Associate Editor (Print) at Phillips Consulting

*Our client, Africa's biggest digital subscription media platform that provides unrivalled, smart, political journalism for Africa-curious online audiences is looking to hire a Associate Editor (Print).*
Full-Time

*Industry:* Media

*Salary:* N250,000-350,000 (Gross)

*Job Responsibilities:*

• Work with the EIC to build and strengthen print products mainly quarterly magazines and other print merchandize by developing smart editorial projects focused on politics and history.
• Manage print stakeholders (authors, editors, photographers, digital illustrators, printers, stockists and readers)
• Commission and manage essays/content for print publishing
• Work directly with contributors to produce quality content in line with our style guide.
• Engage with the readers to generate feedback and source new editorial ideas.

*Key Qualifications and requirements:*

• Proficiency in print publishing tools such as Adobe InDesign and Bookwright
• A Master’s degree and top-tier academic credentials (2.1 minimum undergraduate qualifications).
• At least two years of previous work experience (excluding NYSC).
• Excellent research, writing and reading skills
• Deeply analytical, highly organized, self-motivated and eager to make political discourse about Africa more accessible and more interesting
• passionate about quality editorial work and interested in becoming subject matter experts on Nigerian and African affairs.
• Demonstrable, deep interest in digital media, Nigerian and African affairs
•  Proven ability to communicate complex concepts in a clear, accessible way
• Previous editorial and leadership experience;
• Ability to work at a fast pace, remotely and independently while part of a team.
• Networking ability and knowledge of the Nigerian publishing landscape
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and WordPress (coding experience is a huge bonus)
• Some experience working with junior team members
• Previous editorial and leadership experience
• Must be an experienced editor and voracious reader of the news as well as global and regional politics.