An associate editor handles administrative tasks and assists in producing and editing publications. Good organizational, communication, and management skills are required, as well as knowledge of print and distribution operations and computer software. A degree in journalism or related fields and experience in editing or publishing are typically required.
An associate editor usually handles the administrative functions of a newspaper, magazine, website or book publisher. She can also assist the editor in producing and editing copies of one or more publications. Your job may be at a large publishing company that regularly produces many types of publications. She may also work for a small, independent publisher of a single local or community publication.
Success in this position typically requires good organizational and communication skills. As an associate editor is typically expected to interact with multiple departments on a daily basis, first-class management skills are usually required. She also communicates regularly with editors and writers, as well as media contacts and distributors.
Managerial experience is typically required for this position. An associate editor is consulted regularly on human resource management issues and is often needed to direct the activities of print and logistics employees. Your input is often needed on strategies and issues related to your company’s publications.
At a significant number of companies, an associate editor is regularly sought after to keep up with rival publications or publishers. This usually requires her to exercise discretion and diplomacy. The publisher often asks her to look at new publications or research industry trends and styles. These analyzes help the company stay competitive.
She is also frequently asked to monitor the circulation of her company’s publications. Her job also includes managing advertising sales. If it is necessary to increase circulation numbers or increase advertising sales, she may be assigned to investigate reasons and develop solutions. This task may involve community interaction to get an idea of the needs and wants of readers and advertisers.
The internal responsibilities of this position generally extend to the production cycle of the company’s publications. Typically, she is expected to have a thorough understanding of print and distribution operations. This knowledge allows her to identify and resolve related issues independently, without input from the editor.
An aspiring associate editor usually needs to be highly literate in a wide range of computer software applications. As publishing involves both text and graphics, knowledge of these two types of programs is a typical requirement for the position. The ability to quickly grasp new concepts and incorporate them into daily work procedures is often required of an associate editor.
An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in journalism, media relations, creative writing, or public relations is typically required to qualify for this position. Experience in editing or publishing is strongly preferred. A solid background in administrative or management support is also desirable for applicants for associate publisher employment.
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