Barrons is a group of autonomous established media brands and startups distinguished for their influence, top notch content, global reach and commitment to modern storytelling and the latest technologies. The unit combines brands, like the magazine, Barron's and Web sites, MarketWatch, Financial News, and Mansion Global as well as new ventures.
Job Description:
Barron’s Group is seeking an Assistant Editor for Custom Content to help manage special projects and work alongside our Editorial Director to support the custom content arm of our business. Your role will help ensure that our non-newsroom coverage is accurate, relevant, and distinctive. You will spend approximately half of your time editing Marketwatch’s partner-syndicated content and the other half editing and supporting various custom projects across other Barron’s Group publications.
Responsibilities:
Stay on top of an editing schedule
Edit several stories a day for accuracy and style
Work closely with clients and partners
Help extend the reach of our custom content
Qualifications:
BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience
2-3 years experience in advertising and/or media, preferably in a custom content role or editorial role
Strong editorial judgment
Excellent proofreading skills
Strong time management skills
Exemplary communication skills, for working with outside clients as well as internal team members
Ability to be nimble and pivot across different projects and publications
Dow Jones , Making Careers Newsworthy
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets .
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Req ID: 32620