Deputy Editor Food Division - Cape Town Verfied

Salary Negotiable Cape Town, Western Cape Cape Town, Western Cape more than 14 days ago 04-04-2017 6:40:35 PM
02-05-2017 6:40:35 PM
Deputy Editor - Food Division

Location: City, Cape Town
Salary: Negotiable

About the Role:
An experienced, enthusiastic deputy editor is required in our food division, based in Cape Town.
Strong management, writing and editing skills are essential, as is the ability to work efficiently and creatively within an established brand strategy. The ideal candidate should ideally have an interest in food, media experience across both print and digital platforms and a positive, proactive approach.

Requirements:
Genuine interest in and knowledge of food
A minimum of three years’ experience in a senior editorial position, preferably on a consumer print title (i.e. senior features editor, assistant, deputy or editor)
Experience of managing teams across platforms
Experience in content creation across print and digital media
Some previous experience working in content marketing (or for a corporate client) would be beneficial
Ability to think strategically and commercially as well as creatively

Duties:
Working closely with the editor in chief on the food content strategy and delivery to client
Deputising for the editor on all content-related decisions to ensure the content serves the needs of both the target audience and the client
Managing the content teams across both print and digital and creating new and agiler systems where required
Working across platforms to ensure content is compelling and relevant to different audiences
Working closely with the group managing editor, features editor and art department to ensure production deadlines are met
Commissioning and briefing contributors in line with the multi-platform content strategy (eg.writers, photographers and multimedia contributors)
Writing feature and display copy in the brand tone of voice (headlines, blurbs, sidebars, captions)
Editing raw copy where required
Repurposing content for other platforms/channels
Ensuring the brand’s tone of voice is maintained across platforms
Working closely with the client’s brand marketing team to ensure their KPIs are met while maintaining editorial independence
Assisting with content creation and production on additional food-related projects and campaigns for the same client (outside of the core brand)
Attending all editorial and client meetings as required
Keeping up to date with food and media trends
Attending events and launches where required