The Managing Editor contributes to the planning, writing, editing and overall enhancement of the print and online editions of Best’s Review magazine and related content. He/she will work closely with the Editor, Executive Editor and staff to develop articles and presentations that are accurate, informative and well written.
Responsibilities
• Write feature articles about trends, news and people in the insurance industry. Expectations would be to write one feature for each issue, but that could vary depending on other demands.
• Help with reporting and editing of magazine departments, lists and special presentations.
• Edit articles suggesting ways to strengthen the narrative, provide context and relevant background and improve leads, when needed. Edit for content, clarity and organization as well as accuracy.
• Help plan editions and forthcoming coverage.
• Edit and rewrite transcripts and related materials that originated as multimedia content to make the articles suitable for use in the magazine
• Stay current with industry developments to ensure Best’s Review contains timely information and that news articles are relevant.
• Contribute to the overall effort to enhance the magazine and social media efforts, develop and cover stories, and cover for editors as needed.
• Proof articles and write copy as needed during the magazine production process, working closely with the editor.
• Interact with and support other news and multimedia products as needed.
• Help with editing and writing for the wire service as needed.
• Other duties as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred.
- Five-plus years’ experience reporting, writing and editing business feature stories.
Skills
• Must be able to identify trends and develop original story ideas.
• Must be able to write feature articles accurately and on schedule.
• Must be familiar with business publication style, grammar and usage.
• Should be conversant with financial topics and able to apply insurance-specific concepts and terms.
• Should have strong leadership and interpersonal skills and should be a self-starter with initiative and the ability to motivate others.
• Must be able to work in a team setting, to provide editing and oversight in an assertive but collegial manner and must demonstrate interest in the world of insurance, risk management and finance.
• Able to handle multiple tasks that could include writing, editing, production and other tasks as needed under deadline pressure.
• Should have met and interacted with high-level members of the insurance industry.
• Excellent communication skills. Attention to detail is important.