March 2010. Postal applications to Matt Ross, Dods, 3rd Floor, Westminster Tower, 3 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SP.

Reuters, Company News Team Leader - Gulf

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Reuters is looking for a seasoned reporter with strong equities experience, editing and writing skills to help run the company news team in Dubai. The successful candidate will ensure we focus on high-value content in key areas as the competition intensifies. Dubai, which brands itself as a financial hub, is in the international spotlight as it grapples with a crippling debt crisis and the restructuring of its flagship company. The global economic downturn, property slump and debt burden signal an end of Dubai’s business model and an unfamiliar period of retrenchment for a region accustomed to boom times.
We are looking for someone who can help run a team, inspire correspondents to a higher level, plan and help coordinate coverage, sub-edit copy and ensure stories carry a global perspective. The candidate will be expected to spot trends, produce agenda-setting analysis, deepen coverage and be able to write across the file. He/she will need to work closely with colleagues elsewhere in the Gulf and across the region and demonstrate strong initiative. He or she will develop great sources to provide insight and break news.

Qualifications:
- At least 5 years reporting experience
- Strong news judgment and editing skills; the ability to break exclusive news
- Strong team work skills a must
- Provide leadership and promote learning opportunities
- Strong writer who can deliver clean, clear copy to very tight deadlines
- Ability to adopt the use of new technology
- Strong awareness of needs of Thomson Reuters’ core clients
- Middle East or emerging markets experience a strong plus
- Arabic is required

GX Magazine, Interns

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Poker, sports betting and men’s lifestyle magazine, GX, is looking for aspiring journalists hoping to build their writing portfolio and have their pieces published in an international print and online magazine. Writers will have the opportunity to cover live poker, sports and lifestyle events, interview sportsmen and poker players and produce exciting features. Writers can be based anywhere in the UK and can write as many or as few pieces as they desire.
Please contact Fred Palley by emailing fred@gamblingexclusive.com, stating your areas of interest/expertise and an example of your work if possible.
This is an unpaid internship offer. Check out the latest digital issues at www.gamblingexclusive.com

Stylist, Senior Writer

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Stylist, the intelligent weekly magazine for UK women, is looking for a talented senior writer to join its successful launch team.
Reporting directly to the Features Editor, the successful candidate – who will be an established writer on an existing magazine or newspaper – will be expected to work on a wide breadth of content, from Stylist’s current affairs news pages to our thought-provoking features and celebrity interviews. Therefore, evidence of multi-tasking in your current role is a must, as is turning around work fast and to deadline.
As a senior member of the writing team, the successful candidate will also be expected to manage Stylist’s junior writer and intern, bring in exclusives, generate brilliant and innovative ideas across all sections of the magazine and represent Stylist at launches and social events.
After Stylist’s groundbreaking launch, this is a brilliant opportunity to play a part in one of the current success stories in British publishing. This role – and company – demands endless enthusiasm, passion and commitment, so a love of Stylist magazine and the type of content it excels at is essential.
To apply please post your CV, covering letter, five feature ideas and three news ideas that you would include in next week’s Scoop section to: Alix Walker, Features Editor, Stylist Magazine, Shortlist Media, 6 Emerald Street, London WC1N 3QA. Please include your salary expectations in your letter and write ‘Senior Writer Application’ on the envelope. No phone calls or emails please. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Closing date Monday 15 March

Stylist, Fashion Writer - Three Month Contract

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Stylist, the intelligent weekly magazine for UK women, is looking for a talented fashion writer to join its successful launch team for a three-month contract.
Reporting directly to the Fashion Director, the successful candidate – who will have experience of fashion writing or reporting on an existing magazine or newspaper – will be a newshound used to securing style exclusives, reporting on trends and filing copy to a high standard. The ability to generate brilliant and innovative ideas (written and visual), under pressure, is also essential, as is having a bulging contacts book (high street and designer brands) and the confidence to hold the fashion desk fort in the Fashion Director’s absence.
The role also involves compiling and shooting still-life pages, styling, assisting on shoots and representing Stylist at appointments and events.
After Stylist’s groundbreaking launch, this is a brilliant opportunity to play a part in one of the current success stories in British publishing. This role – and company – demands endless enthusiasm, passion and commitment, so a love of Stylist magazine and the type of content it excels at is essential.
To apply please post your CV, covering letter, three main fashion story ideas and five fashion news ideas that you would include in next week’s Scoop section to: Susan Riley, Deputy Editor, Stylist Magazine, Shortlist Media, 6 Emerald Street, London WC1N 3QA. Please include your salary expectations in your letter and write ‘Fashion Writer Application’ on the envelope. No phone calls or emails please. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Closing date Monday 15 March.

Medavia, Senior Features Writer

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

www.medavia.co.uk
Approx £20k + p.a

Fantastic opportunity for experienced journalists
• Vacancies for one salaried staff and two full time, office-based freelances

As a key member of our team, you’ll be working around the UK with families at the centre of the biggest stories of the day. This hugely rewarding position requires excellent communication and presentation skills and clear thinking in chaotic situations. You will also be a talented features writer.

Your high profile role will involve:
• Sourcing and interviewing clients and writing their stories for a wide range of women’s magazines and national newspapers, as well as:
• Advising clients on media strategy
• Liaising with the national media, and negotiating terms for coverage
• Arranging press conferences, writing and issuing statements on behalf of clients

Your background:
• Most likely, you are a features writer with a good agency or daily/evening provincial paper.
• You have a terrier-like tenacity to chase and land big stories. Can turn in tight news and features copy.

You want:
• To operate at the centre of the biggest story of the day
• To see your work published in weekly magazines, national newspapers and on national TV
• To meet remarkable people and develop top level contacts in the industry
• To live in a vibrant, bustling city but with plenty of travel and variety

You are seeking:
• A good salary (around £20k with lots of scope and no upper limit)
• A brilliant career move with an established, dynamic company -- a leader in its sector.

Please apply by email only. Include a covering note explaining why you are suitable, your CV and send examples of your work to:

Helen O’Brien,
Director
Medavia Ltd

Email: helen@medavia.co.uk
Web site: www.medavia.co.uk

Closing date: March 22nd 2010

lovemoney.com, Internship

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

lovemoney.com is a new everyday money site. We're on a mission to help our customers manage their money more effectively every day, so they not only feel richer, but eventually become richer.
We believe people should care for their money, keep an eye on it, and do everything they can to help it grow. In return, money will look after them and be the fuel that allows them to live their life the way they want.
How do we help make this happen? By offering tools to create real and lasting change in their life. lovemoney.com isn't just a finance news site or a product comparison site. It's a place where people can learn from experts, share experiences and ideas, improve their money skills with easy online tools, and focus on personalised content hand-picked for them.

An opportunity has arisen for two talented graduates to join our editorial team for six weeks this summer. You will be given the opportunity to:
- Write features. These will be published with your own bye-line and read by 350,000 people.
- Present short videos. These will appear on the site and on our popular ITunes podcast series.
- Training will be given in each of these areas on the job.

As part of the Editorial team you will aim to deliver high quality features to our readers. Topics you will cover range from hardcore financial issues like house prices, credit cards, student finance and budgeting to more lifestyle topics, like food, travel, cars, computers, politics and shopping bargains – albeit with a financial angle.
Preferred Skills
You do not need to have any journalism experience, but must be able to write quickly, concisely and in a clear and accessible manner. You do not need to be a finance expert or have any financial qualifications, but you should read and be interested in the topics published on the site.
Availability
You should be available to work in July and August 2010.
How to apply
As part of your application for this internship, we would like you to write an article on a personal finance topic of your choice that would be relevant and interesting for the readers of lovemoney.com, and fit within our current range of personal finance editorial categories (which can be found here: http://www.lovemoney.com/news/archives.aspx). The best articles will be published on the site, regardless of whether or not you get the internship. Applications can be submitted via the website by following the link to the jobs section in the footer, please include your article in the cover letter section.
Location: London
Salary: There is no pay for this position but if you live in London, lovemoney.com will pay your travel expenses to and from our office, which is based in Soho.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, and we confirm that we will gladly accept applications from persons of any age for this role.

The Tablet, News Reporter - The International Catholic Weekly

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

The Equality Bill, assisted dying, a new Archbishop of Westminster, religion and BBC coverage, Anglicans fighting over women bishops, the new atheists and their attacks on faith, the beatification of Cardinal Newman, the papal visit to Britain, the Irish clerical abuse scandal:
these are the stories that The Tablet covers week by week in its home news pages.
We are looking for a reporter to join our editorial team. The ideal candidate would be a graduate and a qualified journalist with a couple of years experience of reporting, and an interest in and knowledge of religion, particularly the Catholic Church. Please apply, enclosing a CV, to the editor via email: thetablet@thetablet.co.uk.
Deadline for applications: Friday 19 March 2010.

Itchy Online Internship

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Itchy Online has been producing entertainment guides for major cities throughout the UK for over ten years. We are currently launching a national site and are looking for a highly talented writer/pr to join our team. Your duties will include, conducting and uploading reviews plus running daily competitions and features. You will also be promoting Itchy features and competitions across our social media networks developing our online community.
You need to be an outgoing talented writer, full of original creative ideas, who can capture the irreverent Itchy house style. You will also need to have experience of, or be comfortable working with, social media networks such as Twitter and Facebook. This role will provide invaluable writing and online development experience alongside some fantastic press perks.
Please send your CV plus a brief outline of your experience. We would also like to receive an inventive tweet (140 characters) on why you think you are suitable for this role, plus a short 200 word review (bar/ restaurant/ film/music/ stage) that captures the Itchy house style. Send these to Emma Salt at: editor@itchyonline.com

4 weeks
Full time internship - expenses paid (£50 a week)
www.itchycity.co.uk

The Banker, Emerging Markets Editor - FT

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Job Purpose:
Editing sections on emerging markets (Africa and Middle East) and aspects of banking

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
• Research and write in-depth stories
• Set up and carry out high level interviews
• Build up technical knowledge of capital markets and banking
• Manage and write special reports
• Manage awards process and write up awards
• Chair roundtables and edit for print and on-line versions

Qualifications / Competencies / Skills / Experience
Essential
• Educated to degree level is essential
• Previous journalistic experience (ideally gained from a similar publication)
• Extensive experience of writing and editing finance articles
• Experience of interviewing at a senior level up to CEO, CFO
• Experience of hosting round table events (including online) and writing up the key discussion points
• You should have previous experience of managing and writing an awards
• An interest in emerging markets (ideally Africa/Middle East)
• The ability to generate commercial ideas

Preferred
• Capital markets knowledge, public speaking skills, project management skills

This role will require extensive travel to the relevant regions.
Pearson is committed to equality of opportunity. We are determined to create a diverse group at all levels of our company -- and we welcome all members of the community we serve to apply for openings with us.

Department: Institutional
Location: London

The Banker, Technology Editor - FT

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Job Purpose
To be responsible for editing sections on technology and aspects of banking.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Research and write in-depth stories
• Build up knowledge of banking technology (eg core banking systems) and banking services (eg payments, security services)
• Set up and carry out high level interviews
• Manage and write special reports
• Manage awards process and write up awards
• Chair roundtables and edit for print and on-line versions
• Editing The Banker’s website

Qualifications / Competencies / Skills / Experience
Essential
• Educated to degree level is essential
• Previous journalistic experience (ideally gained from a similar publication)
• Extensive experience of writing and editing finance articles
• Experience of interviewing at a senior level up to CEO, CFO
• Experience of hosting round table events (including online) and writing up the key discussion points
• You should have previous experience of managing and writing an awards
• An interest in emerging markets (particularly Middle East and Africa)
• The ability to generate commercial ideas

Preferred
• Technical knowledge of banking, project management skills

Times Higher Education, Reporter

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Times Higher Education is looking for an experienced journalist to fill a key position covering science and research policy.

Key Responsibilities
• The successful candidate will be the THE's main contact with the research councils and with the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills on science and research issues.
• Importantly, they will also be expected to develop contacts within the research community at all levels and to bring in plenty of off-diary stories.
• They will be expected to report on major issues including the development of the research excellence framework, other developments in research funding and issues involving research grants and contracts.
• They will also cover the day-to-day concerns of researchers, matters affecting their careers and working lives, intellectual developments in science and research, and academic spats in the field.
• The successful candidate will be joining a close team that provides unparalleled coverage of a fascinating sector.

Key Requirements
• Applicants should have a proven track record as a reporter, for a national magazine or newspaper or from the regional press.
• They should be educated to degree level and have an NCTJ qualification or the equivalent. They would ideally also have a science background.
• THE is looking for an organised and self-starting journalist with an excellent news sense and first rate writing and communication skills.
If you are interested in applying for this role or want to find out more information, please send your CV to the HR team at careers@tsleducation.com by 5pm on Monday 15th March 2010.

Most Wanted, Intern

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

MOST WANTED, New Look’s customer magazine, is looking for a bright and enthusiastic intern to support the editorial team in all aspects of production. As well as having a passion for magazines and a keen eye for detail, the successful applicant will be IT literate, have excellent communication skills and be happy to undertake a variety of tasks – including admin. Previous editorial and/or fashion experience is preferable.
The successful candidate will be required to work at our central London offices, five days per week, 9.30am to 5.30pm, between 22 March and 30 April 2010 (excluding bank holidays).
This is an unpaid work placement (although travel expenses will be reinbursed). Still interested? Then email your CV, plus five brief reasons why you want to work for MOST WANTED to: cindy.lo@publicis-blueprint.co.uk.
The closing date for applications is Monday 15 March 2010. Please mark the subject box INTERN.

Thomson Reuters, Economics Correspondent

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Thomson Reuters is the leading source of intelligent information for the world's businesses and professionals, providing customers with competitive advantage. Intelligent information is a unique synthesis of human intelligence, industry expertise and innovative technology that provides decision-makers with the knowledge to act, enabling them to make better decisions faster. Through its more than 50,000 people across 93 countries, Thomson Reuters delivers this must-have insight to the financial, legal, tax and accounting, scientific, healthcare and media markets, and is powered by the world's most trusted news organization. More information about Thomson Reuters and its financial performance can be found on www.ThomsonReuters.com

Paris is seeking a first-rate senior economics correspondent for our busy Macroeconomics, Politics and General news team.
The successful candidate will be an experienced reporter with strong writing skills, a record of breaking news and an ability to explain the relevance of macro-economic developments
for an international audience. You will also need to demonstrate an ability to work well under pressure, thrive in a team environment and have strong organisational skills.
This is an exciting moment to be in France, with President Nicolas Sarkozy striving to keep his reform programme on track in the face of growing deficit and debt woes. He will hold the chair of both the G8 and G20 next year and will want to set the international agenda ahead of the 2012 presidential election.
The senior economics correspondent in France is expected to lead our international macro coverage, secure interviews with top policymakers and provide value-added stories that give our clients in-depth knowledge of the eurozone's second-largest economy. They will also have to work closely with the French language service, the equities team and specialist editors to provide a file that stretches across the various asset classes. Among the core duties will be to maintain our strong coverage of the monthly indicators by our MPG team and ensure we safeguard our great timings record.
There will be a certain amount of travel to EU and G7 summits and knowledge of the inner working of both the euro group and European Commission would be a major advantage.

Profile :
• Experience covering macroeconomic news
• Ability to write quickly and accurately
• A track record of breaking stories
• Fluent French vital

Illustrated London News, Magazine Editor and Digital Content Writer

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

ILN (Illustrated London News), a boutique publishing and digital agency, has a vacancy for a role as magazine editor and digital content writer. So if you have a strong editorial background and are a digital content champion, able to edit magazines and write engaging digital copy, we’d like to hear from you. We are hoping to appoint someone in a combined full-time role, but if you have great expertise in one area, you are welcome to apply. As a hands-on editor, you will oversee all editorial aspects of the customer magazine title, Luxury Avenue, published on behalf of the leading luxury retailer in Mexico. Targeted at high-end consumers primarily from Mexico and US, the magazine’s aim is to inspire readers to visit the client’s boutiques and luxury shopping malls. The successful candidate will work across other ILN projects, assist in new business pitches, and alongside our editorial team, play a key role across ILN’s digital offering.
Magazine

edit, commission writers and proof to a high standard
keep abreast of luxury and retail trends, and client’s activity, to inform the editorial strategy
build relationships and liaising with the retailer’s luxury brand suppliers
conceive features list and flatplan
manage editorial budget
write sparkling, engaging, informative copy – product news and features
work closely with relevant colleagues: design, subeditor, account director, picture desk, production, publishing director
client liaison at all stages of production including approval process
attend relevant trade shows and events

Digital

create or contribute to digital content strategies for websites, blog platforms, email campaigns and offsite social media sites
get under the skin of a client’s brand and develop digital content appropriately for Web 2.0 technologies
research and write engaging copy – often with tight turnaround
understand SEO requirements and deliver optimised content appropriately
work within a CMS when required
produce editorial content to support video and interactive content
keep abreast of digital content trends and social media developments
client liaison where appropriate as above

What are we looking for? Creativity, visual, experience in luxury sector (especially watches, jewellery, beauty, fragrances, accessories, fashion), can-do attitude, ability to juggle multiple deadlines, digitally-savvy, strong internal and external communication skills. Customer magazine experience is not essential, but client-facing skills, an understanding of how magazines and digital content can support marketing and business strategies, and commercial awareness are required. Knowledge of Spanish would be an asset, but not essential. The role is based at ILN’s offices in Spitalfields. Salary according to experience - please email a CV and covering letter to hello@iln.co.uk
Please see our website www.iln.co.uk

Money Management, Supplements Editor - FT

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Job Purpose
Money Management, the multi-award winning monthly B2B title, is recruiting a new supplements editor. This is a senior position within the magazine and would suit a journalist with experience of writing about personal finance who is looking for the next step up the career ladder. The supplements editor will be responsible for managing and editing the magazine’s monthly supplements, alongside writing news and product analysis for the main magazine.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Commissioning and editing articles from freelance and in-house journalists, industry contributors, and generic sponsor copy.
• Developing supplement topics, maintaining the supplement schedule and devising supplement synopses.
• Writing the main feature for each supplement, such as in-depth articles and surveys on anything from mortgages and investments to regulation, technology and pensions.
• Working with design to devise supplement covers.
• Sourcing and writing news and product reviews for the main magazine.

Qualifications / Competencies / Skills / Experience
Essential
• Relevant experience as a personal finance journalist.
• Qualified to NCTJ standard or equivalent.
• Ability to write technical and informed surveys and features on a variety of personal finance topics, such as life assurance, investment, pensions, taxation, mortgages etc;
• Close attention to detail;
• Good organisational and planning skills;
• Proven ability to source and write news;
• Good contact building skills;
• Strong feature commissioning and editing skills;
• Project and staff management abilities.

Desirable
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with QuarkXpress and InDesign.
• Shorthand.

Pearson is committed to equality of opportunity. We are determined to create a diverse group at all levels of our company -- and we welcome all members of the community we serve to apply for openings with us.

Department: FTB Retail Finance
Location: OSB, London

The Press Association, Finance Reporter

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

The Press Association requires a bright, motivated financial journalist to write definitive news on raising finance across its three specialist titles, including TelecomFinance and MediaFinance. Working with a small team of specialist journalists, the role will involve nurturing high calibre contacts to dig out and report on exclusive inside stories about M&A, debt and other financial activity in various sectors.

Main responsibilities:
-       Writing sharp and incisive copy for both print and web publication
-       Interviewing CEOs for features, analysis pieces and special reports
-       Maintaining and growing a network of key contacts within the industry
-       Planning conference attendance and other face-to-face opportunities.

Experience required:
The successful candidate must have at least 1-2 years of specialist financial/business reporting experience, plus a sound news sense and the ability to use their own initiative and work under pressure. Proven experience in breaking stories, writing features and interviewing industry figures is essential. Working knowledge of a second major language, particularly French, would be highly desirable, as would experience of optimising copy for the web. This is not an entry-level position.

Interested? Please send CV and covering letter to Ed Ansell, editor, MediaFinance at ed.ansell@mediafinance.com.

Closing date: 26 March

Bloomberg News, Stocks Editor – London

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Ref No: 24826

The Role
Bloomberg News seeks an editor to shape European stock market stories. The successful candidate will have considerable editing and reporting experience at a newspaper or news service.
The editor must coach reporters on sourcing, access, interviewing, writing, accuracy and clarity.
Editors will also become experts in the Bloomberg Way, our proprietary style.
Experience of financial markets is essential, ideally with experience of Equity markets.

Requirements
Journalism experience is essential
Experience of working in a real-time news environment in desirable
Proven track record editing financial market stories
Ability to coach reporters on sourcing, interviewing and writing
A passion for breaking news and innovative story ideas

The Company
Few organizations can keep up with the fast-paced, 24/7 nature of today's media coverage; even fewer can claim to have helped shape it. Bloomberg has long been a leading source of data and news, and presents one of the most challenging environments in financial journalism. Bloomberg offers a unique opportunity to produce real-time stories that shape the markets and our world.

http://careers.bloomberg.com/hire/jobs/job24826.html

Bloomberg News , Speed Desk Reporter – Dublin

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Ref No: 25095

The Role
Bloomberg News is seeking a reporter for general assignment duties in its Dublin bureau, with a focus on finance, covering companies such as Bank of Ireland Plc, Allied Irish Banks Plc, the fund-management industry and the International Financial Services Centre. Knowledge of the economy, financial markets and business is essential. The successful applicant will produce breaking news stories under real-time deadline pressure and write stories that are clearly written and comprehensive. The reporter will focus on breaking news such as mergers and acquisitions and earnings, and will also be expected to produce enterprise pieces on a regular basis

Requirements
Experience of working in a real-time news environment is desirable.
Journalism qualification or equivalent work experience is desirable
Experience in covering the finance market an advantage

The Company
Few organizations can keep up with the fast-paced, 24/7 nature of today's media coverage; even fewer can claim to have helped shape it. Bloomberg has long been a leading source of news and data, and presents one of the most challenging environments in financial journalism. Bloomberg offers a unique opportunity to produce real-time stories that shape the markets and our world.

http://careers.bloomberg.com/hire/jobs/job25095.html

Bloomberg News, Emerging Markets Editor - London

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Ref No: 25106

The Role
Bloomberg News is seeking an experienced real-time financial news Editor to join the Emerging Markets team in London.
The Editor will produce breaking news stories under real-time deadline pressure, ensuring they are clear, comprehensive and accurate. The successful candidate will have proven experience of editing for a financial newspaper or news service, and will be prepared to coach reporters on sourcing, access, interviewing, writing, accuracy and clarity. The candidate should be able to show examples of work that highlights superior editing of breaking news stories and features.

Requirements
Journalism experience is essential
Experience of working in a real-time news environment in desirable
Proven experience of editing financial and markets news is essential
Ability to coach reporters on sourcing, interviewing and writing

Bloomberg News, Experienced Structure Finance Reporter - London

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Ref No: 25132

The Role
Bloomberg News seeks an experienced structured finance reporter in its London office. The reporter will be responsible for stories about structured products, including those tied to interest rates, stocks, commodities and currencies. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of reporting and writing experience pertaining to instruments such as zero-coupon principal-protected notes, reverse convertible notes, knock-out buffered super track notes and buffered return enhanced notes. The candidate should also have experience in breaking news for a financial newspaper or real-time news service, and should possess the ability to write feature stories.

Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required
Journalism qualification is desirable
Experience of covering financial markets essential
Experience of working in a real time news environment is desirable
Previous journalism experience is essential

http://careers.bloomberg.com/hire/jobs/job25132.html

Bloomberg News, Experienced Loan Markets Reporter - London

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Title: Ref No: 25133

The Role
Bloomberg News seeks an experienced loan markets reporter in its London office. The reporter will be responsible for stories about the syndicated and institutional loan market, including the primary and secondary markets. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of loan market reporting and writing experience. The successful applicant should have proven experience in reporting and breaking news for a financial newspaper or real-time news service, and should possess the ability to write feature stories.

http://careers.bloomberg.com/hire/jobs/job25133.html

The Conran Shop, Press Assistant

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

The Conran Shop is currently recruiting for the role of Press Assistant to be based in our Chelsea store located on the Fulham Road.
The role will report to the Marketing Manager.

The successful candidate will need to have the following skills:-
1. Preferably degree educated within a Marketing or PR discipline
2. At least 1 year sound commercial exposure within a Luxury retailer in either a Marketing / PR role (Agency side accepted)
3. Well presented with exceptional communication skills
4. Awareness of UK consumer and National press
5. Able to manage priorities and time proactively with minimal supervision
6. Demonstrate ability to manage a busy product and image loan service
7. Able to produce Monthly press reports.
8. Photoshop, Excel, Word and Photography skills
9. Rudimentary event Management skills

If you are interested in applying for this role please forward a CV and covering letter to Liam Butler at lbutler@conran.com or by mailing your CV and covering letter to Liam Butler, CONRAN, 22 Shad Thames, London SE1 2YU.
The closing date for internal applications is March 16 2010.
Internal applicants should inform their line manager before applying for this role.

Money Market, Freelance Writers

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Money Market—Personal Finance/Investment/Consumer

Money Market’s UK hard copy edition is looking for additional personal banking, investment and insurance freelance writers. Freelancers interested should send their CVs and writing samples to Editor, Katherine Steiner-Dicks. References will be followed up.
Contact: ksteiner.uk@ausbanc.com

Campden Wealth, Editor in Chief

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Responsible to
MD, Campden Wealth

Role & Product Overview
The Editor in Chief will be responsible for the strategic direction of Campden Wealth’s publication and research business including content and design. The products currently comprise of two quarterly and one annual print publication, its online offerings and five annual research projects all focused on delivering market insight on ultra-High Net-Worth business-owning families and family offices.
- Campden FB (~84pp) a quarterly magazine, and its associated website focused on issues within significant (>$100m revenue) multi-generation, family owned business community.
- Campden FO (~84pp) a quarterly magazine, and its associated website focused on the family office market.
- Campden IFC (~176pp) a yearly reference book focused on tax, legal and regulatory issues within the international financial centres field.
- Five proprietary research projects a year delivering professional reports (~ 64pp) with a global focus.

Job specification
• Assisting the MD and other Campden Colleagues the preferred candidate would be required to come in and evaluate the existing strategy and be prepared to make all necessary changes to processes in a constructive and timely format that enables them to establish and deliver a credible and first class editorial publishing and research operation for Campden with a reputation and habit for overachieving.
• Day-to-day responsibility for the organisation and management of Campden wealth's publications/websites/research. Working accurately, diligently and proactively to ensure timely, cost-effective production of high-quality, editorially driven, user-friendly publications/websites and research projects that reflect well on Campden, the contributors and the advertisers and meet the needs of the readers/viewers.
• Researching and identifying audience needs and expectations.
• Establishing first-rate contacts among: the audience/clientele, to inform work on the projects; industry experts/advisers and contributors, to populate the projects with relevant and authoritative content.
• Defining and directing the overall tone, level and type/range of Campden wealth’s editorial output.
• Forward feature and issue planning.
• As necessary, developing new types of features and content to meet audience need and keep the projects fresh.
• Liaising, as necessary, with external editorial consultants and the in-house Editorial/Production team on: feature research, development and writing; author research and commissioning; copy/news research/sourcing; design, flatplanning; organising and supervising the work of freelance reporters, etc.
• Liaising with Sales colleagues to develop opportunities for advertisers; with Marketing colleagues to produce pertinent and effective marketing materials; and with Conferences colleagues to organise, attend and/or run conferences, roundtable events, etc.
• Ensuring that all of Campden Wealth’s editorial output is produced within defined budgets.
• Contributing to editorial development on existing and new projects, including publication conceptualisation, novel feature origination and issue/edition planning.
• Online – driving traffic, delivery unique content, creating communities and monitoring metrics.
• Defining research project strategy and execution, oversight and input into the hard copy research report production and presentation, management of project budgets, and developing & implementing effective promotional methodologies and distribution channels.
• Representing Campden responsibly and appropriately to external parties, on conference platforms and at external functions, etc.

This is a leadership position and the candidate would be an integral part of the Campden Wealth management team inputting into the business direction and growth and be expected to deliver consistent results correlated to targets across both Campden Wealth’s publishing and research portfolio.
Campden is a global business generating revenues from five continents and the Editor in Chief will be expected to articulate a structure and execute on a strategy that enables Campden to continue its expansion into new geographical markets.

The primary drivers for success in this role will be fourfold:
1. Establishing methodologies and practices that enable efficient execution of our publications and research projects on a global basis
2. Identifying and presenting innovative and unique ideas for our publications and research that will position Campden as the thought leader in the UHNW community.
3. Coordination and communication with our partners, community, staff and industry experts.
4. Identifying and evaluating with the necessary rigor new opportunities and revenue streams that will add value to the existing business model.

Key attributes required to fulfill the remit and responsibilities in this demanding environment are:
• An experienced magazine editor
• Strong managerial and leadership skills
• Experience of working with financial or wealth management research
• Extensive knowledge and experience of wealth management and/or financial markets
• An exceptional planner with strong attention to discipline and detail
• An outstanding communicator who has experience of working across borders
• A confident decision maker who has a history and ambition for outperformance

Additional skills which will be looked upon favorably:
• Foreign languages
• Family business market knowledge
• Product development and turnaround experience
• An excellent track record of delivering a high quality portfolio of research products
• An editor who has also fulfilled publisher duties
• Experience of leveraging CRM/building databases to enhance productivity.

This is a unique opportunity for an individual to join an entrepreneurial environment and management team. Playing a leadership role in the evolution and ongoing growth and success of a private global business that holds leadership positions in its two chosen fields.

Campden Wealth
For almost two decades Campden has been a valuable and informative source of
information for principals from global family businesses, their family offices and
close advisors. It delivers practical advice, key business solutions and corporate and economic insight through conferences, seminars, online and printed publications.

Through events such as its exclusive family office, family business and family
wealth series, as well as journals such as Campden FB (formally Families in Business Magazine) and Campden FO it has become a truly independent and impartial facilitator of dialogue between business and financial families, substantial private Investors, executives from private investment and family offices, family businesses and their close advisors.

Campden Research is a major revenue and profit stream and has exciting potential for expansion. It enhances our brand and product offering by providing unique data and analysis on this key sector. Building off our expertise, Campden
Research seeks to supply market insight through in-depth studies and comprehensive methodologies for its client community, their advisors and suppliers.

Supply Management Magazine, International News Editor

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Salary Circa £30K p.a. + Excellent Benefits

Business travel, fraud and Whitehall efficiency are among the areas you’ll be covering as the international news editor of the UK’s leading magazine and website for the purchasing profession. Oil prices and corruption are among the others.
Variety is the key so to be successful you will be confident, very hard working with the ability to make contacts across all business sectors and regions of the world. With the skill to work contacts you will have excellent experience of gaining off diary and exclusive stories.
The responsibilities include writing and editing daily online stories as well as leading the news content for the main edition of the magazine and its southern Africa version. Some international travel can also be expected.
In addition to first-rate writing and interviewing skills, you will be able to show the impact your previous stories have had on readers and have ideas for innovative online coverage.
Well organised, responsible and able to work under pressure the news editor will also manage one member of staff. Although staff management experience is not essential as coaching and support is available, you must be able to show competencies of a successful manager, including leadership and decision making skills.
Supply Management is a fortnightly magazine produced by Redactive Media Group on behalf of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply. It has a circulation of 42,000.
Based in modern offices in Clerkenwell, Redactive is the UK’s largest independent publisher in partnership with membership organisations and was voted by our staff as one of the Sunday Times best small companies to work for in 2008. Benefits include a contributory pension scheme, personal training plan, 28 days’ holiday and subsidised gym membership. To produce the best-quality magazines, we aim to attract a diverse mix of people who have fresh, creative and challenging ideas.
To apply, send your CV and a covering letter outlining how your experience matches our requirements to Claire Shorter, Senior HR Officer, Redactive Publishing, 17 Britton Street, London EC1M 5TP or email to smnewsed@redactive.co.uk

For further information visit www.redactive.co.uk and www.supplymanagement.com

Closing date: 16 March 2010

No agencies please.

ELLE, Deputy Editor

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

ELLE, the world’s biggest-selling fashion magazine, is looking for a talented and experienced Deputy Editor to join the team. This is a unique opportunity to work on the exciting new projects ELLE has lined up for 2010. The successful candidate will support and direct an award-winning editorial team and play a central role in developing new ideas.
Reporting to Editor in Chief Lorraine Candy, the successful candidate must be a creative and strategic journalist with excellent people skills and must have a healthy respect for ELLE readers’ obsession with fashion.
If you have extensive experience in a similar role on a magazine or newspaper, please send your CV and five features ideas to HR@hf-uk.com restating the job title in the subject line.

Gorkana, Manager - UK Sales

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Job Description:
Job title: Manager, UK Sales
Location: Covent Garden, London

The Role:
This is a great opportunity to join an established and exciting company with huge ambition. Gorkana is already widely acknowledged by journalists and PRs as the most innovative provider of media data for the PR industry and, in just five years, has established itself as a significant brand in the PR world. We are looking for an experienced Sales person who can join our UK Sales team and play a significant role in supporting our aim to become the market leader within the PR industry. Your primary duties as Sales Manager are to develop a strategy to identify prospects and follow up marketing generated leads; prepare and carry out customer focused pitches and consistently deliver on monthly revenue targets. At Gorkana, we believe in a consultative selling approach and we work with potential PR clients to understand their business needs and identify ways that Gorkana’s range of products and services can support them.

Responsibilities:
• Help drive new business by proactively identifying new business targets across a range of sectors
• Handle incoming calls/emails from potential clients and pre-qualify their needs
• Prepare and deliver customer focused pitches
• Meet and exceed individual monthly sales targets

Requirements:
• Proven Sales Experience
• Proven ability to develop effective pitches and win new business
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Goal orientated, self-motivated individual who is confident, thorough and tenacious
• Able to work independently but within a team environment
• Prior knowledge of the PR industry, and existing products would be a distinct advantage.
Salary negotiable, bonus scheme and excellent benefits package offered.

Please apply with a covering letter and CV to Lucy Croysdill, HR Manager lcroysdill@gorkana.com by Friday 12th March 2010.

Gorkana, Media Assistant - two-year fixed term contract

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Job Description:
Job title: Media Assistant (two-year fixed term contract)
Location: Covent Garden, London

The Role:
This is a great opportunity to join an established and exciting company with huge ambition. Gorkana is already widely acknowledged by journalists and PRs as the most innovative provider of media data for the PR industry and, in just five years, has established itself as a significant brand in the PR world. We are looking for a talented individual with excellent attention to detail, ideally with previous experience of the PR industry and/or a media-related qualification, to join our Media team. You will be part of a team responsible for maintaining the accuracy and detail of the Gorkana database. Reporting to your team leader, a Senior Media Executive, you will work to produce team results and meet deadlines. This is an excellent stepping stone to a career in the media sector. This role is a two-year year fixed term contract, where you will receive on the job training to build your knowledge and understanding of the media sector. There is no guarantee of a permanent role at the end of this contract.

Responsibilities:
• Identify and research PR opportunities in the media, to be used by Gorkana clients
• Build relationships with editorial staff and verify information for allocated newspapers and publications through telephone contact and meetings

• Help to support our PR clients across all sectors and various levels, by answering queries including via email, telephone and through client training

Requirements:
• Interest and knowledge of the media industry
• Data driven
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literate (MS Office)
• IT literate ideally with some IT help desk experience or ability to trouble shoot
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all work
• Ability to conduct productive research via internet and telephone
Please apply with a covering letter and CV to Lucy Croysdill, HR Manager lcroysdill@gorkana.com by Friday March 12, 2010.

ELLE, Features Director

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

ELLE, the world’s biggest-selling fashion magazine, is looking for a talented Features Director to join the team. This is a unique opportunity to work on the exciting new projects ELLE has lined up for 2010 and the successful candidate will play a central role in developing new ideas and sections of the magazine.
Do you have an eye for a great story and the best way to make it work for ELLE? Can you spot a trend in the making? Is your contacts book crammed with brilliant writers? Do you know what ELLE readers find intelligent, stylish, compelling and funny?
If you have extensive experience in a similar role on a magazine or newspaper features desk, please send your CV, and five features ideas to HR@hf-uk.com restating the job title in the subject line.

Thomson Reuters, Trade Correspondent - Brussels

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Brussels is looking for an experienced and go-getting reporter to cover trade at the European Union, the world’s largest trading bloc representing 27 countries and 500,000 people. This is one of the main areas underpinning the EU’s place in the world and its trade performance will help determine whether it can match the rise of emerging powers such as China .
The correspondent will not only be able to spot and break news in complicated and sometimes long-running trade negotiations and disputes, but will be able to understand and write clearly about the politics involved because this is an area where Europe can exert its economic muscle and use its political leverage.
The successful candidate will have a proven record in building contacts and breaking news in a competitive environment. He or she will lead the trade file from Brussels and will work closely with correspondents covering trade in Washington and at the World Trade Organisation in Geneva , taking part in regular planning calls.
The trade correspondent will also work closely with the rest of the Brussels bureau, particularly the reporters covering the environment, commodities and energy; areas in which we wish to step up coverage. These correspondents will form a team that will write and contribute to global stories and packages as well as covering the everyday EU beats.
The trade correspondent will also cooperate closely, when required, with the external policy and macroeconomic correspondents. He or she will also do some evening and weekend shifts and must be a strong all-rounder and team player, able to write quickly and authoritatively across the asset classes for experts as well as for a broader audience and ready to cover whatever arises at the EU. We are looking for a fast snapper of urgent news, a persistent doorstepper and a fine writer.

Required skills and experience
- A strong track record of breaking news and developing sources
- A versatile reporter who can write across asset classes
- Strong news judgement and an awareness of the needs of our core customers
- Experience of covering trade and EU affairs an advantage
- Excellent written English
- Good knowledge of French or another European language is an advantage
- An ability to work well under pressure
- A good team player

Reference : NEW00001245

Dow Jones Newswires, Copy Editor

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Dow Jones Newswires is looking for a copy editor for the Market Talk editing desk in London. The successful candidate will edit Market Talk items on all asset classes from around the European region as part of a four-strong editing team. The position requires first-class copy-editing skills, excellent communication skills and strong news judgment. Candidates should be familiar with financial markets and capable of working well under pressure.

Please apply via our careerspage, with job number 000100497.

https://dowjones.taleo.net/careersection/djexternal/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

Energy Risk, Editor - Maternity Cover

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Description
Energy Risk, the leading magazine for energy traders and risk management professionals, is looking for an experienced Editor to cover maternity leave of between six months and one year.
This involves taking on full editorial responsibility for the magazine, on-line content and events. Experience as an editor for a B2B publication and good knowledge of derivatives is essential. The successful candidate should have a proven track record in breaking news, and developing and writing features. He or she will be required to quickly develop industry contacts at the most senior level. The role will involve editing the work of four experienced journalists, carrying out all planning and administration involved with putting a monthly magazine together, and liaising with the publisher and sales team on commercial projects. The Editor is due to leave around mid-June, but ideally the position would start in April to give a hand over period.

Link to apply is below

unquote”, Reporter

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

unquote” is looking for a confident, competent and ambitious reporter with language skills to work as part of the unquote” team. The role involves carrying out detailed research into the venture capital and private equity market across Europe by direct contact via the telephone, internet, meetings and conferences. Duties include, maintaining the unquote” website, providing daily news stories and in-depth transaction coverage, as well as working closely with other team members. You will be required to coordinate and write occasional analyses and features, adhering to deadlines at all times. You’ll be expected to familiarise yourself with the market, and establish and maintain relationships with relevant industry contacts.
Ideally you will hold a degree with an excellent academic and research record as well as have an interest in financial and business sectors. Additionally, excellent research skills are essential as you are expected to extract data directly from investment executives as well as from published, on-line and other external sources. You will also be able to communicate confidently on the telephone, in meetings and at conferences.

Link to apply is below:

unquote”, Online Editor

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

The market-leading unquote" titles have been delivering fully-validated private equity information and news to the European markets for nearly twenty years, and are widely regarded as an essential industry work tool. Unquote.com offers a daily news service, with fully-searchable news and analyses, a deals and funds archive, a forum for industry views, rich media content and a host of other services. The new site brings together the six European unquote" regions (UK, Benelux, DACH, France, Nordic and Southern Europe), as well as Private Equity Europe providing you with all the business intelligence you need to stay one step ahead of the competition. Our readers, who cover the entire private equity spectrum, rely on unquote" to provide them with validated data, commentary and analysis to help them make the right decision for their business.
The Online Editor will be responsible for managing and editing all online content generated by reporters ensuring appropriate images, categories and tags are applied, write daily analysis pieces on the private equity market for online and print publication, carry out detailed research into the venture capital and private equity market in Europe by direct contact via primary and secondary research, as well as all the responsibilities that go with managing a team of reporters.
This is ideally suited to some who has experience in online content management/generation and has the flexibility – to cope in a fast-growing, ever-changing environment, which could mean having to adapt quickly to a new role. Previous experience within B2B web publishing company would be beneficial.
Link to apply is below

Inquirer, News Editor

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

The Inquirer is a technology news and reviews site, which focuses on keeping its readers up-to-date on the latest cutting edge technology, from chips and operating systems through to laptops and storage kit. Inquirer readers are highly technical and work as technology professionals at a developer, system administrator or workgroup manager level.
The Inquirer has a hugely loyal audience, with more than 1 million unique visitors, 2.3 million visits and 5 million page views per month.
The Inquirer is seeking a News Editor to take a key role on the UK's leading site for technology professionals, with more than 1 million unique visitors and 5 million page views per month. Based in Incisive Media’s Soho office, the News Editor will take on responsibility for the news content of the Inquirer on a day-to-day basis, ensuring the right content is being covered by the site for its highly technical audience. A key part of the role will be managing the news output of the Inquirer freelancers, along with commissioning and editing articles. The News Editor will also produce original technical news reports for the Inquirer, so established relationships with senior technology industry contacts are a must. The role would suit an existing news or section editor on a technology publication, or an experienced senior technology writer looking to make the next step in their career.
The ideal candidate will have a high level of technical understanding, a strong news sense, and excellent writing ability. They will have the confidence to help manage a team of freelancers, and will already have established relationships with senior technology industry contacts.
Key responsibilities include; producing technical news content for the web site, managing the news output of the freelance writing team, following developments in the IT industry, interviewing and building relationships with senior IT influencers.
Skills and experience required; journalism experience on a technology publication, technical expertise, ability to help manage a team of freelancers, and willingness to attend events, meetings and conferences in the UK and abroad

Link to apply is below

FX Week, Reporter

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Published since 1990, FX Week is the only magazine to deliver the latest insider news in the fast-changing business of foreign exchange and money markets. FX Week's expert analysis provides information on the powerful forces that are making the markets tick and events that are shaping the FX industry globally. A Reporter is now required to join the team in London to see the magazine through its next phase of rapid growth.
The successful candidate will be driven by the desire to break agenda setting news stories and quickly establish a solid contact base. International travel is expected. The candidate should have a good degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent with experience covering financial markets. Qualifications in finance/business and experience writing to a weekly deadline are an advantage.
Link to apply is below:

Mortgage Solutions, Reporter

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Established in 1999, Mortgage Solutions delivers the latest news, features and analysis to the UK mortgage broking community. A reporter is now needed to join the London team to bolster this leading brand and help its development in this rapidly-changing market.
Mortgage Solutions is a leading light in the mortgage events arena, and the chosen candidate will be expected to cover roadshows, senates and awards throughout the UK.
The role involves turning news stories around at very short notice and establishing a solid contact base. The candidate should have a good degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent experience. Qualifications in finance/business and experience of news writing are an advantage.
Opportunities also exist for the candidate to contribute to consumer magazine and website Your Mortgage and yourmortgage.co.uk.

Please apply via the following e-mail addresses or follow the link below:

paula.john@incisivemedia.com
barney.mccarthy@incisivemedia.com

GMC, Editor

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

If you’re an experienced journalist and editor, the GMC can offer you the ideal home for your talents to thrive. We’re the UK’s medical regulator. It’s our purpose to protect, promote and maintain the highest standards of medical practice. This is your chance to bring your considerable skills to bear on this challenging role as you edit our bi-monthly magazine, GMCtoday and help produce well-presented publications.
Working alongside senior staff from across our organisation, you’ll devise a solid editorial strategy while generating, writing and editing engaging stories for your readers. There’s never been a more exciting time to join us as communication is a rapidly evolving area of our work. As well as cultivating a range of internal news sources, we’ll look to you to take the lead on all things editorial, including creating feature ideas and managing our design and production staff, as well as supporting our web team in migrating our readers online.
Your biggest challenge will be to bring regulatory issues to life for doctors. With this in mind, you’ll need to combine a nose for news with a genuine understanding of your readership. For this, ideally, we’ll be looking for a background in healthcare journalism or a similar in-house role. We will also expect you to bring impressive all-round communication skills. Strong team management and development skills are essential and if you have a background in magazine design, print and distribution besides, so much the better.
In addition to an excellent salary, you can also look forward to a relaxed, friendly work environment and a range of benefits including final salary pension scheme, health screens and private medical insurance, not to mention an employee assistance programme for you and immediate family members, and a childcare voucher scheme.
To find out more and apply, please visit jobs.gmc-uk.org

£38,000 - £49,900 + excellent benefits
Central London

CNBC, Broadcast Journalist – Assistant Producer

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Responsibilities:
• Assisting in the production of live CNBC broadcasts from our headquarters in the City of London
• Building live show rundowns
• Assisting in the control room/gallery
• Producing breaking market news and write breaking headlines to tight deadlines
• Writing scripts and succinct graphics
• Booking and segment-producing guests
• Cutting and editing news video, interviews and packages
• Researching topics and summarize findings for producers & presenters
• Suggesting story ideas and contribute to CNBC editorial output

This job description is not exhaustive and the post holder will be required to carry out any other tasks as requested and within capabilities

Requirements:
• Relevant university degree strongly preferred
• Experience in the production of live television or financial journalism
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of European business and economic news
• A clear understanding of CNBC’s editorial and programming priorities
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize a wide range of tasks coupled with the ability to operate under tight deadlines efficiently & accurately
• Good attention to detail
• Knowledge of how to use Reuters, Dow Jones and other news sources for research
• Ability to work well in a team

Across the EMEA region, CNBC is available to 110 million households and is Europe’s fastest growing news channel. CNBC broadcasts seven hours of live programming on the EMEA markets every business day from its TV studios based in the City of London.

Reporting to: Executive Producer
Location: London

Please apply using the following job number: 1155023

CNBC, Broadcast Journalist – News Assistant

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Responsibilities:
• Working with a team in the production of live CNBC broadcasts from our headquarters in the City of London
• Cutting and editing news video, interviews and packages
• Writing scripts
• Assisting in the control room/gallery
• Booking and segment-producing guests
• Building and ordering graphics

This job description is not exhaustive and the post holder will be required to carry out any other tasks as requested and within capabilities

Requirements:
• Relevant university degree preferred
• Demonstrated news or financial experience
• Good knowledge and interest in European business and economic news
• Familiarity with CNBC’s editorial and programming priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team in a breaking news environment
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to work well in a team
• Fluency in European languages a strong asset

Across the EMEA region, CNBC is available to 110 million households and is Europe’s fastest growing news channel. CNBC broadcasts seven hours of live programming on the EMEA markets every business day from its TV studios based in the City of London.

Please apply using the following job number: 1155027

Reporting to: Executive Producer
Location: London

CNBC, Broadcast Journalist – Producer

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Responsibilities:
• Leading in the production of live CNBC broadcasts from our headquarters in the City of London
• Identifying and pitching key stories and editorial themes
• Producing polished and professional newscasts in a breaking news environment
• Building live show rundowns
• Leading the control room/gallery
• Writing and editing scripts and succinct graphics
• Directing the booking and segment-producing of guests
• Researching topics and summarizing findings for producers & presenters
• Liaising with news editors and producers to help drive CNBC editorial planning and priorities

This job description is not exhaustive and the post holder will be required to carry out any other tasks as requested and within capabilities

Requirements:
• Relevant university degree required
• Demonstrated experience in a live television news environment
• Control room/gallery experience
• Excellent knowledge of European business, political and economic news
• A clear understanding of CNBC’s editorial and programming priorities
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize a wide range of tasks coupled with the ability to operate under tight deadlines efficiently & accurately
• Experience managing teams

Across the EMEA region, CNBC is available to 110 million households and is Europe’s fastest growing news channel. CNBC broadcasts seven hours of live programming on the EMEA markets every business day from its TV studios based in the City of London

Please apply using trhe following job number: 1155029

Reporting to: Executive Producer
Location: London

Weight Watchers magazine, Intern

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Weight Watchers magazine is offering a 3-month art internship starting from mid March.
Based at our friendly office in the heart of Covent Garden, this is a great opportunity to learn more about what is involved in designing magazines and how they run.
This role would be ideal for someone who has just graduated with a BA or HND in design. Some knowledge of InDesign would be great but is not essential. Candidates should be organised, efficient, creative and, most of all, be passionate about magazines.
Your duties will be diverse, and will include planning and helping out at photo shoots, collecting tear sheets, taking photographs in our in house studio, calling in props and assisting with the general day to day running of the art department. There will also be an opportunity to design the occasional page of the magazine.
This role offers plenty of opportunities to gain experience and we will cover all travel expenses. The internship is a fantastic chance to add to your CV and gain experience on a consumer title.
To apply, send a CV, covering letter and samples of work to hpeters@riverltd.co.uk
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Custom PC and bit-tech, Staff Writer

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

We are currently looking to hire a Staff Writer to research and write articles for both Custom PC and bit-tech. In this position you will be contributing a wide range of article types, including news, reviews, features and blog posts, so a flexible, creative approach is important. As well as plenty of writing talent, we’re looking for someone who has demonstrated the ability to work well under pressure, as hitting deadlines is key to succeeding in the role.
This is a junior position, so while previous experience of journalism is an advantage, it is not a requirement for applicants. What is required is a love for PC hardware, modding, as well as gaming and broader digital technology. Although this is a junior role, it is one with plenty of scope for development, so initiative, ideas and a proactive approach to work will be rewarded. A desire to learn more about both computer technology and consumer journalism is a must.
The role is full-time, based at Dennis Publishing in the heart of London’s West End and offers an excellent remuneration and benefits package, along with fantastic opportunity for career progression.
To apply, please email your CV, a 500-word review of your own PC or one of its key components in the Custom PC and bit-tech style, along with covering letter explaining why you’re the best person for the job to Alex Watson, Group Editor: alex@custompc.co.uk

Closing date: 22nd March 2010

Candis magazine, Sub Editor

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Candis, Britain’s seventh biggest selling women’s magazine, is looking for a talented sub editor to join its team. The successful candidate should be educated to degree standard with at least one year’s magazine sub-editing experience or have completed a post-graduate NCTJ-accredited course.
A keen eye for accuracy and the ability to work to tight deadlines are essential. As well as subbing and fitting copy, the candidate will also write and oversee the approval process of promotional copy (competitions, travel offers, subscription and other reader offers). They will also compile and write the Best of the month section that includes film and TV reviews and liaise with book publishers to manage the book review pages each month.
This is a full-time, demanding role for a sub editor keen to break into the women’s magazine publishing industry. If you’d like to join our friendly team based in the north-west, please send your CV with a covering letter to Anita Comerford at anita@candis.co.uk by 15 March 2010.

Moody's Investors Service, Financial Writer

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

The Company
Moody's Investors Service is a leading provider of credit ratings, research, and risk analysis. Moody’s commitment and expertise contributes to transparent and integrated financial markets, protecting the integrity of credit. The firm's ratings and analysis track debt covering more than 100 sovereign nations, 11,000 corporate issuers, 26,000 public finance issuers, and 110,000 structured finance obligations.
Moody's also publishes credit opinions, research and commentary, serving more than 8,700 customer accounts worldwide. Moody's Investors Service is a subsidiary of Moody's Corporation (NYSE: MCO), which reported revenue of $1.8 billion in 2008, employs approximately 3,900 people worldwide and maintains a presence in 29 countries. Additional information about the company is available at www.moodys.com.

The Role
To write credit research reports in English on financial institutions and systems across Europe, Middle East and Africa.

Key Responsibilities
Working alongside analysts, the Financial Writer will draft credit research reports on individual issuers and on banking sectors based on:
• internal and publicly available data;
• interaction and discussion with analysts and attendance at rating committees and portfolio reviews;
• liaising with analytical support staff to compile financial data using annual reports;
• seeking appropriate feedback and sign-off from analysts and TMDs.

Qualifications
• A relevant university degree, such as economics, business or finance
• Candidates from academia with relevant experience will also be considered.

Experience
• Substantial experience in journalism, reporting and editing within a reputable news or research organisation
• Candidates must have a strong understanding of capital markets, and the corporate markets in particular.
• Knowledge of one or more European languages would be an advantage, but are not a requirement.

Key Skills - Technical
• Well developed IT skills including Email, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong writing skills

Non-technical skills
• Ability to build strong professional relationships at all levels
• Ability to ensure ongoing self development
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organised and efficient
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Work using own initiative and without close supervision
• Good written and verbal communication skills

This job description is issued as a guideline to assist you in your duties, it is not exhaustive and we would be pleased to discuss any constructive comments you may have. Because of the evolving nature and changing demands of our business this job description may be subject to change. You may, on occasions, be required to undertake additional or other duties within the context of this job description, and according to the needs of the business.

DEPARTMENT EMEA - Corporate Finance Group
LOCATION - London
REPORTING TO - Group Managing Director
SALARY AND BENEFITS - Competitive base salary
Contributory pension, 25 days holiday plus 2 company days (increasing with length of service), life assurance, long-term disability benefit, medical insurance, season ticket loan, stock purchase plan.

dealReporter, Investigative Financial Journalist

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

dealReporter has a vacancy for a financial journalist who thrives on investigative reporting.
The role is with a fast paced news service publishing real time investigative scoops on large cap corporates.
The right candidate will enjoy taking on intellectual challenges and live for breaking market moving stories.
dealReporter’s team of multi-lingual journalists focus on beating the competition to high profile M&A deals and corporate events as well as providing detailed analysis on the financial health of European large-cap corporates.
The role is based in our newsroom in London and is solely focused on off diary reporting. The right candidate will be as happy devising and corroborating a story independently as working with a team of sector specialists to stack up a hypothesis on a company.
Candidates should have experience in financial journalism and should find making new sources and picking up technical information easy. A contact book of M&A or lending sources would be a huge advantage and European languages would be a plus.
dealReporter is a part of the Financial Times group. dealReporter is a fast paced news service for the hedge funds, prop desks, fixed income investors and ECM desks.
To apply please send your CV to careers@mergermarket.com
The Mergermarket Group is fully committed to a policy of non-discrimination and to promoting equality of opportunity in employment on grounds of merit, experience, skills and aptitude in order to maximise the full potential of both existing and prospective employees

Future Publishing, Group Publisher - Film Portfolio

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

About The Role
Would you like to work as Group Publisher on high profile titles such as Total Film for the UK’s largest film magazine publisher?
As Group Publisher for our Film titles you will work with a strong portfolio of magazines and websites that are ready for their next stage of development. You’ll drive the commercial performance, define the strategy and work closely with circulation, marketing, editorial and advertising teams to create commercial advantage for your portfolio.
You’ll have previous experience of a publishing role within the lifestyle or specialist media market. With experience of both print and online you will be highly commercial and expert at developing and maintaining key relationships. With a track record that demonstrates success you will thrive on variety and making things happen.

What We Can Offer You
In addition to a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and comprehensive training programmes this is a fantastic opportunity to work in an exciting industry, travel internationally to film events and build relationships within the film industry.

About Us
Future is the UK’s leading film magazine publisher with a strong portfolio of magazines, specials, events and websites. We produce over 4.5 million magazines a month and generate over 6 million monthly page impressions across our web properties. Total Film is the flagship brand in a group of titles that includes, DVD & Blu-ray Review and SFX. Under the banner Future First for Film Future is in a unique position delivering multi-platform campaigns to influential film fans throughout the full product lifecycle of a film, from early buzz thorough to DVD release.

How To Apply
For more information, a full job description and to apply visit our website futurenet.com/jobs

Publishing - Film Portfolio
Area London
Employment Type Full time
Ref No FUTU-956

GQ, Commissioning Editor

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Britain’s leading men’s title has a vacancy for a new member of its features team. This is a demanding job. It includes editing Details, GQ’s front section, as well as writing, commissioning, budgeting and administrative tasks, representing GQ outside the office, and supporting the other members of the features team in their work.
The position requires a detailed knowledge of and passionate engagement with the arts, pop culture, sport, food, travel, fashion, technology, celebrity, media, politics and current affairs. It requires a journalist with talent, drive, personality, experience, great contacts and a cool head.

Applications in writing to recruitment@condenast.co.uk

Junior, Assistant Editor

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Junior, the world’s finest parenting magazine, is looking for a brilliant all-rounder to join its small but dedicated team. The successful candidate will be bursting with intelligent and quirky feature ideas and able to transform humdrum copy into scintillating reads, as well as being highly organized and meticulous to detail.
You’ll also be passionate about the subject matter, possess strong visual flair and demonstrate a real enthusiasm for glossy magazines.
This position may be part-time. If you’d like to join our friendly team at our offices in Islington, tell us why and send your CV to catherine.odolan@magicalia.com by 12th March 2010.

Magicalia, Intern - Website Product Reviews

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Our market-leading community product review systems need a massive tidyup – are you the bright spark who can do it? We have thousands of editor and reader reviews across our cycling, hiking and golf sites, and we need help to bring the great stuff to the surface.
You’d work closely with the editors in culling dead products, adding new ones, and making the whole reviews systems shine.
Ideally you’ll be hyper-organised, not scared of spreadsheets, interested in making great websites even better, and maybe even like the subject matter.
In return, you’ll see the fruits of your labours visible to over 750,000 users and we’ll teach you all about what goes on under the bonnet at one of the UK’s best specialist digital publishers. This is a voluntary position with travel expenses paid. If you're interested in applying for this position, please send your CV and covering letter explaining why you're suitable to sean.fishpool@magicalia.com by 12th March 2010

Sideways News, Internship - Editorial Assistant

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Sideways News is a start-up media business that focuses on “action-based news”. We aim to provide fresh perspectives on the things that matter – thoughtful, inspiring, stimulating news and views that encourage a search for solutions – and don’t just highlight the problems – to some of today’s big issues. Our website www.sidewaysnews.com launched in June 2009 and we’re now looking for a keen intern to help us run the site. In return we offer a great learning experience.

Duties include:
- Assisting the editorial team with ad hoc site editorial duties
- Responsible for implementing guerrilla marketing strategy (including incoming links, forum mentions etc)
- Sourcing competition prizes and implementing competitions
- Content diary research and planning
- Affiliate partner optimisation
- Community growth - assisting Community Manager
- Developing PR contacts

Timescale: at least 2 months
Start dates: Immediate
Remuneration: we cover travel expenses (within the London area) and lunch expenses.

Qualities required:
Internet savvy, ideally graduate. Strong writing style and editorial sense with ability to demonstrate this. Enthusiastic and hardworking. Able to come to the Hub at least 1x per week. The Hub (http://kingscross.the-hub.net) is a working space in Kings Cross, London for small businesses, start ups and entrepreneurs with a social conscience and green leanings.

Application:
To apply for this role send your CV to editorial@sidewaysnews.com with a short note describing your interest in the position and suitability for the job. (Please show “Sideways intern 2010 – Gorkana” in the subject line). The closing date for applications is Monday 8thMarch 2010 or as soon as a suitable candidate is found. We aim to hold interviews with the top 3 applicants.

The Erotic Review, Intern

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

A high-brow erotic magazine is looking for an pr intern. Erotic Review is a unique magazine about the erotic lifestyle and has featured contributors as diverse as Sarah Waters, Sebastian Horsley and Boris Johnson as well as famous photographers and illustrators. It is currently expanding and collecting a younger readership. Advertising is part of the new growth scheme and we are looking for an intern who would like to take the initiative in this direction.
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, motivated and creative.
The role requires working out advertising strategies. Liaising with journalists and potential advertisers, writing and thinking creatively, amongst other things.
The right applicant will have the opportunity to carve out a successful role for themselves. They should be ambitious, fearless and extremely self-sufficient.
The ER office is a fun and creative environment to thrive in and will provide the perfect testing ground for a driven intern.
This is an 8 week internship based in Kensington Olympia.
This is an unpaid internship.
Applicants should send an email with a short CV and the reasons they would like to work at ER to:
production@eroticprints.org

and put 'INTERN PR APPLICATION' in caps in the subject box.

Asia Risk, Staff Writer

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Incisive Media is one of the world's fastest growing business-to-business information providers, serving the financial and professional services markets globally. The group delivers key information to defined target audiences across a variety of platforms, including magazines, conferences and exhibitions, websites, newsletters and databases.
We are expanding operations in Asia and are seeking the following candidate who has the desire to excel and achieve excellence with us in our Hong Kong office.

Staff Writer, Asia Risk
Asia Risk magazine is the leading monthly magazine covering the multi-trillion-dollar financial derivatives and risk management industries in the Asia-Pacific region. We are seeking a highly motivated individual for the role of Staff Writer. The role will require the successful candidate to write groundbreaking features for the monthly Asia Risk magazine, as well as producing online news stories and profiles for Asia Risk’s websites and electronic news alerts. Candidates should have a good university degree, preferably in mathematics, physics or economics, as well as excellent research, analytical and English-language writing skills. They should also be comfortable communicating with senior bankers, regulators, sovereign wealth funds, asset managers, corporates and hedge fund managers across the region, and have a demonstrable ability to hit deadlines. Local language ability and prior business journalism experience, preferably covering financial markets, will be an advantage. Travel will also be expected.
Please send a cover letter and CV, including current salary to:
HR Manager, 20/F, Tower 2 Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Hong Kong or alternatively email to hr.hk@incisivemedia.com
www.asiarisk.com.hk
www.incisivemedia.com

Eastern Eye, Junior Reporter

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

EASTERN EYE, Britain's best known and most respected Asian paper, is looking for a dynamic, talented and hardworking junior reporter to join its news reporting team. Ideally, you will have some experience, perhaps six months or a year, on a daily or weekly newspaper.
It would help if you have some level of formal journalistic training and be ready for what is a challenging, stimulating and hugely enjoyable role for the right person. You must have some experience of sourcing and writing news and have a good nose for a story. We are a small but dedicated team and you would assume a high level of responsibility quite quickly.
Here's your chance to make a name for yourself on one of the country's leading Asian newspaper and website brands. Some familiarity and understanding of Britain's many Asian communities would be an asset.
Excited by the opportunity? Think you can do a great job? Write or email with three examples of your best work to:
Sailesh Ram, editor Eastern Eye, 1 Silex Street, London SE1 0DW, or sailesh.ram@amg.biz (marking Eastern Eye position in the subject line).

Reuters, Softs Correspondent

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Reuters is looking for a self-starting, enthusiastic correspondent willing to cover the booming softs markets (cocoa, sugar and coffee) to work as part of a London-based team. The successful applicant will have experience of commodity markets, will be a fluent writer and as at ease in talking to market traders as to CEOs.
The reporter would be capable of building and cultivating sources in opaque markets, and be able to break news and write the story clearly for a global cross-asset audience. He or she will need the agility to react quickly to unexpected news, to spot major stories and the development of trends and to write trend-setting analyses. The position requires a strong team player who can work with other correspondents to ensure comprehensive and competitive coverage and will require backing up on agricultural markets. The successful candidate would also need to take part in multi-media projects including appearances on Reuters television.
The job will entail daily reporting on physical and futures markets and developing initiative stories by talking to traders and other contacts. The prime focus will be UK-based markets but the successful candidate would also work closely with correspondents in other parts of EMEA, the Americas and Asia to break news with a global impact and work on cross-asset analyses. The job would involve developing contacts throughout the supply chain, including industry organisations and government officials; winning timings in an increasingly competitive market and developing expert knowledge across the spectrum. Experience of covering markets, understanding milestones and use of graphics and excel would be an advantage.

Qualifications:
• Minimum 3-5 years journalism experience
• experience covering softs/agricultural markets
• understanding of links between soft commodities and the broader file
• high standards of accuracy
• track record of breaking news and building contacts
• strong writing skills
• awareness of clients’ news needs
• strong news judgement
• good team skills

Please apply via the address below:

Reuters, Senior Sub Editor - Commodities & Energy

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

The London Commodities and Energy Desk is looking for an experienced and highly motivated senior sub editor to be part of a seven-strong desking operation.
Investors appetite for commodities and energy has never been higher and the desk is an essential part of our drive to tell the story for our growing number of clients. From gold to oil, climate change and power and gas the commodities and energy file offers plenty of variety with an opportunity to help shape stories and assist reporters writing on the key themes like food and energy security.
This post will also require the successful applicant to be ready to write and take part in multi-media projects. Being part of the desk also offers a great opportunity to sharpen broad news editing skills by offering advice and guidance on story direction in collaboration with editors.The desk operates a variety of shifts covering EMEA C&E between 0700 and 1900, with occasional Saturdays.

Skills
Sub edit and file copy ensuring high standards of accuracy and speed to help us win the top stories.
Knowledge or willingness to learn use editing systems to maintain our lead over the competition.
Liaise with reporters to ensure a flow of good quality copy and that major stories are treated appropriately.
Maintain a watch on the competition to ensure we keep our leading edge.
Spot market trends that can be developed into story ideas or themes for reporters to chase.
Willingness to drive news innovation and financial multimedia, manage automation and technology.
Ensure our daily flagship market reports are insightful for the core trading audience.
Excel, graphics and news packaging knowhow

Reuters, Editor - Oil Community

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Reuters is looking for an enthusiastic, enterprising and engaging journalist for the new role of Community Editor for the Oil market, to be at the forefront of our efforts to put Thomson Reuters at the heart of the markets we cover. Using a range of traditional and social media to make our communities the go-to source for sophisticated, focused and compelling news, commentary and debate, the Community Editor will work with reporters and editors to produce content for existing Reuters Messenger chatrooms, including text, charts and graphics to complement the core news file.
As we expand the chatrooms into a suite of full-featured commodity-oriented community sites for premium customers, the editor will will be expected to foster new initiatives and create new tools to keep customers engaged, including original content, polls, discussion, personnel changes, etc.
The Community Editor will need to wear many hats. S/he will need to champion the chatroom with our clients, working very closely, particularly in the early stages, with business development colleagues to raise visibility and encourage participation. The ideal Community Editor will have the skills, or the ability to develop the skills, of a journalist, a community builder, a data analyst and a graphics editor. He or she will already have an in-depth knowledge of the oil market. And while the largest part of the editor's focus will be on producing content and fostering discussion within the community, s/he should also make regular appearances on the core news file, producing insightful analysis and potentially breaking news and views from out of the community itself. This is an opportunity to take the lead on an initiative pioneered in the carbon markets and since developed across other niche communities that will ultimately revolutionise our reporting, making story-telling a two-way process.

Skills: Experience as a reporter covering the oil market
Contact list or ability to build contacts in the energy market
Understanding of social media content requirements for Thomson Reuters professional clients
Sense of appropriate use of social media in the context of Thomson Reuters client needs
Experience generating content using Thomson Reuters tools or ability to learn
Excel experience to handle external data or ability to learn
Experience using graphics software or ability to learn

Reuters, Editor, Community Editor - Precious Metals

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Reuters is looking for an enthusiastic, enterprising and engaging journalist for the new role of Community Editor for the Precious Metals markets, to be at the forefront of our efforts to put Thomson Reuters at the heart of the markets we cover.
Using a range of traditional and social media to make our communities the go-to source for sophisticated, focused and compelling news, commentary and debate, the Community Editor will work with reporters and editors to produce content for existing Reuters Messenger chatrooms, including text, charts and graphics to complement the core news file. As we expand the chatrooms into a suite of full-featured commodity-oriented community sites for premium customers, the editor will will be expected to foster new initiatives and create new tools to keep customers engaged, including original content, polls, discussion, personnel changes, etc.
The Community Editor will need to wear many hats. S/he will need to champion the chatroom with our clients, working very closely, particularly in the early stages, with business development colleagues to raise visibility and encourage participation. The ideal Community Editor will have the skills, or the ability to develop the skills, of a journalist, a community builder, a data analyst and a graphics editor. He or she will already have an in-depth knowledge of the precious metals markets. And while the largest part of the editor's focus will be on producing content and fostering discussion within the community, s/he should also make regular appearances on the core news file, producing insightful analysis and potentially breaking news and views from out of the community itself. This is an opportunity to take the lead on an initiative pioneered in the carbon markets and since developed across other niche communities that will ultimately revolutionise our reporting, making story-telling a two-way process.

Skills:

Experience as a reporter covering the precious metals markets
Contact list or ability to build contacts in the precious metals markets
Understanding of social media content requirements for Thomson Reuters professional clients
Sense of appropriate use of social media in the context of Thomson Reuters client needs
Experience generating content using Thomson Reuters tools or ability to learn
Excel experience to handle external data or ability to learn
Experience using graphics software or ability to learn

Insurance Times and Global Reinsurance, Group Finance Editor

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Insurance Times and Global Reinsurance are looking for a senior journalist with proven experience to join in the key new role of group finance editor at this exciting time in their development.
The leading weekly magazine for the UK insurance industry, and its sister title, the recently relaunched monthly for the global reinsurance market, and their associated websites, offer a wealth of exciting opportunities for the right candidate. The successful candidate will work across both titles, playing a pivotal role in the team by providing expert and detailed financial knowledge and analysis.
The group finance editor will cover on diary results for brokers, insurers and reinsurers across the UK and the world – but will add extra value by delving deep into financial reports and getting behind the numbers. They will provide high impact news and features across both magazines and websites. They will also develop a network of contacts and build a deep understanding of the macro-economic trends that drive the insurance and reinsurance industries.
The successful candidate will be a senior member of the editorial team and will represent the brands at external events. There will also be opportunities for international travel.

Please send a CV and covering letter to Tom Broughton Editor-in-Chief, Insurance Times and Global Reinsurance to tom.broughton@insurancetimes.co.uk

Dewberry Redpoint, Journalist

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

An exciting opportunity for an experienced journalist to join a B2B and contract publisher specialising in the hospitality and catering industry working across a range of magazines and websites.
We’re looking for someone to fill a newly-created, varied position that will involve reporting and copy-editing duties and could quickly lead to the right candidate taking on the editorship of one of our quarterly titles.
Your Profile:
· Proven reporting experience on a magazine or website with a track record of finding stories
· Readiness to use initiative in copy tasting and following-up stories
· Organised work practices and an ability to multi-task
· Experience of a B2B publishing environment an advantage
This role would suit someone who has already broken into journalism and is looking to move their career to the next stage, gain new experience and take on more responsibility.

Sky.com, Online TV Journalist

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Online TV Journalist - Sky.com - 6 month Fixed term Contract - Brentford-00566
Primary Location : ENGLAND-London
Employee Status : Fixed Term
Schedule : Full-time
Closing Date : 04/Mar/2010
Driven by the passion, energy and entrepreneurial spirit of its people, Sky has grown to become one of the world's largest broadcasters. Entertainment is at the core of what we do, and the way we are reflects this - inviting, tuned-in, irrepressible and fun. Time to put your passion to work?
It's time to join Sky.
Sky's Online Business Unit is responsible for the strategic and operational management of Sky.com and its supporting portfolio of sites. The TV website at Sky is part of the wider online Entertainment offering. It delivers the latest previews and reviews of TV shows, as well as features, news and gossip. The editorial content sits alongside the online enhanced TV listings. The team is looking for a dynamic, creative and fast-paced individual with an in-depth knowledge and passion for television to fill a 6 month maternity cover position as a TV journalist.

Your responsibilities will include:
* Producing daily content for the website. You will work closely with the picture desk to ensure the site is full of fresh, original content of the highest standard. This will include writing fast and accurate copy covering all things television and entertainment.
*The role will mean sourcing and originating the content, as well as publishing it to the site. The content will range in tone and topic and encompass previews, features, reviews, recaps, news stories, picture captions, quizzes and polls.
*The TV journalist will also be expected to conduct interviews and attend press conferences, finding an angle to create content.
*The work will very occasionally mean out of hours coverage, including late nights and weekends.

The ideal candidate will posses:
* Degree level education, ideally NCTJ or equivalent qualifications, including knowledge of media law.
* Demonstrable experience as a journalist in an online environment.
* A strong instinct as to what works for the online TV audience is essential.
* Organisational skills are a must to ensure the prioritising and setting of the day-to-day publishing, as well as forward planning.
* Dedication and enthusiasm not only for the subject but also the development of the site is essential.
* The successful candidate will be able to produce high quality work at speed. They will be capable of multi-tasking, keeping an eye on both daily operational needs simultaneously with the bigger strategic picture.
* An in-depth knowledge of TV is a given. This includes strong contacts within the industry, as well as an encyclopaedic knowledge of television programmes and a genuine passion for keeping up to date with new shows and series.
* Great team working skills and a passion for delivering against targets and strategic goals.
* The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate strong relationship building skills with the wider Sky business.

Based in Brentford, West London. As a valued employee of Sky you will benefit from Free Sky + and broadband, pension, private health care and share save schemes with access to a range of discounts including dental, holidays, mobile phones, magazines and DVDs.
And being the world's first carbon neutral entertainment company, we take pride in our efforts to respect the environment, so we also offer discounts on cycles used for travelling to work, and eco-friendly cars.
What next? To apply for this post or for information on our other opportunities, click onto www.workforsky.com

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Dancing Times Ltd, Production Editor

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Dancing Times Ltd, the publisher of two specialist dance magazines, is looking for a Production Editor to work on both Dancing Times and Dance Today. The role of Production Editor includes the design, layout and overseeing of the preparation for print of both magazines, and contributing to both magazines’ content and quality. The role will also require you to design promotional material for the company. You should be passionate about magazine design, have relevant experience, and be conversant in MAC OS X, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Excel. A knowledge of dance is not essential but would be beneficial. To apply for this position please send your covering letter and CV as well as examples of recent work to jobs@dancing-times.co.uk stating the job title in the subject line.
Application details
Job type: Consumer Magazine
Job role: Production
Job location: United Kingdom – London
Email: jobs@dancing-times.co.uk

Cambridgeshire Agenda magazine, Work Experience

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Cambridgeshire Agenda magazine is offering a month long work experience placement on the magazine in July 2010. The successful candidate will be working alongside the editor on the August issue of the magazine and will be responsible for writing the copy for at least eight pages of the magazine. The role will also involve looking after the day-to-day administration and ensuring everything in the office runs smoothly. This is the ideal position for someone who has done some media-based work experience in the past and now wants to get their name in print and take on further responsibility.
Candidates should be 18+ and have a keen interest in magazine journalism. A high level of literacy and the ability to produce good quality, accurate copy are of course essential. We are looking for someone who is proactive and can take on a task and complete it to a high standard. A good telephone manner is essential, as is an outgoing personality and the confidence to call PRs and local people for information.
The position is based at our office in central Cambridge. A driving licence and car would be ideal but not essential. A travelling allowance will be paid

Start date of placement: Monday, 5 July
End date of placement: Friday, 30 July
Working hours: 9 am – 5.30pm

Please send CV and covering letter to agenda@archant.co.uk

CNET UK, Editorial Opportunities

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Job Purpose:
CNET UK has various editorial opportunities this year and would like to hear from you. Typically, the job will involve writing detailed, accurate and comprehensive reviews and blog posts on all types of consumer electronics products from mobile phones to software, computers, cameras and home cinema equipment to name but a few. It will also involve presenting videos and talking to our users on the CNET UK forums.

Person Specification:
• Strong web-savvy writing and presenting skills, including the ability to write in a variety of styles.
• Interest and knowledge of social media.
• A passion for technology, combined with in-depth knowledge of the subject.
• Understanding of the key information that consumers need to make buying decisions.
• Action-oriented, ability to do accurate work to tight deadlines and cope with a demanding workload.
• Ability to remain organised and focused in a multitasking environment.
• Interest in engaging with users and helping with their tech-related queries.

Education & experience required:
• Educated to degree level, or professional equivalent.
• Ideally will have experience of online technology editorial and hands-on reviewing.

If you’re interested in working for us and feel you will fit the bill, please email your CV with a covering letter stating your salary expectations and examples of past work to ukrecruitment@cbs.com.

ShortList magazine, News Editor

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

ShortList, the award-winning weekly magazine for ‘men with more than one thing on their minds’ is expanding and currently seeking a News Editor. The successful candidate will be an existing section editor or a talented deputy, with a minimum of two years’ experience in commissioning and page craft.
He or she will be responsible for ShortList’s Notebook section and will be expected to generate brilliant ideas, commission writers, edit copy, negotiate exclusives and be a master of tone. An eye-watering contacts book is a must.
As a senior member of the team you will be expected to assist with managing our team of writers and be responsible for bringing the section in on budget every week. You’ll also be expected to work as an ambassador for ShortList, attending launches and social events as required.
ShortList Media has experienced a remarkable two years (and five months!) of growth and this is a brilliant opportunity to play a part in one of the current success stories in British publishing. This role – and company – demands endless enthusiasm, passion and commitment, as well as commercial nous.
To apply please send your CV, a covering letter and three top-drawer ideas for stories that could run in Notebook right now to the Editor, Terri White, at terri.white@shortlist.com. No phone calls please. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Closing date Monday 8th March.

Financial News, Online Reporter

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000+

Financial News is looking for a talented online reporter to join their London team. The reporter will be responsible for researching, sourcing and writing stories and news in briefs for Financial News's website.
The reporter will build a network of quality PR contacts and start to build relations with industry practitioners for exclusive news tips; check press releases and stock exchange announcements and stay on top of wire services. They will be required to carry out research for editorial and to perform tasks that aid the smooth functioning of our digital editorial business.
The reporter will be expected to demonstrate natural writing ability, the ability to learn quickly and a flair for understanding how the financial markets, news and digital publishing work, and be unflappable under pressure. They will have the opportunity to attend briefings, conferences and industry parties.
Please apply via our careerspage,with job number 000100355.

https://dowjones.taleo.net/careersection/djexternal/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

Job Title: Online Reporter
Location: London