Assistant Editor, O, The Oprah Magazine

Job Description

O, The Oprah Magazine is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and resourceful assistant editor to join the features team, working directly for the deputy editor. The ideal candidate has 2 years of post-graduate editorial experience and is an idea machine who is detail-oriented and blessed with an inborn sense of good time management. Responsibilities include researching, pitching, and writing small front-of-book pieces, as well as contributing to the website, plus some administrative duties, such as scheduling and phones. Familiarity with InCopy is a plus. NOTE: For consideration, resumes must be submitted in .pdf format with a cover letter, salary requirements, and a link to clips.

Responsibilities:
• Researching, pitching, and writing short articles for the front pages of the print edition
• Researching, pitching, and writing pieces for the website
• Providing administrative support to the deputy editor (scheduling meetings, answering the phone, and other duties as needed)

Requirements:
• Two years of professional post-grad editorial experience at a consumer magazine or website, preferably a lifestyle brand
• An understanding of the voice and viewpoint of Oprah Magazine and oprahmag.com
• A clean, fun writing style
• A willingness to pitch in where needed
• Bachelor's degree

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gwbk2g-216-73-216-216-42 in your application.