Job Description Role: Editor-in-Chief Overview
Job Description Role:
Editor-in-Chief
Overview: VICE is the world’s preeminent youth media company and content creation studio. Launched in 1994, VICE now operates in over 30 countries and distributes its programming to hundreds of millions of viewers across digital, linear, mobile, film and socials. VICE includes an international network of digital channels, a television and feature film production studio, a magazine, a record label, an in-house creative services agency, a book-publishing division and a new 24-hour TV channel, VICELAND, launched in in the UK and Ireland in September 2016. The Role & Responsibilities: VICE is looking for an experienced editor and leader to join our team. The ideal candidate would manage all print editions of VICE magazine and contribute to our generation-defining cultural coverage. The editor-in-chief, global, VICE Magazine, will be expected to work with our editors on a daily basis while providing feedback and approval of local content and layouts for all global editions. This person should be well versed in news and culture and have an insatiable drive for print. Extensive knowledge of the VICE brand is a must. This is a fast-paced work environment; the ability to work quickly under pressure while maintaining sky-high editorial standards is essential.
Approving local content and layouts for all global editions Keeping global print editions informed on themes, tentpoles, etc. Shaping and driving the voice of the magazine and ensuring international editions are on message Acting as a editorial resource for all global print editions Generating magazine themes/tent poles Works with the business, marketing, and sales departments to set the editorial direction of the magazine as a whole Communicates the business goals of the organization to the other editors and writers, helping to plan editorial calendars Meets regularly with the head of content and publisher to discuss issues, plans, and other business relating to the publication Acts as the publication’s representative at social functions Coordinating content ideas with the editor-in-chief and managing editor of VICE.com and other VICE digital properties
Salary: Competitive Location: London Qualifications:
Extensive proven experience as an editor at a notable publication or high-volume website covering news and culture Demonstrable knowledge of the current global media environment and the status and value of the VICE Media brand Industry recognized as a sector leader Ability to multitask and perform well under pressure Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with all social media platforms Ability to communicate with stakeholders at numerous levels Relevant degree level qualification
Other:
To undertake such other tasks including general administrative duties as may be required from time to time To be an ambassador for the business at all times. th
Applications for this role end on the 16 of October 2017 To apply please email a brief cover note and CV, with the reference “Editor-in-Chief” in the subject line to: [email protected]. Please include your notice period and salary expectations in your application. We look forward to hearing from you! If you do not hear back from us within one month of applying then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you once again for applying and we wish you success in your future career.
Editor-in-Chief
Overview: VICE is the world’s preeminent youth media company and content creation studio. Launched in 1994, VICE now operates in over 30 countries and distributes its programming to hundreds of millions of viewers across digital, linear, mobile, film and socials. VICE includes an international network of digital channels, a television and feature film production studio, a magazine, a record label, an in-house creative services agency, a book-publishing division and a new 24-hour TV channel, VICELAND, launched in in the UK and Ireland in September 2016. The Role & Responsibilities: VICE is looking for an experienced editor and leader to join our team. The ideal candidate would manage all print editions of VICE magazine and contribute to our generation-defining cultural coverage. The editor-in-chief, global, VICE Magazine, will be expected to work with our editors on a daily basis while providing feedback and approval of local content and layouts for all global editions. This person should be well versed in news and culture and have an insatiable drive for print. Extensive knowledge of the VICE brand is a must. This is a fast-paced work environment; the ability to work quickly under pressure while maintaining sky-high editorial standards is essential.
Approving local content and layouts for all global editions Keeping global print editions informed on themes, tentpoles, etc. Shaping and driving the voice of the magazine and ensuring international editions are on message Acting as a editorial resource for all global print editions Generating magazine themes/tent poles Works with the business, marketing, and sales departments to set the editorial direction of the magazine as a whole Communicates the business goals of the organization to the other editors and writers, helping to plan editorial calendars Meets regularly with the head of content and publisher to discuss issues, plans, and other business relating to the publication Acts as the publication’s representative at social functions Coordinating content ideas with the editor-in-chief and managing editor of VICE.com and other VICE digital properties
Salary: Competitive Location: London Qualifications:
Extensive proven experience as an editor at a notable publication or high-volume website covering news and culture Demonstrable knowledge of the current global media environment and the status and value of the VICE Media brand Industry recognized as a sector leader Ability to multitask and perform well under pressure Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with all social media platforms Ability to communicate with stakeholders at numerous levels Relevant degree level qualification
Other:
To undertake such other tasks including general administrative duties as may be required from time to time To be an ambassador for the business at all times. th
Applications for this role end on the 16 of October 2017 To apply please email a brief cover note and CV, with the reference “Editor-in-Chief” in the subject line to: [email protected]. Please include your notice period and salary expectations in your application. We look forward to hearing from you! If you do not hear back from us within one month of applying then unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. Thank you once again for applying and we wish you success in your future career.
