Job Description

Description

Imagine working for an exciting entrepreneurial company where employees are committed to meeting big challenges and making a real difference. That’s Rogers. A leading communications and media company where people come to do great work. Right now we are looking for talented individuals to join our winning team where you will have a chance to innovate, grow and to do what really matters.


PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Oversee editorial content of a weekly celebrity magazine
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop, research and write copy for sections
Write features, display copy and captions
Line edit features, and other departments for the magazine
Assign articles
Liaise with photo and art departments
Attend industry events and launches
Maintain network of industry contacts and keep up to date on celebrity news, trends and issues
Attend editorial meetings and brainstorm ideas for content
RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal: Editorial team, Art and Photo departments
External: Freelance writers and industry contacts
POSITION AUTHORITY/ ACCOUNTABILITY:
This position is directly accountable to the Executive Editor
Authorized to decide content for sections and assign articles
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Will be required to work overtime
Occasional travel may be required



Qualifications

Post secondary degree or diploma in journalism or equivalent work experience
5 - 8 years of progressive editing/writing experience
Experience working with entertainment and celebrity-related material
Strong attention to detail
Strong writing and editing skills
Experience in a MAC environment, experience with InDesign an asset
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Willingness to collaborate with a creative team
Willingness to work independently
Ability to manage time well in a multi-deadline fast paced environment
Rogers Publishing Limited is Canada’s largest and most dynamic and diversified publisher of magazines and communications products. We offer a rewarding and challenging career that fosters team spirit, ongoing professional development and training, and provides competitive compensation and benefits.


Rogers is an Equal Opportunity Employer


Profile
Job Field Publishing
Locations CA-ON-Toronto
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Temporary
Travel No


Additional Information
Target Start Date March 2, 2009
Apply Online: Go to www.rogers.com (Careers)