Who: Sea Kayaker Magazine
Position: Assistant Editor
Where: Seattle (Ballard)
What: Sea Kayaker magazine, independently owned and operated, is a highly respected bimonthly publication serving the kayak touring community around the world since 1984. Sea Kayaker, Inc. is a small company with a relaxed, collegial and cooperative office environment, a dedicated workforce and low turnover. Office looks out over Puget Sound and has easy access to the water. The editorial assistant works closely with the editor as a two-person team. To learn more about the publication please visit www.seakayakermag.com.
Requirements:
– Editorial layout and design for print publication
– PDF workflow for print and digital publication
– Editing and proofreading manuscripts
– Tracking and managing projects, especially with freelance writers
– Adjustment of digital images for color and clarity
– Preparing content–text, photos, video– for delivery to webmaster
– Contacting equipment manufacturers for review samples
– Participating on cross-departmental project teams
– Familiarity with kayaking and nautical terminology is ideal but not required.
– Familiarity with WordPress preferred.
Working knowledge of the following programs on a Mac platform:
- Adobe CS5 (especially InDesign and Photoshop)
- MS Office (especially Word, Excel)
Work Habits:
– Strong organizational and time-management skills
– Independent work ethic requiring minimal supervision
– Good personal communication skills
– Consistent attention to detail
Qualifications:
2+ years experience working in print publication
BA in related field
Contact: To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume attachment via e-mail to [email protected] with “Editorial Team” in the subject line. Please be sure to address computer programs listed here, as well as skills and experience needed. You may also submit your portfolio electronically via email. Please limit attachments to 5MB. Web site links accepted.
