Assistant Editor

Assistant Editor:

BridgeTower Media, is seeking an experienced, digitally savvy Assistant Editor who can work with a strong team to create quality journalism. The Assistant Editor will be responsible for copy editing content from a staff of four reporters, freelance writers and wire services for daily publication on the Arizona Capitol Times website and social media sites and weekly print edition, as well as lead production of the weekly print edition and supplements.

What skills does the job require?

• 3-5 years of strong journalism experience
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Proven experience in writing, editing and proofreading content.
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to take direction.
• Familiarity with style guides such as AP Style and commitment to maintaining editorial standards.
• Experience with government reporting.
• Ability to collaborate and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in relative software tools such as Microsoft Office, Adobe etc.
• Reliable home internet connection with minimum 50mbps up/10mbps down
• Reliable transportation

What will you be Responsible for?

• Coordinate with the Editor and Executive editor on the daily coverage for the Arizona Capitol Times digital edition and weekly print edition.
• Plan page layout and coordinate with the production team, Editor and Executive Editor for the weekly print edition.
• Copyedit stories within established deadlines.
• Coordinate with interns, freelance writers, and production team to publish monthly special supplements.
• Edit monthly special supplements.
• Post daily stories to social media.
• Stay updated with the latest political and state government news and events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What does BridgeTower Media offer?

• A competitive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental plus robust supplementary options.
• Company paid Life, AD&D Insurance & Short and Long-Term Disability coverages
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• 24-hour TeleMedicine and TeleCounseling Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Program
• Unlimited PTO
• Sick Time
• Summer Weekend Jumpstart Hours**
• Over 10 holidays paid
• Tuition Assistance Program
• 401K with a company match
• Growth opportunities to build your career
• Learning & Development programs

**As long as business needs are met*

About BridgeTower Media

BridgeTower Media is a leading business intelligence, marketing and event platform providing authoritative content and expert analysis through its 40+ B2B media and research brands. More than 4.4 million business decision-makers rely on BridgeTower Media for timely information and expert insights to grow their businesses. These deep and trusted first-party customer relationships power tailored insights for business executives and precision audience targeting for omnichannel marketing solutions. BridgeTower Media also celebrates professional and organizational success through 200+ events and its Best Companies Group. BridgeTower Media is a Transom Capital portfolio company. For more information, please visit www.bridgetowermedia.com.

BridgeTower Media and all subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and value diversity in our workplace.