Editor

JOBID: 76
Added: 19/05/2022
Truro Cornwall

Editor - £40,000 - £50,000 dependant on experience

Potential for hybrid working 

Leading title at the forefront of the global clean energies transition and a stakeholder in this energy revolution.

If you’re an experienced journalist or editor with a track record in covering B2B or science, this could be an outstanding opportunity for you to progress your career.

Established in July 2019, with the aim to be the must-read service for the ever-growing sector economy globally.

They are committed to exploring a future where hydrogen is a key solution for the global energy transition and provide an unparalleled print and digital offering dedicated to exclusive and value-added content.

The publication’s first print edition was published in September 2019, followed by its second edition in December 2019. In September 2020, the print edition became a monthly product.

Across their channels, first and foremost their portfolio has a huge and ever-growing audience keen to stay up-to-date with all the developments in the sector or to learn all about its role in the energy transition for the first time. Record numbers of readers and viewers continue to be seen across the titles website, webinars and social media channels.

The role

Based in Truro, Cornwall (UK), you will hit the ground running as both a desk editor and a figurehead for the brand, responsible for coordinating and delivering content across the portfolios digital and print platforms.

This position is a great opportunity for an experienced editor or journalist to take up the challenge in B2B publishing – and be at the forefront of the clean energies transition.

It’s also an opportunity to travel and see the world as part of the journey! International travel is a necessity in any normal year for this role and post-Covid, you will be required to attend and report on global events, as they undertake business trips to visit and interview companies all over the world.

Directly reporting to the group's Global Managing Editor, you will be responsible for strategising and overseeing content for the title and a brand champion for the publication globally.

The role of the Editor will involve:

• Planning and managing the content and production of the print magazine
• Regularly uploading content to the website
• Mandatory travel commitments geared around attendance of flagship events and invaluable client site visits (relationship building)
• Generating must-read, value-added content from own research, writing and sourced comments, and contributing to the business’ target to grow its paid-for subscriber base
• Establishing great professional relationships both within the industry and with the Editorial Advisory Board
• Working closely with the publishing and sales teams to maximise the reach – and revenues – of the title
• Contributing to brand event themes and agendas, and playing your part in representing the brand at these events (whether in-person or virtually)
• Not just being the Editor, but being seen as the Editor and a focal point for the brand – from your insightful columns and content to your on-screen presence via our TV platform and as a voice across our popular social media channels.

This is an opportunity to not only be an Editor in a progressive field, but to become an active part of the conversation and the movement in the hydrogen society of today and tomorrow.

Are you the right candidate?

Our client is looking for the following skills from candidates:

• Degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field
• Able to write clear, compelling, and creative copy
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Confident telephone manner and interviewing skills
• Strong proof-reading skills
• Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people
• Effective planning and organising skills; able to concentrate on several areas of work at one time
• Confidence in planning and executing overseas travel commitments
• Demonstrable previous experience in the role of magazine editor (preferred) or at a senior journalistic level, showing an ability to write, commission, and process content to deadlines with a vision
• Proficiency in MS Office and content management systems (preferred)
• Must have a right to work in the UK
• A working knowledge of Adobe Suite programmes such as Photoshop and InDesign would also be preferable, but training can be given if necessary.

The package:

• Hybrid working – option to work from home 2 days per week
• £40,000 -£50,000 salary based on skills and experience
• Company pension scheme
• Company bonus scheme
• 23 days annual holiday (plus 8 public holidays)
• Initial and ongoing training and support
• Regular performance reviews and feedback

If you feel you are a fit for the above role and are interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity then in the first instance please apply using the links provided

Good luck

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