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The Chelsea Magazine Editor
- Employer: THE CHELSEA MAGAZINE COMPANY LTD
- Posted: 03 Oct 2009
- Location: Greater London - Central London
- Industry: Media - Publishing
- Contract: Permanent
- Hours: Full Time
- Salary: unspecified
THE CHELSEA MAGAZINE COMPANY
has a vacancy for an experienced
We require an EDITOR
for our market-leading title
Send CV, covering letter and salary expectations to jobs@chelseamagazines.com
The Chelsea Magazine Company, 26-30 Old Church Street, London SW3 5BY
Artists & ILLUSTRATORS
Job description:
A magazine features editor ensures that their publication is full of entertaining, informative and newsworthy articles.
Most opportunities are in large publishing companies that produce a wide range of titles. However, features editors are also employed by trade magazines, specialist publishers, online media and in-house magazines.
The responsibilities of the role can include: generating ideas for features, commissioning work by freelance writers, editing and proofreading, managing writing staff and liaising with artists and photographers.
Magazine features editors do not always need specialist knowledge of the subject they cover, unless the content is highly technical, although an interest in the subject is usually expected.
Typical work activities
The role will vary according to the size of the publication and the nature of its content, but responsibilities will typically include:
§ overseeing the layout, appearance and content of feature articles;
§ generating ideas for features with writing staff;
§ commissioning articles from freelance and in-house writers;
§ managing writing staff and freelance feature writers;
§ editing and re-writing articles, some of which may be rejected or returned to the writer for revision;
§ overseeing artwork, design and photography for the features section of the magazine;
§ attending photo-shoots;
§ organising meetings with writers and artists to discuss ideas for artwork, layout and features;
§ negotiating payments with freelance writers;
§ dealing with legal matters;
§ selecting feature articles for each issue;
§ sending out briefs to writers which can include word count, deadline, fee and writing style;
§ proofreading all pages before going to press;
§ raising the profile of the magazine;
§ networking with others at industry events;
§ assisting other staff to meet their deadlines.
PR Manager
- Employer: STOPGAP
- Posted: 28 Sep 2009
- Reference: KRC-068539
- Contact: Kate Crumpton
- Location: London
- Industry:
- Contract: Contract
- Hours: Full Time
- Salary: £120 - £150 per day
· PR Manager, Retail, South London, 3 months, £120 - £150 per day
This high-profile fashion retailer is looking for a PR Manager! If you possess a thorough understanding of fashion and retail PR, this is an unmissable opportunity to add a famous brand name to your already impressive CV.
Working in the company's south London offices for the next three months, your freelance role a PR Manager will involve:
* Being the main point of contact for all press enquiries
* Effectively managing the Head Office PR function relating to all PR activities, launches and events (on a national and a regional basis)
* Strategising and structuring press launches for all new product (areas) and seasonal / promotional events to an agreed budget
* Measure, review and evaluate all PR activity
* Managing a PR Assistant
* Set up PR activities to further expand the brand name
· This is a brilliant opportunity for the right PR Manager to come in and work on an established fashion brand with a significant High Street presence! If you'd like to apply for this freelance role, you'll need the following:
· * A thorough understanding of the PR industry, having worked in PR either at agency level or in-house
· * In-depth knowledge of all areas of the PR industry
· * Key established and relevant contacts within the fashion / lifestyle industry
· * A thorough understanding of the fashion / retail industry, along with competitor and relevant fashion / retail brands knowledge
· * Experience of handling / managing budgets
· If you're keen to find out more information about this London-based freelance job as PR Manager, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us today!
· PR Manager, Retail, South London, 3 months, £120 - £150 per day
Job Description
Education and Training: College plus training
Salary: Median—$70,000 per year
Employment Outlook: Very good
Definition and Nature of the Work
A public relations (PR) manager supervises staffs of public relations workers, some of whom may be specialists in a particular kind of media. They also direct publicity programs that are designed to improve the public image of the organization that employs them. In industry they direct information to groups such as stockholders, consumers, their firm's own employees, or the general public. A PR manager may be called on to clarify the company's point of view on important issues to community or public interest groups. In some firms such as pharmaceutical companies or automobile manufacturers PR managers may evaluate sales promotion programs to make sure they are compatible with public relations efforts.
Another function of the public relations manager is to improve management and employee relations. The PR manager may prepare and publish the in-house Before the conference begins, the public relations manager instructs her staff on how to make the presentation.
The greatest number of public relations managers can be found in private industry and in independent PR agencies. Many are also hired by the federal, state, and local governments, where they are usually called public information officers. Other organizations that often require public relations managers are colleges, universities, and hospitals.
Education and Training Requirements
Public relations managers often have advanced degrees in the field in which they work. An information manager in government may need a master's degree in public administration. A master's degree in business administration would be advantageous for a public relations manager in business or industry. Some employers prefer to hire a person with a master's degree in public relations or journalism. Whatever their level of education, a prospective PR manager's curriculum should include courses in advertising, business administration, psychology, sociology, public affairs, political science, journalism, creative and technical writing, word processing, and graphic and audiovisual production.
Copywriter
· Employer: THE BOOK
· Posted: 17 Sep 2009
· Reference: 2218
· Contact: Emma Thomson
· Location: Nottingham
· Industry: Graduate - Creative and media
· Contract: Permanent
· Hours: Full Time
· Salary: £32000 - £37000 per annum
This respected agency specialise in retail and consumer brands. Due to a restructure, they require a copywriter who has a strong retail background and portfolio that showcases their expertise in this sector. You will be responsible for owning and driving forward the brand of one of their key major clients. You will be involved in writing product copy to magazine articles, come up with creative concepts and tone of voice. If you have written within the health and beauty sector this would be a distinct advantage.
Please send your CV and work samples to Emma at info@thebook.uk.com.
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Job Description
Job Description, Salaries, Benefits and Useful Links
Copywriters are responsible for generating the words, slogans and audio scripts that accompany advertising visuals.
The typical creative process can involve:
- discussing the client's core message and target audience
- brainstorming visual and copy ideas with other members of the creative team
- writing and presenting a few options to clients
- modifying copy until the client is satisfied
- overseeing the production phase.
The copywriter and art director are accountable for checking all the content being advertised is truthful and complies with codes of advertising practice.
Most copywriters work Monday to Friday, although work can extend into evenings and weekends. Part-time, permanent contracts are hard to find but freelance opportunities are common. Although copywriters are mainly based in an office or studio, they may travel with the art director to visit clients, film and recording studios.
Salaries may range from around £18,000 a year for junior copywriters to around £120,000 for creative directors.
An advertising copywriter should:
- be highly creative and imaginative
- have good written and interpersonal skills
- work well in a team
- be able to work under pressure
- have an eye for detail
- have an interest in commerce, popular culture, and new advertising trends and techniques.
The majority of advertising agencies are in London, but opportunities for copywriters exist throughout the UK. Entry is highly competitive. Working in a business's in-house marketing team could be a route into agency work. Many copywriters are hired in partnership with a creative art director.
Many copywriters have an HND, Foundation degree or degree in advertising, design or related subjects. An applicant's portfolio of work may be as important as their qualifications. Advertising is dominated by young people, with nearly half of the workforce aged below 34. Some journalistic experience may help adult entrants.
Training for junior copywriters tends to be on the job. External workshops and short courses can enhance skills.
Junior agency copywriters may progress to senior copywriter and potentially to creative director. Many successful copywriters set up as freelancers. There may be some overseas opportunities, particularly for copywriters skilled in writing for specific industry sectors.
What is the work like?
Creative copywriters are employed by agencies both permanently and on a freelance basis to develop advertising concepts. They mainly deliver the words and verbal content that accompanies the visual elements. Agency copywriters usually work in close partnership with art directors and have lots of input to the visual elements. Many advertising agencies appoint them as a creative team.
The types of projects and clients vary widely, although some copywriters may specialise in an industry sector. They may also specialise in producing copy for:
- above the line advertising, which uses mass media like TV, cinema, interactive media, posters and radio scripts to promote brands
- below the line advertising, which uses less conventional methods that focus on direct means of communication, like brochures, leaflets, press advertisements and direct mail.
The copywriter is responsible for taking a client's advertising brief and generating original copy ideas that grab the attention of the target audience. This can include creating straplines, slogans, body copy, jingles and scripts. Usually working on multiple projects, the typical creative process can involve:
- meeting with account executives to discuss the client's requirements and core messages
- familiarising themselves with the product, target audience and competitor activities in the market
- brainstorming ideas and concepts for the visual and words with other members of the creative team
- presenting initial ideas to the creative director, some of which may be rejected or developed into workable concepts
- writing various copy options, which may be presented to the client as a story board (a consecutive series of frames depicting the script and drawings that may be used)
- modifying copy until the client is satisfied
- overseeing the production phase, booking and liaising with designers, illustrators, printers, photographers and production companies
- casting actors and models to appear in adverts
Accuracy is essential. The copywriter and art director are accountable for checking all the content being advertised is truthful and complies with codes of advertising practice. Although proofreaders may examine the final copy, copywriters are also responsible for checking spelling and grammar.
Junior copywriters can earn between £18,000 and £22,000 a year in London.
Hours and environment
Copywriters have to be flexible, as their work is very deadline driven. Most work Monday to Friday, although the creative thinking process can mean copywriters rarely switch off completely. Work frequently extends into evenings and weekends. Part-time, permanent contracts are hard to find. However, freelance opportunities are common, with many creative copywriters working remotely from home.
Although mainly office based, copywriters and art directors may undertake research in public areas, visiting different locations to seek inspiration. They may also visit client offices. Attending photo and film shoots and audio recording studios is likely with some agencies.
The creative environment is often very informal, with relaxed dress code. However, copywriting can be a stressful and demanding career with increased competition to create something truly unique.
Salary and other benefits
These figures are only a guide, as actual rates of pay may vary, depending on the employer and where people live.
Junior copywriters may earn between £18,000 and £22,000 a year.
Salary ranges for a middleweight copywriter - that is, someone with three or more years' experience - may be between £25,000 and £40,000.
A senior writer with strategic and team responsibilities may earn up to £70,000, plus benefits.
Creative directors who have won campaign awards may earn around £120,000.
Salaries tend to be higher in London and will vary depending on the size and reputation of the agency.
Skills and personal qualities
An advertising creative copywriter/director should:
- be highly creative and imaginative, and curious about clients' products or services
- be skilled in writing clear, concise and grammatically correct copy
- understand the different language styles that appeal to various target markets
- have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- work well in a team and with a range of creative people
- be able to work under pressure and manage workloads effectively
- be highly self-motivated and well organised
- be able to see other people's points of view and take on board feedback
- work within strict budgets
- have an eye for detail
- possess good leadership, people and project management skills.
Emma - some great research into job roles/vacancies here - a strong Pass grade I think. If you can get some extra primary research into your submission - actual responses from employers/media professionals to some of your questions then we could possibly be looking at a Merit. Good stuff, well done.
ReplyDeleteTim H.