THIS ROLE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Development of content and layout for four editions of the 40-page Anglesea Community House (ACH) publication NewsAngle each year

• Management of regular meetings with the editorial committee and volunteer writers group
• Development of a content plan for each issue and production schedule in conjunction with ACH coordinators
• Communication with regular contributors and community groups to collate relevant and interesting content for each edition

• Management of advertiser's database to ensure available advertising space is fully allocated
• Development and encouragement of strong, positive, trusting working relationships with all NewsAngle stakeholders, (volunteer writers, ACH coordinators, community members, volunteer proofreaders, Editorial Committee, and advertisers)
• Use of social media to promote NewsAngle and source news
• Delivery of edited/proofed documents to printers by the established deadline

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE YOU WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING:

• Formal qualifications and/or significant work experience in publishing, editing, writing or other relevant discipline
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team approach
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite Programs and Teams etc.
• Proficiency with Affinity Publisher, InDesign or similar program
• Demonstrated ability to write, edit and proofread articles, negotiate with advertisers and liaise with key stakeholders
• Experience working with volunteers

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Strong organisational skills, with ability to multi-task and prioritise
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn and challenge oneself
• High levels of confidentiality and integrity

YOU WILL BE:

• Committed to the aims of Anglesea Community House
• A team player
• Flexible and adaptive
• A great communicator
• Committed to strong, positive, trusting working relationships with all NewsAngle stakeholders, (volunteer writers, ACH coordinators, community members, volunteer proofreaders, Committee of Management

This is a paid contract position budgeted at around 60 hours per edition.