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ASSISTANT EDITOR


Job/Internship type
: Full-time.
Internships and volunteers are welcome.

Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor DE Malaysia.

HR MATTERS Magazine is a print publication exclusively designed with the HR Manager in mind. Published in Malaysia, it brings a global perspective in terms of editorial focus and coverage. Via a complimentary subscription specifically targeted at HR Directors and HR Managers, we reach 3000 readers on a quarterly basis.

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic full-time Assistant Editor to join our editorial staff.

Positions Available
  • Assistant Editor
  • Multimedia Graphic Designer



 

Primary Responsibilities include :-

1. Writing, editing, proofing, reporting and preparation of quarterly content as assigned. This involves writing various short and medium-length pieces for the magazine for both the print and online edition as well as researching, copy-editing and fact-checking as needed on materials. This also involves approaching potential contributors to request article input or coordinate interviews

2. Reviewing manuscripts, copy-editing, assembling photos, writing captions and headlines

3. Proof-reading assigned copy during various stages of editorial production, make editorial corrections

4. Coordinate with other staff and suppliers in daily work requirements and based on production deadlines

5. Conduct interviews either over the phone, on email or in-person as designated per interview. Coordinate and manage interviews, research, surveys and results for special reports or for supplements to articles

6. Acquire artwork and coordinate final selection. Assist with obtaining photography/images that correspond with editorial.

7. Create and update an ongoing list of public relations personnel and media contacts. Assist in managing press releases/story pitches/determination of future editorial

9. Assist in answering questions/concerns from our readers.

10. Handle administrative tasks for the Editorial Department, including sending issue copies, preparing meeting materials, mailings, and much more

Job Requirements:

  • One to two years experience on a newspaper or magazine editorial staff preferred
  • Exceptional recent university graduate acceptable
  • Degree in English, Journalism, Communications or related field
  • Strong writing and communication skills
  • Superior attention to detail
  • Creative mindset
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Able to manage multiple priorities
  • Deadline and result oriented
  • Familiarity with publishing tools and ability to work with photo-editing and desktop publishing sofware is a plus.
  • This can be an entry-level position for the right candidate.

To apply or get more information, please send a cover letter together with updated resume and three writing samples to Rowena Morais at editor AT hr-matters.info.

MULTIMEDIA GRAPHIC DESIGNER


Job/Internship type
: Full-time.
Internships and volunteers are welcome.

Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor DE Malaysia.


Primary Responsibilities include :-
Manage the HR Matters magazine print edition and its website.
The work will include flash design, some amount of animation, graphic design work.
You will assist in the planning, composition and production of graphics and other printed materials in a timely manner.

Job Requirements:
At least 2 years experience in managing flash design, animation, graphic design,
corporate identity, other multimedia, typography and font design.
Experience with CorelDraw, Fireworks, Dreamweaver, Adobe Illustrator, Flash is required.

Application Deadline: 30 June 2009
Number of Vacancies: 1 each


 
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