Editorial Assistant

Description: Assists in all elements of magazine production, coordination, and editing to include administrative tasks and feature development. This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment) Job type: Full-time Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm in office Requirements: Compile and edit Sound Off department Compile and edit Sea Stories department Compile and edit Readers department Compile cartoons for Leatherneck Laffs Compile and draft Obituaries Write captions for feature articles as needed Develop and update production calendars and story lists monthly Check layouts and final proofs for design and accuracy Electronically file incoming stories and photos appropriately Serve as initial point of contact for members, writers and others contacting Leatherneck Coordinate with freelance authors to ensure all necessary stories and materials are received and returned as required Communicate with members, associates, advertisers, writers, etc., as requested by the editor Conduct research on stories and previous issues as needed Process Leatherneck e-mails and mail on a daily basis Coordinate payments, contracts, and complimentary copies to authors Prepare and mail Christmas cards from the Leatherneck staff Proofread layouts Education/Experience English or journalism degree preferred Computer Skills Microsoft 365 Applications, Familiarity with WordPress or other Content Management Systems Disclaimer The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Language Skills Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government and MCA regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to effectively communicate in English, in both oral and written forms. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense, using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weakness of alternate solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Work Environment The work environment varies by temperature and conditions throughout the facility. There are varying degrees of noise, dust, and crowding throughout the facility while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.