The Electric Word parenting portfolio encompasses a growing range of sites and products. At the heart of the portfolio is My Child (www.mychild.co.uk),">http://www.mychild.co.uk">www.mychild.co.uk), an online publication aimed at parents of primary-aged children and those moving onto secondary school.  My Child’s mission is to help parents support their child’s learning and to make learning fun, providing practical information along with a range of interactive activities as well as access to parent-to-parent and expert advice.  Our primary focus is on education but we also cover behaviour, health and general parenting issues. 

Reporting to the divisional manager, the online editor is responsible for the direction, creation, maintenance and quality of our editorial content, on our websites, in ezines and in a range of other products that we publish.  This content includes news and articles, activity sheets and project packs, printed material and eBooks.  This is a small team, and the editor is also strongly involved in the promotion of the sites through PR, search engine optimisation and online networking.  The editor is expected to contribute ideas and work with the marketing, advertising, web development and customer service staff, and must have good people skills. 

The ideal candidate is somebody who understands, through their own experience, what parents need. You will have a good knowledge of the education system and be evangelical about wanting to help parents understand it, positioning My Child as an authority with consumers, industry and the media. You will be an excellent commissioner, editor and writer. You will also be a natural networker with a passion for online communication, eg through blogs and Twitter.  You will be commercially minded and flexible, and accept that this is a business where change and learning is fundamental.  Finally, you will have bags of energy and have no qualms about mucking in and doing everything you can to ensure the parenting portfolio grows.

This is a superb opportunity for the right person.  This is a full-time position but we may be able to offer flexible hours.  My Child Ltd is part of Electric Word plc, a specialist publisher based in London EC1V.

Responsibilities

• Creating content for the site: commissioning, editing and writing articles, news stories, activity sheets and project packs
•  Driving the editorial strategy forward and managing the activity schedule
• Writing ezines
• Working with the production team to create special focus packs
• Working with a book editor to create a range of printed and eBooks
• Proof-reading marketing material
• Ensuring editorial content of site is up to date, accurate and of high quality
• Building and managing a panel of experts and writers
• Helping build traffic to the site through SEO; ensuring all content is SE-friendly
• Creating specific content to attract links
• Online networking/social media marketing
• Writing press releases
• Working with community team, online marketers, advertising team and web developers to assist with the success of the business

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Ahlan!, the GCC’s biggest-selling magazine is looking for a picture researcher to assist the group picture editor in finding the perfect snaps our celebrity-obsessed readers will love. You’ll have excellent knowledge of leading international celebrity picture agencies, a finely honed ability to negotiate rates and work to tight weekly deadlines, basic knowledge of Photoshop, and you’ll know your Audrina from your Angelina, and your Lautner from your Leighton. At least one year’s experience with an agency or celebrity magazine is essential.

Based in Dubai, the salary will be tax free negotiable depending on candidates’ experience and include visa and medical insurance.

Please send CVs and covering letter to apply.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Facilities Management Middle East, a monthly business-to-business magazine, needs a new deputy editor to generate its content and take control of this small specialist title.

The magazine is well established in the market, with a loyal audience and a successful awards programme to its name. The ideal candidate will be a capable writer of news and business features, ready to step up to look after their own title. 

The deputy editor will report to a group editor, but will take responsibility for getting the magazine to press each month. Facilities Management is part of a suite of monthly and weekly titles about the construction and design industry. As such, the successful candidate will also be expected to contribute, on a daily basis, to constructionweekonline.com, as well as help the team out at trade shows and conferences.

The successful candidate will be a degree qualified native English speaker. Knowledge of the buiding services would be advantageous, but not necessary. More important is a strong news sense and an ability to cope with both boardroom and site interviews, while consistently producing an excellent product and balancing commercial demands.

The role is based in Dubai. The salary is negotiable and tax free depending on the candidates experience and will include visa and medical insurance.
Please send your CV with covering letter to apply.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Ahlan!, the GCC’s biggest-selling magazine is looking for a stylist to join a small team, bringing the best and most up-to-date celebrity news, pics and style to the Middle East on a weekly basis. You will have at least one year’s experience in a stylist or fashion assistant role and an in-depth knowledge of A-list celebrity style, from Blake Lively favourite pieces to the designer behind Jennifer’s latest red carpet frock. You’ll be working with the fashion editor on style news and features, collecting and shooting on a daily basis, as well as representing the magazine at shows, events and parties and making industry contacts – so plenty of energy and enthusiasm is a must!

Based in Dubai, the salary will be negotiable according to candidate experience and will include visa and medical insurance.

Please send CVs and covering letter to apply.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Risk Books and Journals, brands in Incisive Media’s Financial Risk Management Division, are looking for a managing editor to oversee all aspects of the production of their content, including the development of ebook formats. 

Founded in 1999, Risk Books and Journals are established world leaders in supplying specialist content across a range of subjects in financial risk management and derivatives markets.  At a time of unprecedented interest in financial markets, Risk Books are looking for a managing editor to oversee the production of six journals and 20 new titles a year, in both the Risk Books and Central Banking imprimaturs, as well as an extensive backlist.

The successful candidate will have a good degree, excellent written and spoken English accompanied with previous relevant experience in the publishing industry. Scientific or mathematical knowledge is useful, but not essential. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of production of the titles including managing relations with authors, editors, copy editors, typesetters, and printers. The successful candidate will be tasked with enhancing the delivery of Risk Books and Risk Journals through expanding the digital delivery of content through ebook formats. This is an ideal position for someone looking to further their career publishing at what is, with the revolution in ebooks, an exciting time for the industry.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Trafficlink, the UK's leading provider of Traffic and travel information to the BBC, commercial radio and television, is looking for a part-time broadcaster for their Midlands office based at Quinton.
While broadcasting you would be responsible for providing live and pre-recorded travel news bulletins to radio clients. The ability to present articulately and confidently is a must, whilst an excellent knowledge of the Midlands’ road network would be an advantage. We're looking for broadcasters who can cope with the demands of creating consistently excellent travel bulletins for some of the most demanding radio stations in the country. This is not a job for someone looking to get "a foot in the door"!
The hours are Sunday 2pm-7pm; Monday 6am-2pm; Tuesday-Thursday 6am-10am

All applications will be treated equally regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation or religion/belief.

We look forward to hearing from you!

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

So,

Us -
We are a company that is launching 42 websites over the next 12 months, serving truly local communities with local ways to save, and local business offers. Expanding quickly we have financial backing and stability to help us grow even in a recession.

You-
sold online, sold radio, sold press, all or none of the above, we may want to hear from you.

You LOVE promoting local businesses. You are well connected in your local area, and are always seeking new ways of growing client revenues with creative results.

Great business communicator, and great commercial awareness.

Don't give up attitude you work constantly to meet and exceed target.

YOU want a career. YOU want to be a part of something growing where you KNOW you have the potential.

You want to start in sales and be a Director with shares in a profitable company within 2 years.

You want to manage people one day, and aren't scared off getting your hands dirty to get there.

Is this really you? If it is - we want to hear from you.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Reporting to the director of global communications for Bloomberg News in New York, the successful candidate will manage the strategic external communications plans related to news content in an effort to raise the visibility of the award winning journalism of Bloomberg News.

This position will have a close working relationship with the editorial team as well as marketing and internal communications teams to ensure a consistent message.

The successful candidate will have strong contacts with other influential broadcast and print media (including the major UK and international TV and radio networks and major daily papers, blogs and news aggregators), and he/she should be able to produce placements almost immediately upon starting and ideally have previous business-to-business and business-to-consumer experience internationally.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and execute proactive strategies, programs, and tactics to ensure the unique voice of Bloomberg News is present in other media.
• Support the Global Director of Communications in developing a proactive media relations strategy including building and maintaining relationships with print, electronic and broadcast media in business, technology and general news areas.
• Ensure consistent messaging in all external communications vehicles, leveraging the full array of communication channels, including print, digital and broadcast.
• Handling and fulfilling media interview requests and development, organisation and maintenance of a powerful media database
• Ability to write strong and dynamic pitches for broadcast media, based on technical and complex issues
• Write press releases on staff hires, news stories, polls, product launches and partnerships, along with the corresponding talking points, Q&A's and other background documents.

Qualifications:

• Degree educated or equivalent with strong PR, Marketing and Communication skills including previous experience in a large media organisation.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing comprehensive communications plans and strategies, including proactive media strategies including business/financial, political, trade and technology media; and managing crisis communication and public affairs/issues.
• A respected communications professional with strong relationships is mandatory. Relevant candidates will also have strong executive communications/ media training experience.
• Strong internal stakeholder management
• Writing press releases, talking points, background memos, speeches and remarks for senior level managers.
• Ability to manage a number of programs/projects simultaneously.

The company

Bloomberg is the world's most trusted source of information for businesses and professionals. Bloomberg combines innovative technology with unmatched analytic, data, news, display and distribution capabilities, to deliver critical information via the BLOOMBERG PROFESSIONAL®service and multimedia platforms.

Bloomberg's media services cover the world with more than 2,200 news and multimedia professionals at 146 bureaus in 72 countries. The BLOOMBERG TELEVISION® 24 hour network delivers smart television to more than 240 million homes.

BLOOMBERG RADIO® services broadcast via SIRIUS XM Radio and 1worldspaceTM satellite radio globally and on WBBR 1130AM in New York. The award winning monthly BLOOMBERG MARKETS® magazine, Bloomberg BusinessWeek magazine and the BLOOMBERG.COM® financial news and information Web site provide news and insight to businesses and investors.

Bloomberg is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other classification protected by law.
 

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

ITP Consumer Publishing is searching for an editor to take over its golfing title. Published since 2004, Middle East Golfer blends together local knowledge, expert insight and coverage of international and Middle Eastern tournaments into an entertaining monthly package.

The ideal candidate for this position must combine a burning passion for golf, with expert knowledge of the game and proven editorial skills. A minimum four years experience on a similar golfing title is a must for this position.

Based in Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates. Salary is negotiable, tax free

Please send your CV with covering letter to apply. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Digital Spy is seeking a News Sub-Editor to sub-edit copy across the site.

About Digital Spy: Digital Spy is one of the UK's largest entertainment and media news websites, with more than 100 million page impressions a month and a unique audience of 7.2 million (Jan 2010, Google Analytics). The site is also home to one of the busiest internet discussion forums in the world.

The Position: We are looking for a News Sub-Editor who will be responsible for sub-editing copy across the site. This will include material relating to showbiz, movies, music and TV relevant to both the UK and US markets.

Hours: Weekday daytime shifts available, exact hours TBC.

Location: This position is home-based. The successful candidate will require a reliable internet connection and the ability to work from home.

Your Skills:
The successful candidates will:
- have an excellent grasp of the English language, spelling and grammar
- have a good understanding and knowledge of UK and US celebrities
- be able to work quickly and efficiently
- be able to recognise, write in and adhere to the Digital Spy house style
- work as part of a team, communicating regularly with the Editor, News Editor and reporting team based in London and the US

Your Responsibilities:
The successful applicant will be expected to:
- check writers' copy for accuracy and fluency, and amend accordingly
- source suitable stories for coverage and assign to writers as appropriate
- periodically select articles for placement on the front page and the top stories for each of the entertainment categories

Application
To apply, candidates must send the following:
- a covering letter outlining suitability for the role and stating salary expectations
- a CV
- a short summary description of the Digital Spy house style
- three news stories suitable for inclusion on the site, one for the showbiz section and two for different categories of your choice.

Salary is DOE. Candidates should state salary expectations in their application.

Completed applications should be sent to jobapp [at] digitalspy.co.uk. State which job you are applying for in the subject line.

The start date for this position is November 1. Applicants successful with the first stage will be invited to interview at our Marble Arch offices.

PLEASE NOTE: Applications that do not include all required submissions will NOT be considered.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Platts, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, is a leading global provider of energy and metals information. With nearly a century of business experience, Platts serves customers across more than 150 countries. From 14 offices worldwide, we serve the oil, natural gas, electricity, nuclear power, coal, petrochemical and metals markets. Platts' real time news, pricing, analytical services, and conferences help markets operate with transparency and efficiency. Traders, risk managers, analysts, and industry leaders depend upon Platts to help them make better trading and investment decisions.

We are currently recruiting for an associate editor to provide guidance to the global petrochemicals team in general, and the European petrochemicals team in particular, on the news focus and news directions. Apart from the traditional strong focus on reporting of petrochemicals price developments, the candidate is required to explore other avenues where Platts can show its news relevance.
The candidate will also require to report, from time to time when the need arises, on the trading and business activities in the European petrochemicals markets, specifically in the European and African polymers markets. The role is key to assisting price editors in gathering pricing information and market intelligence, and then forming that information into price assessments and published market commentaries and news updates. The role covers various subjects including supply and demand, infrastructure issues, transportation, regulation, etc and the impact of those issues on European polymers markets.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the global/European team as a news champion by developing clear objectives and guidelines to address the regional developments in the olefins, polymers, aromatics, solvents and intermediates markets
• Prepare monthly/quarterly global petrochemicals market reviews which will be used as the basis for industry white papers, marketing collaterals and press releases. Petrochemical companies are also looking to Platts to summaries the developments of the markets on a quarterly basis, and the candidate will be the point person to prepare this basic review
• As a back-up to market covers, the candidate will be required to speak to producers, consumers, traders and distributors of polymers in Northwest Europe to gather intelligence on prices of these products as well as issues affecting the demand/supply of these products.

Qualifications:

• Prior exposure to reporting/writing/analytical experience preferably in the petrochemicals industry
• BA degree in journalism or business - Master's degree in journalism/business or economics a plus.
• People management skills a plus
• Strong  communication skills
• Adaptable and works well in a team environment
• Solid math skills
• Solid organizational and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and ability to identify errors
• Multilingual capabilities a plus

To apply for this vacancy, click on the link below and search for Job ID 14885

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

www.ilikemusic.com

Job Description
Part-Time: Flexible
Location: Based at our office in London, Richmond
Hours: 10am-6pm (some evenings may be required)

Requirements/Person specification:
You will be:
• Reliable, keen, trustworthy, motivated
• Like music
• Able to work to deadlines when necessary

You will have:
• Experience of using a computer / internet
• Keen interest in online marketing, communications and social media
• Strong organisational skills
• A creative personality
• Dedication

Role and Responsibilities:
With an open mind, you will work independently to promote our content across a variety of platforms on the web.

The Company
This is a great chance to work for a young award-winning multi-genre online music magazine and music service online.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

www.ilikemusic.com

Job Description
Part-Time: Flexible
Location: Based at our office in London, Richmond
Hours: 10am-6pm (some evenings may be required)

Requirements/Person specification:
You will be:
• Reliable, keen, trustworthy, motivated
• Like music
• Able to work to deadlines when necessary

You will have:
• Experience of using a computer / internet
• Strong organisational skills
• A creative personality
• Dedication

Role and Responsibilities:
The assistant will work closely with our Editor to make sure that the website stays up-to-date and fresh.

The Company
This is a great chance to work for a young award-winning multi-genre online music magazine and music service online.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

www.ilikemusic.com

Job Description
Part-Time: Flexible
Location: Based at our office in London, Richmond
Hours: 10am-6pm (some evenings may be required)

Requirements/Person specification:
You will be:
• Reliable, keen, trustworthy, motivated
• Like music
• Able to work to deadlines when necessary

You will have:
• Experience of using a computer / internet
• Strong organisational skills
• A creative personality
• Dedication

Role and Responsibilities:
The assistant will work closely with our Editor to make sure that the website stays up-to-date and fresh.

The Company
This is a great chance to work for a young award-winning multi-genre online music magazine and music service online.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Real Radio is looking for an innovative and enthusiastic station producer to be based at our station in Cardiff.

The role will involve carrying out station producer duties but with additional responsibility for the Real Sports Phone-In and the breakfast show.

You will be brimming with great ideas, suggesting and sourcing content, prepping live calls, dealing with listeners/celebs/record companies, and other exciting stuff. You’ll need significant experience in a similar role and the ambition to help take this station to even greater levels of success

You should have experience of digital editing (Cool Edit Pro/Adobe), play-out system used in Station (RCS Master Control) and all on air studio equipment.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Fife’s favourite radio station, Kingdom FM, is looking for a News Editor.

The successful applicant will be a first class journalist with a minimum of three years experience working in live broadcasting.

An in-depth knowledge of Fife and Scottish current affairs is essential . You must also be able to demonstrate a track record in producing original stories.

Your main responsibilities will include leading a team of broadcast journalists on a daily basis ensuring that the news and sport agenda meets the needs of Kingdom FM's listeners.

You'll be expected to work flexibly and have the ability to plan ahead.

Knowledge of Burli is advantageous but not essential.

A full UK driving licence is essential.

To apply for this role please email your CV, a recent audio demo and a supporting letter to Kevin Brady, Managing Director.

Audio demos must be submitted in MP3 format and should last no longer than 5 minutes. Please note, applications will NOT be accepted unless accompanied by a supporting audio.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Republic Publishing is looking for a new editorial genius to join its expanding team. You will currently be a section or deputy editor, preferably covering consumer electronics and working online, and looking for your next exciting move. 

The successful candidate will be working on one of our flagship projects, with a major global technology brand.

Read on to find out more then get in touch telling us why you think you'd make a great addition to our team.

Role

The deputy editor is the linchpin of the website and bears the main responsibility for writing and creating new stories. You would share responsibility for making sure that the site is updated daily with high-quality, engaging editorial. You would also bear joint responsibility with the editor(s) for new story ideas and features. As deputy editor, you would also share responsibility for comment moderation, as required. You would also liaise with the client, obtaining information for the site, conducting interviews and attending events (occasionally involving foreign travel and anti-social hours).

Skills required for this role

• Excellent feature writing, subbing and proofing skills.
• Excellent research skills and a keen eye for a story.
• To be a primary liaison with the client representatives, requiring diplomacy and an ability to engage with senior managers.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good interpersonal skills to include one to one, phone interviews, meeting chairperson, etc.
• Excellent and demonstrable written communication.

Role and responsibilities

• To take on the role of deputy editor at Republic Publishing with a direct aim to improve the performance of your allotted site.
• Implement the editorial schedule for the site as agreed with its editor(s)  - planning, writing, commissioning and editing editorial sufficient to exceed expectations in both quality and quantity.
• To develop new editorial elements and assist in other related projects as and when they happen.
• To help research, plan and develop new opportunities around the site and associated projects.
• Other duties as reasonably required by the Republic Publishing managers.

About Republic Publishing

Founded in 2007 by James Beechinor-Collins, Mike Cooper and Clive Swan, Republic Publishing works with technology brands to help them create and engage online communities. The company works with a number of major technology brands and also publishes the leading technology news and reviews website, Electricpig.co.uk.

To apply

Email your CV and a covering letter showing your suitability for the role and links to published articles via email before 6.00pm August 31st. Use the email subject line 'job application - deputy editor'.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

Senior Programmer – UTV Media (GB)

If you are an experienced Programme Director, Controller or Manager then this could be the job for you.

UTV is looking for an individual with great vision, great passion and a great work ethic to join the Programming Team as a Senior Programmer.

To apply you will need strong leadership skills, a track record in delivering results, a fast creative brain and at least 5 years programming experience.

Reporting to the Station Director and the Group Programme Director, the successful candidate will be programming a cluster of local radio stations in highly competitive markets. In addition the successful candidate will proactively participate in both the local management team and the Group Senior Programmes team.

If you have what it takes, please send a CV and letter explaining why you are the right person for the job to maxine.reynolds@utvmedia.co.uk

Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Closing date: Tuesday 31st August 2010

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

I'm sure this job wasn't what you were looking for, firstly it's internet TV and what's more its supporting a group of people who haven't done any thing like this before.

WHAT WE NEED:

We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic person who is willing to share their knowledge and skills to support a community internet TV news project. The role will be to co-ordinate our ‘On Hattersley’ project, which will work with people aged 18 to 80 from Hattersley, Tameside to produce five community internet TV programmes, over the next eight months.

Maybe you’re a freelancer in the industry and have the flexibility and interest to try something new like co-ordinating a project like ours? Or maybe you have done something similar before?

You will bring to the project your knowledge and understanding of what goes on to produce a news type programme, you will bring your excellent organisational and communications skills as well as patience and understanding.


WHAT YOU WILL GET:

In return we will provide you with a freelance agreement to work approximately 200 hours over the next eight months, at £25 per hour.

You will have an interesting experience, work with some great people and you will have a warm, fuzzy feeling at the end of the project when you see the impact your time with us has had.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.

RenewableUK is the UK’s leading renewable energy trade association, with over 630 corporate members and offices in London, Cardiff and Belfast. Founded in 1978 we promote greater use of wind, wave and tidal energy to politicians, the media, the general public and industry stakeholders. Our modern head office in Westminster houses a staff of 30, working across the policy, communications, events and marketing, and executive support departments.   

As part of our busy communications department you will be in charge of our expanding publications portfolio produced to the highest standards and reflecting all aspects of our association’s work. Whether it is our quarterly RealPower magazine, our authoritative ‘State of the Industry’ report, our Annual Review, our briefing sheets or any other edition, we feel we are rightly proud of our printed and electronic publications output. 

The ideal candidate

Educated to degree standard, you have a background in publishing, with strong project management and project delivery experience. You have a proven track record in seeing projects through from conception and commissioning through to hard copy publication, and an understanding of all the publishing steps involved. You have an excellent knowledge of print production, both on the software/dtp and print floor sides. With a keen eye for design, you are equally adept at writing briefs and researching images, as you are co-ordinating project flow between printers, proofreaders, journalists, dtp operators and our audiences. Importantly, you need to be able to deliver to deadlines, as many of our publication dates coincide with our highly successful conference and exhibition events, while keeping a careful eye on budgets. 

Distinct pluses

• A degree of proficiency in InDesign or similar package
• Experience in print or online journalism
• Editorial experience in a printed publication
• Sub-editing or proofreading experience
• Understanding of sustainability and energy issues

Job description

This is a full time position based in our Westminster office, working as part of a seven strong communications team, overseen by RenewableUK’s director of communications, and reporting on a daily basis to the Head of Communications. Your office hours will be from 9 to 5, with some travelling involved within the UK.

Your day to day duties will include:

• Liasing with our policy and events and marketing teams over project delivery
• Briefing designers, monitoring design/dtp workflow and ensuring compliance with our internal publication guidelines
• Ensuring consistently high standards of writing, proofing and editing delivered by internal and external sources
• Researching and recommending images, and making sure they are suitable for publication
• Researching and writing shorter items
• Producing written briefs and commissioning copy for our periodicals
• Basic layout and editing for ad hoc publications
• Subbing copy, including headlines, captions, subtitles and chapter headings
• Updating and reporting on the publications budget
• Liaising with our magazine publisher over production schedules
• Updating and maintaining publications and media circulation lists
• Setting up and executing electronic mail outs
• Organise and maintain our AV and picture library 

You might also be asked to:

• Attend RenewableUK exhibitions and conferences
• Oversee the presentations of our printed materials at external events
• Source merchandise for our events
• Work on multiplatform products eg. educational packs, satellite websites etc
• Help co-ordinate our publishing activity with other publications, in terms of media sponsorships and exchange arrangements
• Prepare exhibition materials such as posters and pop-up stands
• Help deliver our electronic publishing content  

We offer 25 days annual paid holiday, and a salary of £23K per year. If you are interested please apply no later than Friday 27th August, by sending your CV and covering letter.

The candidate selection process will have two stages: a skills test to be conducted on Thursday 1st of September and an interview on Monday the 6th of September.

To apply please see this job entry on Media UK.