Deputy Editor

 

• Assist the editor in all aspects of managing, conceptualising and producing the magazine
• Assist the editor in all staff related matters
• Select, assess and critique manuscripts for publication
• Filter all material and select for different publications
• Liaise and negotiate contracts with photographers, designers and freelance writers
• Read and assess final copy before editor signs off

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office and InDesign
• Knowledge and understanding of the production cycle
• Excellent knowledge of the agricultural industry
• Understanding of the target audience and competitors
• Keen news sense
• Excellent delegation and management skills
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Creativity

Decision making skills
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Building trust
• Networking and partnering

Contact details
Alita van der Walt
Caxton Magazines
alita@caxton.co.za