editorial vacancies

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Associate editor

We are looking for an experienced editor to join our expanding team. The job, based out of our office in London, involves some irregular hours and travel. We are looking for an editor who can lead projects by generating ideas at pace, as well as commission, edit with clarity and ensure deadlines are met. In addition we need an editor who can bring a new clarity to our digital and online developments as we prepare for exciting changes.

You will have a proven track record in a news environment and the ability to land great interviews. Second or third languages are an advantage.

Please send your CV and a cover letter to our managing editor Tom Reynolds, tr@monocle.com.

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Sub editor (maternity cover)

We are looking for an experienced and talented sub editor to work at our London headquarters in Marylebone. This is a key role in a busy office for an international publication recognised for high standards in delivering the written word.

The role entails subbing Monocle magazine as well as special issues, seasonal newspapers, online content, press releases, Monocle Shop promotional material and much more.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has at least five years’ experience on a subs desk for a national magazine or newspaper, allied to a comprehensive knowledge of InDesign (keyboard shortcuts, etc).
• Has a methodical and organised approach and can work effectively and quickly when faced with multiple deadlines.
• Can write engaging and snappy headlines and standfirsts.
• Has supreme confidence in their grammar and spelling.
• Can pick up house style and tone quickly.
• Can communicate effectively and confidently with section editors, writers and other production departments.
• Is willing to put in overtime one Saturday per month and, as and when required, in the evening.

The position is available from 1 October and salary is dependent on experience. The temporary contract covers 12 months.

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter – outlining your suitability, stating your notice period and confirming your salary expectations – to chief sub editor Dan Poole.

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Zürich bureau chief/Mitteleuropa editor

Monocle is looking to expand its editorial footprint in Europe with a new Zürich-based post. We are looking for a sharp, well-versed editor who can deliver original stories covering urban affairs as well as entrepreneurship, architecture and media. The candidate will be familiar with our editorial reach and be able to deliver daily 200-word bulletins, offer up live radio reports and also turn out exquisite 3,000 word features.

While the post will focus on Switzerland, Austria and Germany, the beat can also be global in nature. If you have an eye and an ear for a good story, like a fast-paced editorial rhythm (you’re perhaps currently working in a broadcast newsroom, editing a leading trade title or on the business desk of a national paper) and also enjoy the odd cocktail party, we’d like to hear from you. Candidates will be expected to file copy in English, speak German and one other language other than English, and be free to travel.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to Carlo Silberschmidt at cs@monocle.com.

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Sub editor

We are looking for a talented and versatile sub editor to work full-time in our Hong Kong bureau, reporting to the chief sub editor in our London HQ. This is a key role as it will mean layouts across our magazines, newspapers and books can be subbed while it’s night-time in London, allowing us to maintain a steady and efficient workflow. Writing and commercial experience is also helpful, as you may be called upon to assist our Hong Kong bureau chief with projects when times allows.

Monocle is recognised for its high standards in delivering the written word. As such we are looking for someone who:

· With two to three years’ experience on a subs desk for a national magazine or newspaper, allied to a comprehensive knowledge of InDesign.
· Has a methodical and organised approach, and can work effectively and quickly up against multiple deadlines.
· Can write engaging and informative headlines and standfirsts.
· Has supreme confidence in their grammar and spelling and can pick up house style and tone quickly.
· Can communicate effectively with editors, writers and other production departments.
· Is willing to put in overtime as and when required.

To apply for the role, please email your CV and cover letter – stating your notice period and salary expectations – to chief sub editor Dan Poole.

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Affairs editor (maternity cover)

Monocle is looking for a global affairs editor. The job, based out of our office in London, involves some irregular hours and travel. The editor works closely with the bureaux and our extensive correspondent network. You would look after the commissioning and writing of the Affairs pages in the regular edition of Monocle, as well as in special editions such as The Forecast and our seasonal newspapers. In addition you would be writing for daily email bulletin the Monocle Minute and contributing ideas for our radio station, Monocle 24.

We are looking for an editor with a proven track record who understands the ambitions of Monocle and is able to land big interviews and deliver sharp reporting. Additional languages are beneficial.

The position is available from October and salary is dependent on experience. The temporary contract covers 12 months.

Please send your CV and a cover letter to our managing editor Tom Reynolds, tr@monocle.com.