Editorial Assistant, Travel + Leisure

Job Description

Job Title
Editorial Assistant, Travel + Leisure

About The Position | Major goals and objectives and location requirements
The Editorial Assistant, Travel + Leisure supports senior editorial staff, including the Editor-in-Chief, in the preparation, execution, and tracking of editorial content across the brand's print, digital, and social platforms. They will also help with administrative tasks, including submitting expenses, tracking the budget, preparing, tracking, and coding of invoices, and looking over contracts for vendors. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and editing skills and feel comfortable balancing monthly print responsibilities with daily digital tasks. Some background in travel editorial is a plus; a passion for travel is a must.
Hybrid 3x a week- (New York)
In-office Expectations: This position is hybrid in-office, with the ability to work remotely for up to 2 days per week.
About The Positions Contributions: ​
Weight % Accountabilities, Actions and Expected Measurable Results
• 40%: Working closely with senior editors, generating monthly ideas for the monthly Discoveries sections. Pitch and edit news and service-focused stories.
• 20%: Provide research and organizational support on other T+L franchises, including World's Best, Where to Go, and Destination of the Year
• 10%: Book and coordinate travel for contributors.
• 10%: Maintain relationships with travel publicists and other industry figures, while representing T+L at events.
• 10%: Fact-check digital and print pieces as needed.
• 10%: Perform administrative tasks and offer managerial support.
The Role's Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements:

Education:
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in journalism or communications, or equivalent training and/or experience.

Experience:
• 1-2 years of experience working for a magazine, newspaper or digital editorial entity.
Specific Knowledge, Skills, Certifications and Abilities:
• Strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work independently, managing your own projects.
• Strong writing and line-editing skills, with some awareness for best practices in publishing to print and digital.
• A passion for travel and storytelling.
% Travel Required (Approximate): 5%
It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing hr@people.inc.

Pay Range
Hourly: New York: $22.00 - $26.45

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-wp7n9j-18-97-9-168-42 in your application.